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.

The scientist will process and analyze of raw lipidomics and metabolomics data using select mass spectrometry softwares and statistics packages, such as R, SPSS, and others. Subsequent to data analysis, the scientist will deliver data and detailed reports to clients. Experience in the analysis of raw mass spectrometry data, operation of associated softwares, and statistics is essential to the role. The scientist will demonstrate knowledge of research and experimental platforms in the field of lipidomics and metabolomics, designing and interpreting results, and aide in the development of automated approaches to improve the efficiency of the data processing workflow. The scientist will demonstrate responsibility through management of scientific projects by applying advanced knowledge, skills, and input necessary for protocol development. The successful candidate will work well independently as well as in collaboration with other scientists within the core. Scientist will facilitate some training aspects of other team members.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• 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.
• Performs other responsibilities as required. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD or MD OR Master's degree and five years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.
• Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.
• Laboratory experience will be based on area of assignment.

NOTE: Applicants applying with a M.D. or equivalent degree must be eligible for a Georgia medical license to meet the minimum qualifications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in physical sciences, preferably chemistry, with experience in a technical or research lab.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home temporarily during the COVID-19 pandemic, with intent to return to an Emory University location in the future.  Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

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