Laboratory Assistant (Brain Science Institute) - #Staff

We are seeking a _Laboratory Assistant_ as a Casual employee/trainee to assist in laboratory duties and techniques. The goal is to conduct and learn drug metabolism and pharmacokinetic studies of novel glutamine antagonists and D4 receptor ligands and LC/MS/MS bioanalysis techniques on novel analogs of dendrimer conjugated nsmase2 inhibitors Minimum Qualifications + Candidate will perform experiments to understand solubility, metabolism and pharmacokinetics of the novel glutamine antagonist prodrugs. + Under supervision of Jesse Alt and Rana Rais, candidate will be conducting and measuring aqueous solubility studies of the novel prodrugs. + Candidate will also learn bioanalysis techniques on different tissues (plasma, brain, GI) following oral/iv administration of the compounds. + Will be expected to conduct in vitro experiments to evaluate stability of the compounds. + At the end of term, required to prepare reports for the work he/she conducts. + Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned. + 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 + Must have some lab experience and strong scientific background with an emphasis on drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics. Classified Title: Laboratory Technician Job Posting Title (Working Title): Laboratory Assistant (Brain Science Institute) Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB Starting Salary Range: $15.40 - $23.25 HRLY ($18.00 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: M-F, 8:30-5:00pm FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Medicine Campus Department name: BSi NeuroTranslational Program Personnel area: School of MedicineEqual 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.

Created: 2026-05-04