The Department of Neurology is seeking JHNeurophyte Scholars to participate in an NIH-sponsored training program hosted by The Johns Hopkins NeuroHIV Comorbidities Scholar Program (JHNeurophytes). The JHNSP Scholars will conduct a short-term mentored research project in a laboratory or clinical research setting, under the guidance of a Principal Investigator(s) and the program staff. A midterm and/or final written report is required, and scholars will give a poster and oral presentation on their research experiences at the mid-point or end of the summer 2024 program.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct in-person (or virtual) laboratory or clinical research under the guidance of a mentor at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
- Perform laboratory tests and/or experiments following established procedures or protocols.
- Operate requisite laboratory equipment and instruments; record data; maintain and make minor adjustments to equipment.
- Prepare solutions, reagents, and stains following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Prepare, clean, sterilize, and maintain laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments used in research experiments.
- Monitor inventory levels, materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- The scholar will attend in-person and virtual conferences and participate in regular lab meetings, seminars and journal clubs.
- Scholars may also present findings from their research at scientific conferences and workshops held virtually and in-person.
Minimum Qualifications
- Actively pursuing High School Diploma or graduation equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate college student (Freshman to rising Juniors)
- Pursuing a degree in neuroscience, neurology, psychology or related science fields (biology, microbiology, biomedical engineering, chemistry, etc.)
- Goal to attend graduate or medical (PhD or MD) school after graduation.
- Able to attend in-person research in Baltimore, Maryland on a multi-year basis.
Classified Title: Laboratory Aide
Job Posting Title (Working Title): JHNeurophyte Scholar
Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/01/CA
Starting Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.00 HRLY ($40,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: M-F 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Neuro Neuroimmunology
Personnel area: School of Medicine
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