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The Division of Microbiology and Immunology, within the Emory National Primate Research Center at Emory University is currently seeking an outstanding candidate for the position of Assistant Academic Research Scientist to join our team. Our work consists of development of vaccines for infectious diseases such as HIV, HCV, Influenza, COVID-19 and TB.  The candidate will be responsible for the development of vaccines for HIV, HCV and influenza. Specifically, the candidate will develop protein based vaccines for these infectious diseases.

 

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in conducting non-human primate research, especially related to the development of protein-based vaccines. Experience in recombinant protein expression and purification, development of neutralizing antibody assays for HIV, and working with large consortia is preferable. The candidate should be motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude and passion for research. The Assistant Scientist will be a team player who is willing to collaborate with lab members and center members and will work to ensure the highest quality of laboratory research support, and has good communication skills with co-workers, the management team, PI’s, research staff, students, and other support services.

 

Dedicated to discovering causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of disease, Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC) is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, EPC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at http://enprc.emory.edu

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under minimal supervision, the Assistant Academic Research Scientist performs a wide range of highly technical and complex tasks necessary to advance basic and/or translational research programs.
• Responsible for working with experimental platforms specific to the hiring Program.
• Duties will include, but are not limited to, experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation and communication of results of basic and/or translational research.
• Will be required to review literature and apply advanced knowledge, skills, and input necessary for protocol development.
• May assist in grant and other funding applications, as necessary and appropriate.
• With the approval of the responsible Emory faculty director, the Assistant Academic Research Scientist may serve as the principal investigator on funded (grant) proposals.
• Performs other responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD OR master's degree and two years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR bachelor's degree and four years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.
• Laboratory experience should be related to area of assignment.
• Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.

PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in conducting non-human primate research, especially related to the development of protein-based vaccines.
• Experience in recombinant protein expression and purification, development of neutralizing antibody assays for HIV, and working with large consortia is preferable.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: 

• Work environment involves working with biohazardous blood and tissues
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• Work is normally performed in a typical laboratory environment
• Requires the ability to bend, kneel, and/or squat
• Your work schedule will be communicated to you by your manager.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT:

Emory NPRC in conjunction with Emory University conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which may include an INA and criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications, drug screening, health assessment, requirement of various vaccinations (including COVID-19 plus one booster if job requires hands-on contact with animals/NHP). Employment is contingent upon a clear background screening.

 

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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