A Building and Residential Services Team Lead under the supervision and leadership of an Area Manager, performs custodial duties in accordance with established standards, routines, and instructions in an academic or student residential environment while functioning as a Team Lead for an assigned group of custodians.

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

• Assists in providing technical knowledge and skills in working, planning and organizing the daily activities of a team of custodians within an assigned area.
• Inspects assigned areas to ensure that the quality of work and work result is consistent with departmental standards.
• Monitors daily work of the team for quality, accuracy, and completeness.
• Helps to instruct and train custodians in the proper use of chemicals, supplies, equipment, procedures, and routines.
• Ensures that cleaning procedures and safety standards are followed.
• Performs all essential duties and responsibilities of both Custodian and Senior Custodian positions.
• Manages and controls equipment and chemicals assigned to a specific location, responsible for maintaining a stocked supply closet.
• Ensures all members of the team have the necessary and appropriate supplies and equipment to perform their jobs.
• Assists with inventory control and distributes requisitioned material to assigned custodial closet and/or team.
• Reports staff concerns, areas of deficiency, and any need for building maintenance to the shift manager or O&M zone supervisor for appropriate action.
• Coordinates support with fellow Team Leads embracing the larger mission of Building & Residential Services (BRS) and Campus Services.
• Performs other duties as required.
• This is a working position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school degree or equivalent (GED), and three years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Ability to use a computer and mobile device for email communication, electronic timekeeping, and other basic systems.
• Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.

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 Advancement and Alumni Engagement Clinical/Grateful Patient and Medical Research team is responsible for alumni and donor engagement, donor research, solicitation, stewardship, endowments and other school/unit reporting. This position will report to the Associate Vice President for Clinical/Grateful Patient Programs and Medical Research.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Develops and implements strategies for identifying, cultivating, and successfully soliciting individuals, corporations, and foundations for gifts of $100K - $1M+ to support education, patient care, and research programs for a department, school, or unit.
• Solicits gifts of $100K - $1M+ in support of the school/unit.
• Manages a portfolio of prospects through an active schedule of solicitation, cultivation, and stewardship calls to donors and new prospects in support of strategic priorities.
• May develop school/unit strategic planning and goal setting.
• Builds relationships among prospective donors, alumni, and volunteers to support programs and priorities.
• Builds relationships with faculty, administrators, deans, and division/University leadership to develop, interpret, and align priorities of the school/unit with donor goals/interests.
• Partners with central advancement offices to ensure that potential gift prospects are properly qualified, cultivated, and stewarded.
• May develop and oversee writing/production of appropriate fund-raising materials including, but not limited to, case statements, brochures, solicitation letters, gift proposals, appreciation letters, donor reports, and campaign status reports.
• Ensures the maintenance of information on selected donors and prospects including contact reports in CRM system.
• Communicates in ways that are donor-centric, while furthering the mission of Emory. Travels to meet with donors as needed.
• Manages support and professional staff.
• May manage the operations of the department/program and budgets. Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• In addition to the duties outlined above, the Managing Director may be required to:
• Meet division metrics for visit preparation, qualification, contact reports, visits, referrals, and accurate coding using the CRM system.
• Represent the department, school/unit, division, or University.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree
• Six years of experience in higher education, development, fund-raising, health-care, or equivalent experience in a non-profit institution.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful candidates will possess experience as lead solicitor, closing gifts between $100K-$1M from gift prospects.
• Prior experience working with comprehensive campaigns, alumni engagement, or a university setting.
• Experience working with various technologies including advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, mass email applications, database and project management software, and CRM systems. Strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving skills with attention to detail, the ability to work with ambiguity, navigate a complex work environment, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively to achieve goals with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as effective presentation skills. Flexibility to accommodate changing priorities and deadlines.
• Possess a high level of professionalism and commitment to confidentiality with sound judgment and discretion.
• Capacity to lead and develop a team’s skills through effective feedback and coaching, motivating and empowering colleagues while being institutionally minded, strategic, and impactful.

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 of work.

The Gift Planning team within the division of Advancement and Alumni Engagement supports the development officers and donor’s efforts to create new planned gifts. This position will report to the Assistant Vice President for Individual Giving.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Responsible for managing the Office of Gift Planning.
• Manages a staff comprised of gift planning officers and support staff who ensure that a high level of donor identification, cultivation, and solicitation occurs.
• Evaluates and updates gift planning operations, procedures and marketing and training programs.
• Implements programs and processes that will ensure a high level of gift planning activity which will serve as a major source of gifts in a campaign environment.
• Collaborates with school and unit based development offices in tailoring donor cultivation and solicitation to specific units.
• Maintains a portfolio of gift planning prospects, making a designated number of calls each month.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• Meet department metrics for visit preparation, qualification, contact reports, visits, referrals, and accurate coding using the CRM system.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree and seven years experience in gift and estate planning in the private sector, higher education or other non-profit organization or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• A JD is preferred.
• Expertise with various gift and estate planning instruments and technical expertise with various gift planning strategies.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful candidates will possess an advanced degree or certification in estate and gift planning (J.D. and/or CFP).
• Experience working with bequests, trusts, taxes, and planned giving with a strong working knowledge of tax, trust, and other laws affecting charitable planning.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills with attention to detail, the ability to work with ambiguity, and navigate a complex work environment.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication effective presentation skills and possess the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience leading teams, working independently as well as collaboratively to achieve goals, with a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. 
• Experience managing projects, budgets, and financial reports, working with various technologies including advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, mass email applications, database and project management software, and CRM systems.
• Prior experience in advancement, fundraising, alumni engagement, non-profit, or a university setting.
• Flexibility to accommodate changing priorities and deadlines.
• Possess a high level of professionalism and commitment to confidentiality with sound judgment and discretion.

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 of work.  Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

This position is responsible for recruiting and enrolling participants into a cohort study looking at environmental exposures, cirrhosis of the liver, and liver cancer. Responsibilities include reviewing medical records to determine eligibility, communicating with potential participants both in and out of clinic, consenting participants in clinic, and completing study data and sample collection in clinic. S/he also will be responsible for contacting medical offices to obtain diagnoses of medical event data, ensuring sample collection is administered properly and performing data entry and verification into REDCap.

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:

• High School Diploma or GED and five years of clinical research experience, or Two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and three years clinical research experience.
• Licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and two years clinical research experience OR
• Bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related, or business administration related program and one year of clinical research experience
• 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 QUALIFICATION:

• Phlebotomy certification preferred. Experience with medical record review preferred.

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 remote work status with notice to employee.

A Research Administrator, Pre-Award III supports the day-to-day activities of a team of Pre-Award Specialists.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Monitors workload distribution and raises any concerns to the Research Administration Services (RAS) Director.
• Provides guidance to team members, as appropriate.
• Coordinates with RAS Director regarding pre-award activities, issue resolution, and workload distribution.
• Works with Post-Award team lead to coordinate inter-team meetings to facilitate collaboration between the pre-award and post-award teams, as necessary and appropriate.
• Manages pre-award activities for an assigned portfolio of grants and contracts within a RAS unit using knowledge of grant and contract management rules and regulations, technical expertise, and analytical skills.
• Manages the day-to-day operations and objectives in support of the assigned portfolio.
• Contributes information and ideas related to areas of responsibility as part of a cross functional team.
• Ensures effective and efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards for staff/program and self.
• Performs pre-award activities for a unit (school, department, or division) within a RAS unit.
• Pre-award activities include, but are not limited to, assisting departmental faculty/PI in the development, preparation, and submission of grant and contract proposals.
• Ensures all applications meet agency and university guidelines and published time tables and deadlines, including management of the Just-In-Time process.
• Ensures proposals are entered and routed in a timely manner for further review.
• Confers with PI and Pre-award support staff at collaborating institutions to secure necessary sub-awards documents for proposals.
• Assists the PI in the development of budgets and budget justification which includes proofing the budget for inconsistencies and ensuring accuracy.
• Reviews budgets for consistency with sponsor, monitors compliance with agency and University regulations regarding submission; verifies all financial information to include application of the appropriate overhead rate for the project.
• Advises the PI on administrative requirements in preparing proposal submissions and on budget adjustments and revisions necessary to meet the sponsor requirements.
• Coordinates and reviews certain proposal elements (biosketches and facilities & resources) for consistency, accuracy, and completeness.
• Reviews proposals for consistency with sponsor guidelines on budget, format, font size, page limits excluding narrative content (obtain and review sponsor guidelines).
• Monitors and facilitates proposal process through the routing process in compliance with University procedures and institutional signatures.
• Obtains signatures as needed.
• Monitors proposal status and advises PI on requirements and deadlines associated with research protection protocols.
• Works effectively with other offices (central, school, departments, divisions) on research proposal.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and five years of work-related grants and contracts experience OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Knowledge of federal rules and regulations relating to research grant and/or contract activity.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite software.

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 remote work status with notice to employee.

The Program Coordinator will work within the Communication and Creative Services (CCS) team in the department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences. The coordinator will coordinate and manage department level programs, projects and events. Plans and implement program initiatives for the department. Participates in the generation of program resources, communication, design and development of operating goals, objectives, and protocols. Serves as primary point for programs/projects/events implementation and operational matters.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Primary duties are organizing, coordinating, and planning operational facets of a program and its related activities which include, but are not limited to the following: establishing long-term operational objectives, researching factors that may impact the success of the program, and working with individuals or groups to research and document program requirements in order to provide appropriate input into the development of strategic plans.
• Develops work plans to accomplish program goals and objectives and monitors progress toward their achievement.
• Conducts research and gathers information to develop various publications.
• Develops promotional materials which may include content for reports, briefings, newsletters, grants or other written information related to the program.
• Assists in developing and coordinating program-related conferences, conventions, or meetings.
• Monitors expenditures and may participate in the budget planning process and prepare financial reports.
• May assist in identifying funding resources and developing fund-raising strategies and initiatives.
• Prepares operational and statistical reports.
• Conducts training, represents the program at meetings and conferences, and networks with affiliated groups.
• May supervise assigned project staff, interns and/or volunteers. Performs related responsibilities as required.
• This is not an administrative support position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

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 of work.  Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

The Program Coordinator will collaborate with clinical team leaders and senior administrators to drive performance improvement initiatives for the Division of Hospital Medicine at Grady. Responsibilities include scoping projects, developing project plans and assisting with implementing solutions. The Program Coordinator will design standard reports and dashboards, and develop the analytics solutions for business performance measurement, along with the underlying data models needed. The position will collaborate with key business stakeholders to ensure that the solutions achieve desired results.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Primary duties are organizing, coordinating, and planning operational facets of a program and its related activities which include, but are not limited to the following: establishing long-term operational objectives, researching factors that may impact the success of the program, and working with individuals or groups to research and document program requirements in order to provide appropriate input into the development of strategic plans.
• Develops work plans to accomplish program goals and objectives and monitors progress toward their achievement.
• Conducts research and gathers information to develop various publications.
• Develops promotional materials which may include content for reports, briefings, newsletters, grants or other written information related to the program.
• Assists in developing and coordinating program-related conferences, conventions, or meetings.
• Monitors expenditures and may participate in the budget planning process and prepare financial reports.
• May assist in identifying funding resources and developing fund-raising strategies and initiatives.
• Prepares operational and statistical reports.
• Conducts training, represents the program at meetings and conferences, and networks with affiliated groups.
• May supervise assigned project staff, interns and/or volunteers.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.
• This is not an administrative support position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares charts and graphs for reports and presentations.
• Creates and edits scientific, programmatic or other reports associated with department's current and new initiatives.
• Maintains databases and spreadsheets; may also analyze data and design/generate associated reports.
• Streamline and Manage Home Health processes.
• Collaborates with clinical team leaders and senior administrators to drive continuous improvement activity around quality, safety, patient experience, efficiency and/or cost/waste reduction.
• Proactively identifies continuous improvement opportunities for enhanced productivity and operational efficiencies within projects.
• Responds to ad hoc requests for information and assists with configuration of reports in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner.
• Maintains relationships with key stakeholders including executives, physicians and front line staff.
• Prepares operational and statistical reports.
• May supervise assigned project staff, interns and/or volunteers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with MSOffice.
• Experience in a collegiate-level academic environment is highly preferred.
• The ideal candidate will have worked with Physician leadership previously.
• Strong database management skills, including query, data input, and reporting.
• Strong project management skills.
• Bachelor's degree.

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 National Scholarships & Fellowships Program, in Emory’s Office for Undergraduate Education, seeks a full time Fellowships Advisor. The National Scholarships & Fellowships Program provides information and support for Emory College students, undergraduates enrolled in other Emory University divisions, and recent alumni interested in pursuing nationally competitive merit awards and internal Emory awards. Our program administers Emory's nomination processes for nationally competitive awards like Rhodes, Marshall, Fulbright, Truman, Goldwater, and Beinecke.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Provides academic advising to undergraduate students to supplement faculty advising.
• Addresses student academic concerns and provides referrals to campus resources.
• Develops and leads workshops and programs to enhance advising initiatives.
• Builds links with other university offices and support services such as Campus Life, International Student and Scholar Programs, and the Center for International Programs Abroad.
• Assists with academic orientation activities.
• Develops and manages database records and reports.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree in education or discipline related to academic advising assignment and one year of related experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and data collection and analysis experience preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Conducting one-on-one and small-group meetings with students and recent alumni about their interest in and suitability for particular awards;
• Assisting in the development and facilitation of workshops and information sessions;
• Identifying and recruiting high-achieving students, including through presentations to student organizations;
• Providing written and/or verbal feedback on application materials (e.g. personal statements, research proposals, CVs);
• Conducting interview preparation sessions for internal endorsement processes;
• Attending and/or co-chairing internal endorsement and selection interviews;
• Collecting and analyzing program data;
• Participating in conferences and workshops with the National Association of Fellowships Advisors (NAFA);
• Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of related experience
• Experience working with undergraduates in a teaching/tutoring environment
• Excellent writing and communication skills, as well as the ability to understand the requirements of proposal writing and personal essay writing and provide applicants with clear and helpful feedback on drafts of their application materials
• College Connect (Slate), Canvas, OPUS, Box, Wufoo, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Office 365
• Prior experience with study, teaching, and/or travel abroad
• Past experience with or knowledge of the Fulbright US Student program and/or other nationally-competitive awards
• Technical skills (e.g. data management and familiarity with student information systems and learning management systems)
• Prior experience with grant or proposal writing and/or review
  Interest in working with social media
• Experience working closely with people from a wide variety of diverse backgrounds
• A friendly and accessible professional demeanor

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.

• Responsible for collecting, sorting, and handling of waste, recycling, and compostable materials from designated recycling stations located within the buildings and loading docks of Emory University.
• Transports recyclable and compostable materials to designated loading docks and/or the Emory Recycling Center for further processing.
• Ensures bin stations are clean, labeled, serviced with designated bag color, and remain located in the designated location.
• Responsible for the recording of collected material weights; must have strong organizational skills and the ability to document collections.
• Adheres to and complies with Emory University safety and security standards.
• Must understand Emory's Environmental Health and Safety Office expectations and follow protocols for bio-safety.
• Assists in facility, equipment, and vehicle management maintenance.
• Ensures a clean, safe work environment in compliance with university standards as well as federal, state and local requirements. Remains knowledgeable of Emory University's goals for sustainability, specifically in regards to waste diversion.
• Serves as a knowledgeable resource to building occupants regarding proper recycling methods and guidelines.
• Communicates with supervisor and/or team leader to ensure work order information entries meet department standards.
• Supports the needs of the department by being a team player and being flexible regarding route and schedule adjustments.
• Assists with maintaining clean, safe, and compliant loading docks.
• Some overtime may be required in the evenings and weekends during special event activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Position requires lifting and pulling bags and receptacles weighing up to 75 pounds.
• The ability to bend, stoop and twist.
• Must be able to walk an average of 3 miles per shift.
• Some positions within this job classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.

The ideal candidate will have excellent Data Entry, 10-key skills with a keen eye for detail in a heavy volume, fast paced, high matrix environment.  We are looking for a someone to join the small team to process expense reports with accuracy, in a timely manner. 

Job Description: 

• Reviews, monitors and processes a variety of fiscal transactions.
• Reconciles accounts.
• Maintains records.
• Receives and accounts for cash transactions.
• Performs billing.
• Reviews accounts payable transactions for accurate documentation.
• Authorizes and processes payments.
• Performs purchasing functions.
• Develops and monitors budgets and financial reports.
• Assists in budget preparation and compiles information pertaining to budgets, accounts, inventories and other financial operations.
• Enters data onto spread sheets, ledgers, worksheets and/or other forms.
• Responds to inquiries; checks accounting transactions to resolve discrepancies.
• May support research administration activities such as monitoring grant funding and expenditures.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

Additional Duties:

• Assist the team with general accounting functions, particularly related to payables and travel/expense.
• Primary responsibilities will be to initiate financial transactions such as travel and expense reports and accounts payable invoices (check requests).
• May also assist with the submission of journal entries, cell phone orders, running financial reports, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years college with courses in accounting or business.
• Two years related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience may be used. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Two years of accounting experience, particularly in payables and/or travel and expense.
• Experienc in Higher Education or high matrix environments.
• PeopleSoft financials experience (particularly travel and expense).
• Emory Express or SciQuest procurement platform experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel for analyzing data.
• Comfortable running basic financial reports.
• A self-starter able to work collaboratively as part of a fast-paced team.

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:

We are looking for a motivated and scientifically passionate candidate to join our team as a research specialist in the lab of Tim Sampson. The lab is focused on understanding the potential molecular contributions of the gut microbiome to neurological disease and injury. In particular, we are looking for a candidate with interest in exploring newly identified interactions between the gut microbiome, environmental toxicants, and Parkinson’s disease.The candidate will use multidisciplinary molecular and computational approaches, in the context of gnotobiotic animal models, to tease apart contributing factors (immunologic, metabolic) to neurodegeneration. In addition, the candidate will provide critical laboratory and technical support to a growing lab. We are a diverse and supportive lab group and will continue to foster individual and team academic growth.

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.

The Hope Clinic VTEU Research Laboratory aims to understand the human immune response to vaccines, infections, and therapeutics. This position will directly support ongoing respiratory, enteric and sexually transmitted disease-related research efforts in those key areas. We are looking for a highly motivated, organized, and productive scientists who can perform research and assist with laboratory operation. Specifically, this position will involve: conducting immunological assays with minimal supervision; analyzing and interpreting data and results; preparing SOPs, reports, graphs, and assay specific budgets for publication, presentations, or grants; delivering updates/presentations for internal lab meetings; training others as needed; reviewing and synthesizing literature; ordering supplies; and assisting with basic lab upkeep. It will require work with human specimens, viruses (risk group 2), pseudo viruses, and cell lines. Salary will be commiserate with experience. Research experience involving cell culture, flow cytometry, high-throughput assays (i.e., ≥ 96-well), and immunology-related projects is a preferred qualification.

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 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 Hope Clinic VTEU Research Laboratory aims to understand the human immune response to vaccines, infections, and therapeutics. This position will directly support ongoing respiratory, enteric and sexually transmitted research efforts in those key areas. We are looking for a highly motivated, organized, and productive scientist who can perform research independently and assist with laboratory operation. Specifically, this position will involve: conducting immunological assays and assay development; analyzing and interpreting data and results; preparing written materials, charts/graphs, research results, and budgets for publication, presentations, or grants; delivering updates/presentations for internal lab meetings; training research staff; reviewing and synthesizing literature; ordering supplies; and assisting with basic lab upkeep. It will require work with human specimens, viruses (risk group 2), pseudo viruses, and cell lines. Research experience involving cell culture, flow cytometry, high-throughput assays (i.e., ≥ 96-well), and immunology-related projects is a preferred qualification.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• 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.

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 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 Genomics Core within Yerkes National Primate Research Center at Emory University is currently seeking a full time Bioinformatics Analyst to work on COVID-19 data analysis. This position will work as part of a large, NIH funded multi-center consortium to use functional genomics to analyze a massive, longitudinal cohort of 1,000 SARS-CoV-2 infected patients. The position will allow for the successful applicant to obtain any necessary additional computational training to complete the project. The position may also offer the opportunity to write and publish several manuscripts from this and other projects.

The ideal candidate should be motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude and passion research. The Bioinformatics Analyst will be a team player who is willing to learn on the job and collaborate with lab members and center members. The Bioinformatics Analyst 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.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Maintains software, hardware and the network in a bioinformatics setting or molecular modeling laboratory.
• Supervises regular updates and recommends state-of-the-art enhancements.
• Analyzes high throughput screening data and performs structure activity analyses to generate predictive correlations.
• Applies a limited range of molecular modeling tools to refinement of high throughput screening hits.
• Presents the models in a form that allows users to make decisions concerning the direction of an experimental program.
• RNA-Seq
• single-cell RNA-Seq data
• Whole genome sequence data
• 10X Genomics single-cell and phased sequence data
• T lymphocyte and B lymphocyte repertoire sequences
• data from other Next Generation Sequencing applications
• Management and dissemination of datasets
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A master's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, bioinformatics or related field.
• Two years of experience in bioinformatics and/or computational chemistry.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applicant with a background in bioinformatics and strong computer science with an advanced degree in computational biology, bioinformatics or a related computer science discipline preferred
• Demonstrable experience writing code to solve biological problems
• R/Bioconductor proficiency highly preferred
• Experience working with RNA-SEq is a significant strength
• Programming experience in R, Python, Java or PERL is a significant plus
• Excellent communication and writing skills

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse
• Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT:
Yerkes 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, and health assessment. 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.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Performs or coordinates administrative activities associated with one or more residency programs.
• Assists in residency recruitment programs by updating relevant brochures and displays, updating and placing advertisements, coordinating recruitment trips, and preparing for and scheduling applicant interviews.
• Maintains required record-keeping and databases pertaining to residency program(s).
• May coordinate and/or schedule resident orientation, rotations, and evaluations.
• Assists in preparing budgets and in tracking expenses.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree and one year of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of experience, education 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 of work.  Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee

Dedicated to discovering causes, prevention, treatments, and cures, Yerkes National Primate Research Center (NPRC) is fighting diseases and improving human health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, Yerkes conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at http://www.yerkes.emory.edu

The Division of Microbiology & Immunology within Yerkes National Primate Research Center at Emory University is currently seeking a full time Research Specialist to join Dr. Guido Silvestri laboratory under the supervision of Diane Carnathan. The preferred candidate will be working in a fast-paced dynamic laboratory as a part of a team working on HIV pathogenesis and cure at the Yerkes National Primate Center. The preferred candidate should have a solid background in Immunology and Virology coursework and must be comfortable with chemistry and mathematics. Familiarity with primary lymphocyte cell culture and flow cytometry is a plus. Organization and communication are essential as well as being motivated, dependable, detail-oriented with a positive attitude and passion for research.

Collaborate. Innovate. Serve. These three simple words capture what we do at Yerkes to help advance science and improve the health and well-being of humans and non-human primates. If you are someone with laboratory research experience who is familiar with cell culture, flow cytometry, and molecular biology, this is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community.

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

PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: (change for specific needs)
• Demonstrates outstanding working habits, including the ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Demonstrates ability to work in an animal research environment
• A background in immunology, virology or molecular biology is required. Previous hands-on experience with flow cytometry is preferred but not required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience working in a biosafety environment
• Demonstrates computer skills proficiency

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
• 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
• Work will include staining and processing Human and Non-Human Primate blood and tissues and coordinating longitudinal studies on experiments involving large quantities of animals or humans.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT:
Yerkes 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, and health assessment. 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.

This position with the Wharton Lab with Emory University Nell Hodgson School of Nursing will support multiple studies focused on Alzheimer’s Disease prevention in underserved communities, including the LGBTQ community, caregivers of people living with dementia, and the African American community.

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.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• Educational outreach events.
• Research recruitment with community organizations.
• Oversight of undergraduate students.

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:

• Phlebotomy experience preferred.

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 position is part of the Clinical Operations Unit (COU) of the Infectious Diseases Clinical Research Consortium (IDCRC) Leadership Group. IDCRC is a NIH award to support the planning and implementation of clinical research that addresses the scientific priorities of NIAID in evaluating vaccines, other preventive biologics, therapeutics, diagnostics, including prognostics and predictive markers, and devices or the treatment and prevention of infectious diseases (malaria/neglected tropical diseases, sexually transmitted infections, respiratory infections and enteric diseases).

Manages the COU daily activities interfacing with site and sponsor representatives at all levels. Works with COU Co-Directors and partners to set and maintain the overall direction and work scope of the COU. Leads the development, review, and approval of all activities related to the Clinical Site Selection Committee making detailed evaluations, observations and facilitates the outcome of all site selection activities.

This position will manage multiple projects and tasks in a fast paced, dynamic environment supporting a multi-institutional consortium. The individual in this position will be required to perform duties related to project management, operational oversight and site management, strategic planning, and supervisory duties. The individual in this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operational oversight of the Clinical Operations Unit (COU) of the IDCRC, working at the direction of the COU leadership, including lead partner FHI 360, and with the LOC Administrative Core along with Sponsor and VTEU representatives on a variety of topics.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Directs special projects for a non-central division or department.
• Manages the strategic planning process and oversees progress toward achieving project goals.
• Develops and administers project budgets.
• Participates in the identification of funding sources, initiatives and strategies.
• Prepares communication documents for articles, reports, and/or presentations.
• Develops short and long term project goals and objectives.
• Represents and promotes projects at speaking engagements and with various constituencies.
• Conducts research, analyzes data and identifies and summarizes trends.
• Develops and prepares reports.
• Serves as a liaison with other university departments and represents projects at meetings and events.
• May hire, supervise and evaluate staff.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree and five years of project management or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Proficiency with various computer software packages.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

Applicants should have excellent written and oral skills and be comfortable collaborating with senior, executive leadership from all LG partner institutions within the network, as well as Sponsor representatives, and be proficient working in the following: Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, SharePoint, Zoom, MS Teams; experience working with SmartSheet, JotForm and/or Qualtrics is a plus.

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:

• Functions as a skilled individual contributor or lead researcher on one or more research projects, serving as an expert in specialized area(s).
• Designs, develops and conducts large and/or complex research experiments.
• Reviews progress of research and evaluates results.
• Shares expertise in equipment operation and laboratory techniques.
• Refines/adapts methodologies to fit specific experiment requirements.
• Collaborates in the development of new techniques.
• Co-authors publications and may co-present findings with Principal Investigator at meetings/conferences.
• Performs related responsibilities as required. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree in a scientific field. Seven years of professional research experience.

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.