The Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.
The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world. Current information about the Center’s many programs and activities are available at The Carter Center.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION PROGRAM
The Carter Center works to prevent, mitigate, and resolve conflicts to build transformative and sustainable peace. The Center has conflict resolution efforts underway in: Syria, where we support research and dialogue to identify options to prevent further violence and to remedy structural barriers to economic recovery, refugee return, and reconstruction. We research, analyse, and document conflict using open-information sources to better inform peacebuilding efforts. Israel-Palestine, where we work with Palestinian and Israeli partners to promote a resolution to the conflict based on international law, human rights – particularly equal rights – and dignity for all. Mali, where we serve as the Independent Observer of the 2015 peace agreement, reporting on the progress of the implementation of the agreement. We also advance local communities’ ability to mitigate conflict, reduce violence, and create conditions for health interventions in difficult-to-access zones. Sudan, where we develop local capacity to mitigate and resolve conflict in areas of the country most impacted by neglected tropical diseases and continue to explore other contributions during challenging times of political transition.
SUMMARY:
The Conflict Resolution Program (CRP) leads program strategy and development for The Carter Center’s initiatives preventing, mitigating, and resolving conflicts. CRP together with the Human Rights, Democracy, and Rule of Law Programs, which form the Peace Programs’ Pillars of Peace, collectively striving to advance The Carter Center’s mission Waging Peace, Fighting Disease, Building Hope. The CRP Director provides overall leadership and expert analysis in parallel with supervision and management of staff to the multi-faceted programmatic activities in support of the Center’s mission and collaborates with internal organizational departments (finance, development, communications, human resources, international support, and monitoring & evaluation) to comply with policies and procedures. The Director works with external partners and collaborators, as well as national and international stakeholders including civil society, state officials, and international diplomats. The Director reports to the Vice President for Peace Programs and advises senior Carter Center leadership. Extensive travel to program countries and international fora is necessary. Due to the travel locations, Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) will be required.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- The Director’s responsibilities include: strategic goals setting (short & long term), planning and orchestrating a research and operations agenda, designing and directing the implementation of complex, cross-programmatic projects, and organizational management/administrative functions; analysis of program goals and objectives by analyzing strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and constraints.
- Plans, administers, and monitors relevant program budgets, including capital equipment, operations, and personnel, by reviewing prior budgets and expenses, regularly reviewing year to date expenses, investigating variances, and taking corrective action to control expenses at approved levels. Creates a collaborative environment for whole team annual budget and program review processes.
- Collaborates with the development staff to identify and secure opportunities for project funding and support responsiveness to donor requests. Develops and writes proposals and reports, maintaining an appropriate liaison relationship with funders. Meets with donors for in-depth discussions on initiative concepts, goals, implementation, and accomplishments.
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Partners with and represents the program (internal & external) with non- governmental organizations, donors, government and inter-government agencies, think-tanks, and educational institutions, domestic and international. May be assigned to working committees, task forces, formal or ceremonial events and visits of dignitaries.
- Organizes brainstorming, consultation, and capacity building workshops, program reviews, attends in-country and international meetings, and represents The Carter Center at other meetings, workshops, briefings, etc., as needed. Prepare oral and written reports, present papers, and presentations, and play a major role in the development and publication of program newsletters, reports, and other materials. Drafts confidential correspondences and speeches for senior leadership.
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Manages multiple staff, consultants, and interns through mentoring, coaching, and performance/results-based metrics. Responsive to diversity, equity, and inclusion considerations and overall staff morale. Responsible for overall program staffing and evaluating performance management and team effectiveness.
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Responsible for program compliance with all organizational policies and procedures both in headquarters and the field offices. Develops efficient procedures for the implementation of program activities.
- Maintains professional growth and development of self and program staff by identifying educational/training programs, professional organizations, activities, and resources to maintain knowledge of trends and to promote leading edge expertise
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in international relations, conflict resolution, law, social sciences, public administration or a related field, and ten years of related experience, which includes five years of managing international programs in conflict areas, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Seven years of managerial and leadership experience directing programs at a non-profit or other international development organization including multi- and/or cross-cultural staff supervision, building teams, business development, and project management, preferably at headquarters and in country offices.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and adapt program successfully based on changing contexts, emerging priorities and staff needs, including concrete experience successfully navigating bureaucratic or other administrative processes while providing guidance to subordinates that ensures adherence to internal and donor policies and processes.
- An effective listener, collaborative leader, and clear communicator, including strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to demonstrate results and articulate impact.
- Demonstrated expertise in designing, winning, and implementing conflict resolution programming for multiple donors such as bilateral donors, multilateral institutions, private foundations, and individual donors; Experience working with counterpart governments, public speaking engagements, and writing for external audiences preferred.
- Experience working in the areas of conflict, peace building, conflict mitigation, dispute resolution, violence prevention, conduct and regulation of armed conflict, women, peace and security, environment and conflict, conflict analysis, and/or related areas; Strong understanding of locally led development, conflict trends and analysis, data to support conflict resolution programming, or environmental drivers of conflict.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
Note: This position is Atlanta-based and onsite presence is required consistent with the Center’s flexible work arrangement policy.
This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines. All non-exempt employees must reside within the state of Georgia. The Carter Center reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Handles or assists with administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical trials.
- Maintains data pertaining to research projects, completes source documents/case report forms, and performs data entry.
- Assists with patient recruitment.
- Attends study meetings.
- Orders and maintains equipment and supplies.
- Reviews medical records and/or conducts screenings for recruitment of study participants, performs interviews and QOL questionnaires.
- Collects study specimen according to protocol which may include phlebotomy, processing, and preparation for shipping.
- Coordinates services, schedules procedures, creates and maintains case packages, and monitors charges.
- Assists with quality assurance and tracks regulatory submissions.
- Performs related approved responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- (1.) High School Diploma or GED and three years of administrative support experience OR
- (2.) Two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and one year of admin support or customer service experience OR
- (3.) Licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and one year admin support or one year of licensed practical nursing experience OR
- (4.) Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program.
- This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of CLINICAL RESEARCHER.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completed bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, Biology, Sociology, or related technology, bioengineering, or science-related fields
- Interest and/or experience with: mental health, substance use disorders, neuroscience, technology, bioengineering, or related fields
Must have the ability to work weekdays in-person on Emory's main campus and Executive Park
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.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Provides complex library user services and research assistance to the university and external communities.
- Provides access to information, resources, and materials by using a specialized knowledge of electronic databases, microcomputer applications, complex reference tools, and/or foreign languages; these may include the Internet, CD-ROMs, and on-line databases.
- May create bibliographic access to research materials (government documents, manuscripts, and other resources) using a specialized knowledge of national standards, electronic reference sources, and complex reference tools.
- May provide physical access to materials employing specialized techniques relating to conservation, binding, reproduction, and/or reformatting.
- May verify bibliographic information on-line and prepare requests for borrowing and lending of library materials through Interlibrary loan or other means.
- May hire, train and supervise student staff.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of related work experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
- Positions in this classification may require computer skills, proficiency in a foreign language or other special skills.
ADDITIONIAL INFORMATION:
- https://libraries.emory.edu/about/employment-emory-libraries
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.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Coordinates major financial reporting and budgeting activities.
- Ensures compliance with regulations and reporting requirements.
- Coordinates the correction of account balances, resolves funding issues and maintains proper accounting controls and procedures.
- Makes recommendations to management related to long-range financial and cash flow analyses.
- Prepares and analyzes statistical and financial reports, financial statements and supporting schedules.
- May assist in preparing, developing and monitoring department/organizational budgets.
- May maintain grant agreements, policies and guidelines; coordinate grant reporting requirements; review grant funding source compliance; and negotiate grant funding with awarding agencies.
- May perform indirect cost analysis.
- May hire, train, and supervise a small staff.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance or a related field and four years of financial analyst or accounting experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in Finance within an Academic setting.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Provides administrative support for one of the following (or a combination): general management, a research environment or a specific program.
- Ensures office activities comply with Emory policies and procedures.
- Responds to incoming telephone calls.
- Maintains calendars and prioritizes meeting requests for management.
- Reviews incoming correspondence and identifies items of special interest to management; handles routine correspondence and prepares appropriate responses.
- May complete forms, grant applications, and/or correspondence associated with programs.
- Prepares charts and graphs for reports and presentations.
- Creates and edits scientific, programmatic or other reports associated with department's primary business.
- Schedules meetings and handles logistics for meetings and special events.
- Prepares materials for meetings and special events.
- Initiates, processes, and maintains records and invoices.
- Keeps management apprised of account status, identifies cost-effective solutions and may authorize expenditures.
- May monitor or maintain budgets and grants, assist with budget development, and prepare related expense reports and reimbursements.
- Plans and coordinates travel arrangements.
- Maintains databases and spreadsheets; may also analyze data and design/generate associated reports.
- Establishes and organizes filing systems.
- Oversees ordering and maintenance of office supplies.
- May supervise or direct the work of support staff and/or students.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or equivalent and five years of clerical or secretarial experience, or a bachelor's degree.
- Proficiency with various personal computer software applications.
- Positions in this classification may require keyboarding skills.
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.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Directs, manages, and oversees large capital and non-capital design and construction projects (> $1,000,000) for the University from planning through the project's closeout/completion.
- The position may also be required to manage smaller deferred maintenance, special repair and departmental projects.
- Works with Campus Planners, University Architect and project owners from project planning through project completion and turnover, assist in the preparation of technical, bidding and contractual documents, establishes project budgets and costs and negotiates contracts and change orders.
- Responsibilities include completing projects on time and within budget.
- Manages the closeout process and assures that all project deliverables are submitted timely, accurately, and in accordance with University policies and practices.
- Facilitates communication, decision making and solves problems between the project owners, construction team, architects, designers and other project stakeholders.
- Provides support to department leadership in the development and implementation of departmental guidelines, policies, procedures, programs and services related to planning and managing the physical development of the campus.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or related field and seven years of experience in management of major construction projects and/or programs or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- A working knowledge of capital construction and federal, state and local building codes is required.
- Must have previous experience that demonstrates the ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities; excellent organizational and communication skills.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Develops and analyzes a variety of research data using statistical methods.
- Assists researchers in developing appropriate study protocols and computer analyses.
- Manages computer systems, writes programs, and trains others in the use of systems.
- Provides statistical expertise in the areas of study design and data analysis to investigators/researchers interested in conducting clinical or experimental studies.
- Works effectively within a group setting in areas of design of data collection instruments, study design, database management, statistical programming, analysis of data, statistical graphics, and writing of reports which include explanations of methods used and interpretation of results obtained.
- Consults with investigators to determine questions of interest and data needed to address those questions.
- Determines and carries out appropriate statistical analyses.
- Interprets and presents data descriptions and analysis results including the explanation of statistical techniques used, the assumptions made and the generalization of results.
- Documents methods and results through preparation of interdepartmental memoranda and reports.
- Performs related responsibilities as assigned.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
- Clean and compile, document, and maintain data repositories with data dictionaries and meta-data.
- Support efforts to ensure that data standards are developed, and perform data harmonization tasks. Ensure that uses of data through reports and queries are accurate.
- Work with onsite or field-based counterparts to coordinate consistent implementation of data quality control measures, provision of access to the central data repositories, and creation of custom analytic datasets
- Support submissions of data use agreements to research partners and protocols to Institutional Review Boards.
- Plan, coordinate, and carry out statistical analyses of research projects.
- Provide explanations of analysis methods, assumptions made, and assists in interpretation of results and implications therein.
- Co-author research papers and manuscripts for publication and collaborate in the development of posters and data presentations at conferences and workshops.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in statistics, biostatistics, computer science, or a related field and two years related experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent working knowledge of SAS or R.
- Familiarity with high performance computing environments.
- Demonstrated ability in organization, documentation, and maintenance of large research project datasets.
- Familiarity with epidemiology and biostatistics methods, especially experience with regression techniques for survival, longitudinal and count outcomes.
- Familiarity with predictive modeling techniques, including machine learning and clustering algorithms.
- Experience contributing data analysis to manuscripts and reports to funding agencies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in an interdisciplinary setting.
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.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Performs or coordinates administrative activities associated with complex residency programs.
- These programs generally involve over 20 residents, last more than three years, and involve at least five training sites.
- Plays a significant role in preparing the program for accreditation site visits and compliance with accreditation standards.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the program(s) and serve as liaison and facilitator between the learners, faculty and other staff members, Emory GME and the ACGME.
- Provide administrative support to the Program Director(s) and Associate Program Director(s).
- Plans resident orientation and manages the rotation scheduling and evaluation systems within the program.
- Maintains residents' academic files including rotations, evaluations, curriculum, and other critical documentation.
- Assists in residency recruitment by updating webpages, job boards, and application sites as well as preparing for and scheduling applicant interviews.
- Assists in resolving foreign nationals' visa issues.
- Maintains required record-keeping and databases pertaining to residency program(s).
- Assists in preparing budgets and in tracking expenses.
- Schedules rotations for and onboards visiting students, residents and Observers.
- Provides training verifications for former residents.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree and three years of related work experience, or an 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.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Under general supervision, assists with administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical research. Assists with patient recruitment.
- Reviews medical records and/or conducts screenings for recruitment of study participants, performs interviews and QOL questionnaires.
- Collects study specimen according to protocol which may include phlebotomy, processing, and preparation for shipping.
- Sets up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator. Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants and seminar presentations. May be required to participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as ordering of supplies.
- 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. This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Clinical Research Specialist.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
- Please provide your CV, a cover letter, and three professional references as part of your application.
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.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Under minimal supervision, Handles administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical research. Provides guidance to less experienced staff. Manages research project databases, develops flow sheets and other study related documents, and completes source documents/case report forms.
- Interfaces with research participants, determines eligibility and consents study participants according to protocol. Approves orders for supplies and equipment maintenance. Assists in developing recruitment strategies and conducting screenings for study participants including interviews and questionnaires.
- Collects or supervises collection of study specimens and processing. Establishes case packages for study procedures, monitors scheduling of procedures and charges, and coordinates other services as needed.
- Ensures compliance with research protocols, reviews case report forms and audits for accuracy with source documents, and attends monitoring meetings with sponsors. Prepares regulatory submissions.
- With appropriate credentialing and training. May perform phlebotomy or diagnostics. Performs related approved responsibilities as required. May assist in protocol design. Investigates and proposes alternative experimental procedures for consideration by a principal investigator. Analyzes and interprets non-diagnostic results of studies.
- Demonstrates and trains others in the proper use/operation of laboratory techniques and 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, approved non-clinical 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.
- This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Lead Clinical Research Specialist.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and two years of research experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
Under minimal supervision, handles administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical research. In addition, the successful candidate:
- Provides guidance to less experienced staff. Manages research project databases, develops flow sheets and other study related documents, and completes source documents/case report forms. Interfaces with research participants, determines eligibility and consents study participants according to protocol.
- Approves orders for supplies and equipment maintenance. Assists in developing recruitment strategies and conducting screenings for study participants including interviews and questionnaires.
- Collects or supervises collection of study specimens and processing. Establishes case packages for study procedures, monitors scheduling of procedures and charges, and coordinates other services as needed.
- Ensures compliance with research protocols, reviews case report forms and audits for accuracy with source documents and attends monitoring meetings with sponsors. Prepares regulatory submissions.
- With appropriate credentialing and training may perform phlebotomy or diagnostics. Performs related approved responsibilities as required. May assist in protocol design. Investigates and proposes alternative experimental procedures for consideration by a principal investigator.
- Analyzes and interprets non-diagnostic results of studies. Demonstrates and trains others in the proper use/operation of laboratory techniques and 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, approved non-clinical 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.
- This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Lead Clinical Research Specialist.
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.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Under general supervision, performs a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and 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 OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
The Medina Lab in the Department of Psychology at Emory University studies how we represent our bodies and the space around us. The lab uses a variety of cognitive neuroscientific techniques, including detailed cognitive examinations of individuals with brain damage, experiments with neurologically intact individuals, and non-invasive brain stimulation (transcranial magnetic stimulation). This position is ideal for someone who wants to gain research experience before entering graduate school and someone who is keenly interested in cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychology, cognitive psychology and/or brain stimulation. Please provide a cover letter, CV, and contact information for 3 references with your application.
Under the general direction of the Principal Investigator, the Research Specialist will oversee the day-to-day activities of the lab. These responsibilities include ensuring that all research protocols are adhered to, recruiting, scheduling and testing participants, obtaining brain scans, and recording, analyzing, and interpreting research data. The Research Specialist is also responsible for the supervision of the undergraduate researchers involved in the lab.
Responsibilities:
- Uses scientific training and independent judgment to plan, schedule, and carry out day-to-day activities, procedures and research studies, ensuring efficient workflow and adequate care and treatment of research participants.
- Contributes to the development and implementation of protocols, procedures, and techniques relating to all aspects of research.
Uses computer-based statistical and graphic programs and techniques to analyze and interpret data. Provides initial analyses of results to the Principal Investigator.
- Makes suggestions for improvements in techniques and interpretation, as appropriate. Keeps all lab data properly recorded, organized and stored for easy retrieval by researcher and research/accounting auditors, and to ensure data integrity, quality control, and protocol compliance.
- Establishes and adheres to appropriate data collection systems and procedures, according to pre-established research protocol; coordinates and monitors the collection, processing, and recording of data, as required by established study protocol.
- Manages compliance with human subject protocols. Coordinates participant visits. Explains all procedures to participants in accordance with University and federal protocol for working with human research participants and obtains their written consent to participate. Maintains strong working relationships with participating individuals.
- Oversees fiscal management by managing payments to study participants and monitoring supply inventories. Coordinates and assists in organizing lab events and outreach.
- Provides specialized training and supervises undergraduate research assistants on all areas of the research. Delegates work according to the individuals’ skills, knowledge, and abilities.
- Clearly explains work assignments. Establishes and communicates fully successful performance criteria. Provides timely and specific feedback. Serves as collaborator in the preparation of co-authored manuscripts and conference presentations. Contacts area hospitals, stroke support groups, and other sources to recruit brain-damaged individuals. Coordinates with other departments at Emory University that also work with brain-damaged individuals. Maintains a lab website and wiki.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, neuroscience, cognitive science, computer science, or related field with at least one year related experience working or volunteering in a psychology or neuroscience lab; or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
- Knowledge and understanding of experimental procedure, data collection, and analysis.
Ability to analyze research methodology, protocol and procedures and make recommendations for improvements and modifications.
- Ability to develop and follow research methodology and protocol. Ability to adapt standard procedures, facilities and/or equipment to meet specific operational needs. Ability to make decisions in the field and/or at professional conferences without direct supervisor oversight, when appropriate.
- Effective communication, human relations, and listening skills. Ability to collaborate with students, faculty and/or staff in a team environment. Ability to supervise and train staff, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments preferred.
- Ability to use computer applications to design and implement cognitive psychological studies.
Ability to use statistical software packages to analyze data. Experience with SPSS, R, or other statistical software packages.
- Skill in the use of computer applications for writing papers, making presentations, and designing figures (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop).
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.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Develops innovative analytical methods, analyzes data and makes recommendations to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of projects and/or business processes.
- Leads and provides project management support for a variety of projects which may involve financial administration and the upgrade of software systems.
- Tracks and verifies procedures.
- Coordinates the distribution, tracking, and feedback of metrics.
- Develops and manages project time lines.
- Works closely with project team/departments to identify and resolve concerns.
- Assumes responsibility for timely delivery of project deliverables, as necessary.
- Develops and maintains databases and reports.
- Performs various analyses such as developing forecasts, analyzing implications, and presenting data.
- Tracks departmental budgets and forecasts future budget needs.
- May plan and coordinate special events and maintain the departmental website.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
- Coordinating activities such as social functions, community outreach activities, and professional development workshops for fellow members.
- Assisting fellows with administrative tasks such as preparing budgets for research projects or organizing conferences.
- Managing fellows’ stipends and providing other financial assistance as needed.
- Coordinating with academic departments to ensure that fellowships are administered properly.
- Monitoring fellows’ progress and ensuring that they meet milestones and deadlines.
- Maintaining accurate records of fellowship applications received, applicants interviewed, applicants chosen for fellowships, fellowship terms and conditions, and other relevant information.
- This position would also assist the division with oversight of all T32 grant.
- This includes but is not limited to administrative tasks such as setting up meetings, gathering information from various sources, and assisting the fellows on the T32.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree and four years of project management, financial and/or administrative management experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Advanced Excel and Access skills strongly preferred.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University location as needed. All biweekly employees must reside within the State of Georgia. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.
The Senior Office Assistantposition will support the Winship Director's suite operations. This position monitors traffic flow into the suite, assisting visitors to their appropriate meeting space, helping those get to their appointment locations, and answering questions. This position also will assist with office tasks such as ordering kitchen and office supplies, oversight for office equipment, routing important documents, and perform data entry as needed.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Maintains files, orders supplies, operates equipment and performs other office procedures.
- Receives, screens and assists visitors and resolves routine problems.
- Maintains records and audits for accuracy.
- May perform routine data entry or maintain databases.
- May train and direct the work of support staff.
- Provides necessary forms, answers related questions, reviews for accuracy and forwards to appropriate areas.
- Processes incoming and prepares outgoing mail.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of office experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Provides locksmith services to the organization by installing, repairing, inspecting, and recombining mechanical, electro-mechanical, electronic locking and monitoring devices and door hardware.
- Makes new keys from duplications, impressions, and key codes from a variety of key blanks.
- Inspect, repair and/or rekey doors, cabinets, padlocks, electric panel locks, cylindrical locks, and mechanical and electro technical combination locks.
- Maintains records and files.
- Plans code set-ups, and cuts keys for Master and Grandmaster key locking systems for individual locks and total buildings.
- Communicates directly with customer to resolve issues within a timely and appropriate manner.
- Ensures compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Opens safes with unknown combinations.
- Unlocks doors and equipment due to lockouts.
- Maintains inventory of key blanks, panic bar systems, cores and other related materials.
- Performs preventive maintenance and changes combinations on safes, vault doors, safe deposit boxes, and similar containers.
- Maintains security and confidentiality of Lockshop area and equipment.
- Provides locking security, safety information, and technical advice to staff and trains them on the proper use of equipment.
- Interprets building blue prints.
- Maintains an inventory of key blanks, panic bar systems, safes, vault doors, and safe deposit boxes.
- Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or equivalent, and two years of experience as a journeyman locksmith, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training (including internal training).
- Certifications such as an Associated Locksmiths of America (ALOLA) not necessary, but a plus.
- Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.
- Some positions within this classification may require the ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, stoop and twist and walk for a distance of up to one mile within a shift.
- Must be able to pass the Emory police background check.
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.
The Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.
The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world. Current information about the Center’s many programs and activities are available at The Carter Center
SUMMARY:
- Support one or more major projects within the Democracy Program, including the day-to-day planning, design and implementation of multi-faceted initiatives.
- Backstop international field offices and programmatic activities.
- Design training materials and workplans, overseeing day-to-day project implementation of field-based observation activities and CSO capacity-building programs in Africa and the Middle East/North Africa region.
- Support budget management, development of proposals, technical and donor reports, fundraising, and public relations.
- Liaise with both Carter Center staff and external clients, as required
- The Senior Program Associate will report to the Associate Director of the Democracy Program. Due to travel requirement, Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) will be required.
FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Designs, implements, coordinates operational facets of a specific program and its related activities.
- Manages work plans that are designed to accomplish program goals and objectives, and implements changes for improvement and efficiency.
- Makes decisions on behalf of the program based on critical analyses of operational/statistical reports, financial data and budget forecasts, and outside trends and factors related to the program.
- May plan, administer or monitor the program's budget, financial management, and/or grants.
- Takes a leadership role on program-related committees and teams.
- May develop fund raising initiatives, including researching and identifying funding sources and writing and submitting grant proposals.
- Conducts program research and ensures that mandatory operational and statistical reports are fact-based and comply with regulations.
- Serves as liaison with other groups and organizations participating in the program or seeking knowledge of the program, and may write and give speeches/presentations at conferences, university functions, or before various boards.
- May supervise staff.
- Ensures that complete and accurate program records are kept and maintained.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in a field related to specified program areas and four years related program management experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Post-graduate degree and minimum of four years of program-related experience in international relations, democratic development, elections, human rights, law, gender and/or good governance.
- Strong writing and communication skills, familiarity with NGOs and project-based fundraising, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in election observation, civil society technical assistance, survey research or other field-based research methods required.
- Knowledge of Sudan is highly desired.
- Demonstrated proficiency in project management, including supervision and relationship building.
- Experience in election observation, civil society technical support, survey research or other field-based research methods required.
- Prior experience in citizen observation, CSO capacity building, data analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and budgeting and budget management is highly preferred.
- Microsoft Excel skills are required.
- Experience living or working abroad in Africa or the Middle East/North Africa region, and French or Arabic proficiency are a plus.
- A high level of personal energy, positive attitude, sense of humor and ability to work in a team setting are essential.
- This position is Atlanta-based and will require domestic and/or international travel.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines. All non-exempt employees must reside within the state of Georgia. The Carter Center reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
This role will direct the entire EMPD program, which includes enrollment in the international database, access to and referral for clinical trials, specimen acquisition and tracking, arrangements for all administrative tasks such as coordinating external vendor meetings, updating and maintaining the database content and communications with collaborative teams, leading the research teams and managing the financials for seed grants and access to funds.
Candidate must have good interpersonal skills and administrative organization, excellent communicator, self-starter, experience with databases and event planning.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Directs the strategic planning, development and implementation of a large and complex program or of several smaller programs.
- Plans, administers and monitors program budgets.
- Develops short and long term goals and objectives. Oversees related special projects.
- May represent the program in various national and international settings.
- May manage the solicitation of funding from foundation, corporate, individual and governmental donors.
- Collaborates with and seeks the support of representatives from other organizations.
- Establishes and administers policies and procedures.
- Supervises staff.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to program work and seven years of related experience which includes two years at a management level, OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Handles administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical trials.
- Provides guidance to less experienced staff.
- Manages research project databases, develops flow sheets and other study related documents, and completes source documents/case report forms.
- Interfaces with research participants, determines eligibility and consents study participants according to protocol.
- Approves orders for supplies and equipment maintenance.
- Assists in developing recruitment strategies and conducting screenings for study participants including interviews and questionnaires.
- Supervises collection of study specimens and processing.
- Establishes case packages for study procedures, monitors scheduling of procedures and charges, coordinates other services as needed.
- Ensures compliance with research protocols, reviews case report forms and audits for accuracy with source documents, attends monitoring meetings with sponsors.
- Prepares regulatory submissions. With appropriate credentialing and training.
- May perform phlebotomy or diagnostics.
- Performs related approved responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- (1.) High School Diploma or GED and five years of clinical research experience. OR
- (2.) Two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and three years clinical research experience OR
- (3.) Licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and two years clinical research experience OR
- (4.) Bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related, or business administration related program and one year of clinical research experience OR
- (5.) Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program.
This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of CLINICAL RESEARCHER.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- 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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and two 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.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Provides complex library user services and research assistance to the university and external communities.
- Provides access to information, resources, and materials by using a specialized knowledge of electronic databases, microcomputer applications, complex reference tools, and/or foreign languages; these may include the Internet, CD-ROMs, and on-line databases.
- May create bibliographic access to research materials (government documents, manuscripts, and other resources) using a specialized knowledge of national standards, electronic reference sources, and complex reference tools.
- May provide physical access to materials employing specialized techniques relating to conservation, binding, reproduction, and/or reformatting.
- May verify bibliographic information on-line and prepare requests for borrowing and lending of library materials through Interlibrary loan or other means.
- May hire, train and supervise student staff.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of related work experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
- Positions in this classification may require computer skills, proficiency in a foreign language or other special skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
https://libraries.emory.edu/about/employment-emory-libraries
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.
This role will abstract disease validation data from inpatient and outpatient physician/patient encounters for patients identified based on appropriate diagnosis and treatment codes (ICD -9/ICD-10). Medical records will be in electronic or paper versions, and data will be entered in a web-based data capture application (REDCap).
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- The Data Abstractor will be used to effectively and efficiently transcribe and abstract clinical and clerical data from the historical medical records and EMR.
- Abstract and code information in the prescribed format to satisfy the requirements of the target registry by reviewing patient records and abstracting key data elements.
- Identify all cases for inclusion into the registry.
- Ensures quality submission of all data in specified registries.
- Maintains integrity and security of all information and data within the scope of the position with strict confidentiality.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree and at least 1 year working with medical records. (e.g., clerical, research, public health surveillance).
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department.This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.