Immunogenetics Technologist Trainee (Pathology)

About the job

We are seeking an Immunogenetics Technologist Trainee who works under the direct supervision of a laboratory manager and/or bench supervisor. The trainee will develop skills in one or more areas in the laboratory and receive the necessary training to advance to a technologist role.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop laboratory skills in the following areas: lymphocyte isolation and purification, Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) molecular typing, DNA technologies including rSSO, RT-PCR, NGS, and TGS, flow cytometry crossmatch, Luminex-based assays, deceased donor on-call training.
• Genotype families.
• Prepare reagents accurately.
• Maintain quality control of reagents and equipment.
• Operate and troubleshoot liquid handling robotics, flow cytometers, Luminex instruments, liquid nitrogen freezers.
• Perform computer data entry.
• Tabulate, analyze, and report issues.
• Perform meticulous record keeping.
• Learn to troubleshoot problems when they arise during technical procedures.
• Learn to teach techniques and underlying principles.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science, medical technology, or related field.
• 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

• Related post-undergraduate work experience.

Classified Title: Immunogenetics Technologist Trainee Job Posting Title (Working Title): Immunogenetics Technologist Trainee (Pathology) Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CE Starting Salary Range: $41,080 - $73,528 Annually ($44,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Medicine Department name: Pathology Personnel area: School of Medicine