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Gary, IN · On-site

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We are currently seeking a full-time entry-level Lab Tech/Chemical Blender with some basic chemistry background to aid in the R&D of new products, produce test panels, help maintain lab testing ...

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University of Utah

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Campus, IL · On-site

$27K - $62K/mo

Visit our lab website for more information: www.themillslab.com As a Sr. Lab Specialist, you will ... This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track. Job Code: P56431 Grade: P12 ...

University of Utah

Research Specialists

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$30K - $70K/yr

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University of Utah

Research Specialists

Campus, IL

$27K - $62K/mo

Visit our lab website for more information: www.themillslab.com As a Sr. Lab Specialist, you will ... This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track. Job Code: P56431 Grade: P12 ...

University of Utah

Research Specialists

Campus, IL · On-site

$27K - $62K/mo

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University of Utah

Research Technicians

Campus, IL

$9.45 - $21.69/hr

The Bosch Lab studies projects related to organ-organ communication. Our aim is to discover and ... This is an Entry-Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S56441 Grade: S12 Expected Pay ...

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As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level lab research in the United States is $24.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Research Specialist (Oncology)

Research Specialist (Oncology)

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, MD • On-site

$17.11 - $29.90/hr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Johns Hopkins Medicine rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 203 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

227th of 877 rated healthcare providers

Job description

We are seeking a Research Specialist who will perform a range of assays and experiments specific to an area of research, requiring a good understanding of the work of the laboratory. Makes contributions to various aspects of research efforts. Performs routine troubleshooting and helps with training and orientation of others working in the laboratory.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
  • Plan and run experiments after discussion with investigators. Work may include making protocol modifications within the parameters set by investigator.
  • Utilize specialized knowledge to interpret results, e.g. read controls, and evaluate results.
  • Use scientific knowledge and lab experience to evaluate whether component parts of experiments are working as expected.
  • Train/orient learners and new staff in the laboratory.
  • Assist in development of new techniques and instruments.
  • Become familiar with published research methods related to current experimental work by investigating published protocols and discussing them with more senior laboratory staff and/or faculty investigators.
  • Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
  • May order equipment and supplies, and interface with vendors.
  • May facilitate problem solving for entry-level lab members with research assays.
  • May participate in protocol development, efficiency, and productivity.
  • May contribute to writing manuscripts and grants by writing methodology sections.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
  • One year of laboratory experience 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.

Classified Title: Research Specialist
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MA
Starting Salary Range: $17.11 - $29.90 HRLY ($20-22.83/hour targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Mon - Fri / 9a - 5p
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Onc Breast & Gyn Malignancies Group
Personnel area: School of Medicine

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