We are seeking a highly motivated **_Research Specialist_** who is interested to join our team (https://neuroscience.jhu.edu/research/faculty/129), which works on the analysis of the auditory system in mice. The Research Specialist will participate in lab organizational activities and support other laboratory members in their experimental work. She/he will be working in a team that includes other technicians, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Our laboratory investigates the mechanisms of sound perception and how defects in this process cause hearing loss. We use a wide spectrum of techniques (molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, mouse genetics, histology, imaging, omics studies) to study sensory epithelia of the inner ear and the neurons that transmit sound information from the ear to the brain. We also develop gene transfer methods for the inner ear to treat genetic forms of hearing loss. Previous expertise in auditory research is not required. **Specific Duties & Responsibilities** + Help with mouse colony maintenance and genotyping. + Help laboratory members with experiments. The scope of work will depend on the expertise of the applicant and willingness to learn new techniques. + Plan and run sets of experiments after discussions with investigator. + Evaluates and interprets results from experiments using specialized knowledge. + Performs other various laboratory tasks as requested. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field. + One year laboratory experience performing relevant techniques. + Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. **Preferred Qualifications** + Prior experience with mouse breeding's, other expertise such in molecular biology or histology is a plus but not required since we will provide training. Classified Title: Research Specialist Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MA Starting Salary Range: $17.11 - $29.90 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Medicine Campus Department name: SOM Neuro Sci Neuroscience Personnel area: School of Medicine The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range. Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. 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. EEO is the Law https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf