Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join our team as a Research Specialist in the Porter laboratory in the Department of Pediatrics, Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center (Leukemia & Lymphoma). The Porter laboratory is focused on understanding mechanisms of leukemogenesis and lymphomagenesis, focusing on immune evasion. Training will be provided for highly motivated candidates.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of specialized and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures.
• Uses independent judgment in applying or adapting scientific techniques.
• May assist in protocol design.
• Investigates and proposes alternative experimental procedures for consideration by a principal investigator.
• Assists in planning and scheduling research procedures.
• Analyzes and interprets results of studies.
• Demonstrates and trains others in the proper use/operation of laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Calibrates, troubleshoots and performs routine repair and maintenance of equipment.
• Reviews literature for related research developments and techniques and compiles findings.
• Monitors laboratory processes to maintain quality assurance standards.
• Records results of studies, compiles and analyzes data and prepares charts and graphs.
• Monitors the handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• Under general supervision, performs experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules.
• Sets up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator.
  
• May be required to participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as sterilization and cleaning of equipment, ordering of supplies, inventory and media preparation.
  
• Maintains records, files and logs of work performed in laboratory notebooks and computer databases.
  
• Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants and seminar presentations.
  
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
  
• Performs related responsibilities as required by principal investigator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and two years of research experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• The successful candidate will work on a grant-funded project that includes in vitro cell culture work, in vivo animal disease modeling, and a broad array of other cellular and molecular techniques.
• Preferred candidates will have a degree in biology or a related field, be able to work relatively independently, be detail-oriented, and have strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Individuals with a background in immunology or molecular biology and previous lab experience, specifically in molecular biology or immunology techniques such as flow cytometry and/or mouse models, will be prioritized.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

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