Prosthetics Clinic Lab Tech (Art as Applied to Medicine)

We are seeking aProsthetics Clinic Laboratory Aide to carryout experiments under close supervision of a faculty investigator, senior technician, or postdoctoral fellow in a laboratory. Follows routine protocols under close supervision.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques and methods of the lab.
• Perform laboratory tests and/or experiments following established procedures or protocols.
• Operate laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Develop a basic tracking database/spreadsheet based on study requirements utilizing Excel, Access, or similar software applications.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records, present data summaries, identify and resolve common problems, and use basic analytical skills to implement assigned projects.
• Use basic laboratory skills: processing, storing, labeling, and identifying study samples.
• Maintain and make minor adjustments to equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Currently pursuing a high school diploma with some science coursework.
• 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.

• Some science coursework and/or training certificate from a technical institute.
• Working knowledge of software and technical processes for digital 3D scanning, sculpting/modeling, and 3D printing.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination.
• Design skills and creativity.
• Attention to detail.
• Training/experience in art related, basic science laboratory, or technical hands-on vocations.
• Certificate from dental laboratory technician or orthotics & prosthetics internship experience.

Technical Qualifications & Specialized Certifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. of materials.
• Walk between laboratory and clinical locations (several blocks).

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

• Inventory Control: Awareness
• Laboratory Equipment Maintenance: Awareness
• Laboratory Safety: Awareness
• Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving: Awareness
• Record Keeping: Awareness
• Solution Preparation and Equipment Programming: Awareness

The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title: Laboratory Aide
Job Posting Title (Working Title):Prosthetics Clinic Lab Tech (Art as Applied to Medicine)
Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/01/CA
Starting Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.25 HRLY ($37,635 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 18 hours/week
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Art Art as Applied to Medicine
Personnel area: School of Medicine