Research Assistant

Johns Hopkins University
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
Dec 14, 2024
The Physics and Astronomy Department at the Krieger School of Arts & Sciences is currently accepting applications for Research Assistant to conduct research in Soft Matter. Specific Duties & Responsibilities The Research Assistant will characterize the optical properties of liquid crystal defects. The Research Assistant will support the PI in carrying out the "departing investigator checklist" relative to disposal of chemicals and equipment. General Responsibilities Perform a series of measurements of liquid crystal defect at various temperatures, to measure and assess their ability to focus light and their focal length. Produce a graph summarizing these measurements, which will be added to an existing manuscript. Carry out duties and responsibilities with limited supervision and seek clarification when needed. Sort out all chemicals in the lab, dispose of the unusable/old ones and update the catalog of the ones in use. Help coordinating the assessment of the microscopes' value. Ensure that all data in the lab computers are saved and secure. Attend regular research weekly meetings with the PI. Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in related discipline. Additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications PhD or MS in relevant field preferred. Experience in optical microscopy. Experience in liquid crystals research. Classified Title: Research Assistant Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY (Commensurate with experience) Employee group: Limited Schedule: Monday- Friday, 10 am -6 pm 37.5 hours a week Exempt Status:Non-Exempt Location:Homewood Campus Department name: Physics and Astronomy Personnel area: School of Arts & Sciences