Emory

Senior Research Specialist - School of Medicine, Pathology

Job Number
139667
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Division
School Of Medicine
Department
SOM: Pathology: Admin
Job Category
Laboratory Research
Campus Location (For Posting) : Location
US-GA-Atlanta
Location : Name
HSRB II (Health Sciences Research Building II)
Remote Work Classification
Primarily On Campus
Health and Safety Information
Working in a laboratory, Working with animals, Working with human blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials, Working with nonhuman primates (nhp), nhp tissue, body fluids or equipment contaminated by nhp

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Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Independently performs a wide range of highly technical and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures.
  • Devises highly specialized research procedures by applying a knowledge of advanced research techniques and equipment.
  • Provides input to protocol development.
  • Serves as a technical resource for other research personnel.
  • Analyzes and interprets the results of studies.
  • Investigates and recommends alternative approaches to improve the quality of results.
  • Trains research staff in specialized procedures and theoretical concepts for unique tests.
  • Recommends new equipment and supplies needed for specialized procedures.
  • Provides input into the development of departmental goals and objectives.
  • May assist in grant and other funding application preparation.
  • Review literature for related research developments and techniques.
  • Prepares written materials, charts and graphs on specialized techniques and research results for publication or presentation.
  • Oversees quality assurance of research performed by others.
  • 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:

  • The candidate will perform a variety of specialized and complex experiments related to human and mouse Immunology.
  • Knowledge in high dimension flow cytometric, cell culture, and mouse immunology assays is preferable.
  • 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.
  • Demonstrates and trains others in the proper use/operation of laboratory techniques and equipment.
  • Monitors laboratory processes to maintain quality assurance standards.
  • Records results of studies, compiles and analyzes data and prepares charts and graphs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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