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Laboratory Manager (Molecular Microbiology & Immunology)
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Laboratory Manager (Molecular Microbiology & Immunology)
The O'Neal Laboratory at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is recruiting a
Laboratory Manager
to support our work on tick-borne diseases. We use molecular, cellular, immunological, genetic, biochemical, and entomological approaches to understand fundamental interactions between ticks, tick-borne microbes, and mammalian hosts. The O'Neal Lab opened in September 2025, and ongoing projects involve arthropod immunology, mouse immunology, cell biology, immunometabolism, transcriptomics, and development of genetic tools in ticks. Responsibilities
Develop, design, conduct, and manage research projects. Coordinate objectives for the laboratory team members. Supervise data collection and verification using related specialized skills and knowledge. Manage staff including training, oversight, hiring, and performance management. Serve as a resource for all faculty, learners, and staff working in the laboratory. Responsible for facility-related issues and management of projects (e.g., lab renovations, equipment purchases, working with contractors, associated costs). Approve significant grant expenditures and approve significant equipment purchases in collaboration with PI(s) and finance staff. Create and implement new protocols, oversee assay validations in conjunction with PI(s). Responsible for overall operational elements of the laboratory under general supervision of faculty researchers. Responsible for systems used to track and analyze results. Other duties as assigned. Be responsible for the scientific and administrative activities of the lab. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Perform managerial tasks and contribute to research. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field. Five years of related experience. 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
Supervisory or lead experience in a laboratory. Experience in microbiological techniques, flow cytometry, microscopy, tick-borne microbes, mouse handling, and/or tick handling. Technical Skills & Expected Level Of Proficiency
Assay Development and Validation - Advanced Data Management and Analytics - Advanced Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Advanced Project Management - Advanced Regulatory Compliance - Advanced Scientific Interpretation and Consultation - Advanced Staff Training and Development - Advanced The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs. Classified Title: Laboratory Manager Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD Starting Salary Range: $55,800 - $97,600 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm FLSA Status: Exempt Location: School of Public Health Department name: W Harry Feinstone Dpt Molec Mblgy Imlgy Personnel area: School of Public Health Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. Applicants Completing Studies: Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks: The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. Diversity and Inclusion: The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. 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 Accommodation Information: If you require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY, call Maryland Relay or 711. For more information about workplace accommodations, visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/. Vaccine Requirements: Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions may be provided for religious beliefs or medical reasons. The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella, Measles, Mumps, Varicella, Hepatitis B, and Tdap vaccination, and may include documentation of two MMR vaccines and two Varicella vaccines or antibody status. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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The O'Neal Laboratory at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is recruiting a
Laboratory Manager
to support our work on tick-borne diseases. We use molecular, cellular, immunological, genetic, biochemical, and entomological approaches to understand fundamental interactions between ticks, tick-borne microbes, and mammalian hosts. The O'Neal Lab opened in September 2025, and ongoing projects involve arthropod immunology, mouse immunology, cell biology, immunometabolism, transcriptomics, and development of genetic tools in ticks. Responsibilities
Develop, design, conduct, and manage research projects. Coordinate objectives for the laboratory team members. Supervise data collection and verification using related specialized skills and knowledge. Manage staff including training, oversight, hiring, and performance management. Serve as a resource for all faculty, learners, and staff working in the laboratory. Responsible for facility-related issues and management of projects (e.g., lab renovations, equipment purchases, working with contractors, associated costs). Approve significant grant expenditures and approve significant equipment purchases in collaboration with PI(s) and finance staff. Create and implement new protocols, oversee assay validations in conjunction with PI(s). Responsible for overall operational elements of the laboratory under general supervision of faculty researchers. Responsible for systems used to track and analyze results. Other duties as assigned. Be responsible for the scientific and administrative activities of the lab. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Perform managerial tasks and contribute to research. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field. Five years of related experience. 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
Supervisory or lead experience in a laboratory. Experience in microbiological techniques, flow cytometry, microscopy, tick-borne microbes, mouse handling, and/or tick handling. Technical Skills & Expected Level Of Proficiency
Assay Development and Validation - Advanced Data Management and Analytics - Advanced Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Advanced Project Management - Advanced Regulatory Compliance - Advanced Scientific Interpretation and Consultation - Advanced Staff Training and Development - Advanced The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs. Classified Title: Laboratory Manager Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD Starting Salary Range: $55,800 - $97,600 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm FLSA Status: Exempt Location: School of Public Health Department name: W Harry Feinstone Dpt Molec Mblgy Imlgy Personnel area: School of Public Health Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. Applicants Completing Studies: Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks: The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. Diversity and Inclusion: The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. 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 Accommodation Information: If you require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY, call Maryland Relay or 711. For more information about workplace accommodations, visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/. Vaccine Requirements: Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions may be provided for religious beliefs or medical reasons. The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella, Measles, Mumps, Varicella, Hepatitis B, and Tdap vaccination, and may include documentation of two MMR vaccines and two Varicella vaccines or antibody status. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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