The Pathology Department is seeking a **_Sr. Research Specialist_** who makes intellectual contributions to the scientific research interests of the laboratory. In collaboration with a PI, makes decisions that may alter research objectives and direction. Performs a range of sophisticated assays. Contributes to writing peer-reviewed manuscripts and funding proposals. **Specific Duties & Responsibilities** + Develop, design and manage substantial research projects, and coordinate their own objectives. + Perform sophisticated data analysis utilizing an extensive knowledge base and experience with varied methods. In a clinical laboratory, perform and develop clinical validation protocols. + Act as a consultant to refine or adapt methodologies to fit research objectives. + Collaborate in the development of new technologies, protocols, and uses of equipment. + Contribute original thoughts, hypotheses, and analysis to write reports, abstracts, and manuscripts. + Function scientifically in the laboratory comparably to a post-doctoral fellow. + Independently perform assays specific to the laboratory interests. + May provide oversight and direction to staff, including interviews, recommendations for hiring and evaluation of performance. + Enhance problem solving through interactions and discussions with collaborators or senior researchers at meetings and/or professional presentations. + Make decisions regarding laboratory projects that may require assessment, revision of objectives, or altering scientific direction. + Consider resources and laboratory priorities when making decisions. + Other duties as assigned. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field + Four years of experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques. + Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. **Preferred Qualifications** + Master's Degree with related graduate research. Classified Title: Sr. Research Specialist Job Posting Title (Working Title): Sr. Research Specialist (Pathology) Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MC Starting Salary Range: $48,000 - $84,100 Annually ($60,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm FLSA Status: Exempt Location: School of Medicine Campus Department name: SOM Pat Clinical Chemistry Personnel area: School of Medicine Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.