The Emory University Environmental, Health, and Safety Office (EHSO) is seeking a team member to serve in our Radiation Safety unit. EHSO’s vision is a partnership with the Emory community that integrates sound environmental, health, and safety management practices in all aspects of Emory’s operations to enhance and support its world-renowned research, inquiry-driven teaching, and the delivery of premier healthcare.
The Environmental Professional II (EHS II) position serves as a staff specialist providing support to the Radiation Safety team with a focus on regulatory compliance and value-added services to Emory University and Emory Healthcare. The preferred candidate will possess a working knowledge of radiation protection regulations, as well as other relevant codes and regulations.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Under general supervision, monitors, controls, inspects, contains or removes hazardous material (biological, chemical, radioactive or other).
- Provides support to ensure compliance with applicable standards, laws and regulations. Performs surveys and routine safety inspections in the areas of biosafety, chemical safety, radiation safety or industrial hygiene.
- May participate in project management to facilitate laboratory moves and abatement projects, including coordination with vendors, contractors and internal clients.
- Maintains storage areas, equipment, and personal protective equipment related to EHS programs.
- Participates in training for program areas.
- Responds to internal clients regarding chemical, biosafety, radiation safety and industrial hygiene concerns.
- Maintains records and prepares reports.
- Responds to emergency situations involving hazardous materials.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
POSITION SPECIFIC DUDIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing with diverse audiences; explain technical concepts clearly and concisely.
- Maintain current knowledge of and interpret specific government agency requirements (statutes, regulations, licenses, and permits) and university policies.
- Maintain working knowledge of the scientific and technical aspects of various regulatory requirements and potential impact on assigned work area(s).
- Participate in educational meetings to instruct employees in matters pertaining to occupational health and prevention of incidents.
- Use portable and laboratory health physics instrumentation.
- Perform documented contamination surveys, sealed source inventories and leak tests.
- Segregate and process radioactive waste.
- Complete radioactive package receipt inspections.
- Assign and distribute dosimeters.
- Perform other related duties as required.
THE PREFERRED APPLICANT CAN:
- Author scientific reports and communications to affected workers and management regarding workplace hazards, exposures, and health risks.
- Work with radioactive materials, both sealed and unsealed, and/or radiation producing machines.
- Prepare inpatient radiotherapy rooms (using Lu-177, I-131, Tc-99m, etc.).
- Respond appropriately to radioactive material spills and decontaminate facilities.
- Identify, evaluate, and mitigate radiation safety hazards.
- Perform inspections of clinical and research laboratories using radioactive material, radiation producing machines, or lasers.
- Effectively communicate with therapy patients and clinical staff.
- Maintain radioactive material authorizations and/or specific license amendments.
- Conduct radiation safety training.
- Prepare radioactive packages for shipment.
- Prepare reports for radiation safety committees.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
- Second shift work required weekly.
- Work in an operational setting involving lifting, walking, and respirator use.
- Driving Emory vehicles to perform regular activities (must be licensed to drive in Georgia).
- Contact with patients and research subjects including patient information.
- Occasional weekend duty.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors plus 3 years experience in environmental engineering, public health, occupational health and safety or other appropriate science-related field of study (i.e. chemistry) is required.
- Professional Board Certification desired: (Examples include: CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager), PE (Professional Engineer), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), Certified Health Physicist (CHP) or CSP (Certified Safety Professional), BSP (Biosafety Professional).
- Equivalent combination of experience, education and training is accepted.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Assists in coordinating routine activities associated with a research project to include data maintenance, grant expenditure adherence, project evaluation, meeting scheduling, research subject interfacing, light clerical duties and control of equipment and supplies.
- May review literature for related research developments and techniques, compile findings and generate reports.
- May serve as project liaison to other departments, outside organizations, government agencies and product representatives.
- May supervise other staff.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in a science discipline, business management, or related field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
- Note: An approved CAS Exception is required for anyone who is charged to a federal grant or contract under this job code.
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 Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics is searching for a Clinical Research Coordinator II.
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.
Specific duties will include:
- Prescreening EPIC charts
- Screening/recruitment phone calls
- Recruitment email
- Data management/chart abstraction from EMR/data quality review
- Attending weekly study meetings
- Handle regulatory issues with IRB
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 OR
- 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 OR
- 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.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Implements, operates, and participates in simulation activities to guarantee a high quality, safe, and consistent simulation experience in the Emory Nursing Learning Center (ENLC).
- Assists the Simulation Operations Specialist with data collection as it pertains to departmental tracking and reporting needs.
- Assists in the purchasing of supplies, equipment and materials.
- Maintains records of repairs, warranty dates and catalogs a resource manual for equipment.
- Participates in special projects and initiatives. Provides technical assistance, support and training to faculty, instructors and staff in the use of simulation equipment and simulators.
- Trains colleagues on learning software management.
- Responsible for the preparation, setup, and disassembly of the necessary equipment and supplies for each activity.
- Provides direct support to the ENLC inventory system by ensuring that the inventory system is kept up to date with our current offerings and inventory on hand.
- Communicates with the operations director regarding low stock and verifying supply counts for equipment.
- Leads the daily restocking process for all 'on hand' supplies housed in each of the learning spaces.
- Identifies the need for any item additions to the supply carts, or additional on hand supply areas related to specific tasks or procedures. Provides daily upkeep and maintenance of equipment and learning spaces.
- Provides support and backup in operating simulation equipment or the simulation capture system during the activity.
- Maintains excellent customer service skills and effective communications with all clientele and co-workers. Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in computer science, technology, or health-related field, or other related field, and two years of related work experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Previous experience in simulation lab is preferred.
- Must be able to independently move equipment (less than 25 lbs.) and move manikins (less than 50 lbs.) with the assistance of others.
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
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The Logan laboratory in the Department of Pediatrics at the Emory University School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Supervisor Research Specialist to join their team. The majority of the efforts will be dedicated to investigating the microbial characteristics and genetics of resistance in multidrug-resistant (MDR) gram-negative bacteria (primarily Enterobacterales) affecting children, healthy populations, animals, and the environment. The goal of this work is to identify community reservoirs of multi-drug resistant Enterobacterales, as infections with these organisms have continued to increase despite aggressive antibiotic stewardship and infection prevention campaigns in healthcare settings.
Independently, and in collaboration with other members of the research team, the Supervisor Research specialist performs a wide range of highly technical and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Administers research programs/studies by: hiring and supervising research personnel; participating in project planning; and developing, implementing and evaluating research protocols, techniques and procedures.
- Supervises staff by orienting, training and providing performance feedback.
- Provides expertise and training in methodology, basic laboratory procedures and equipment operation.
- Prepares and monitors research related budgets.
- Assists in developing and submitting grant proposals and in monitoring grant expenditures.
- Advises principal investigator of changes in reporting or accounting requirements and assists researchers in meeting requirements.
- Develops models for patents, licensing and manufacturing agreements with researchers.
- Monitors and enforces the contracts and monetary returns for products developed through research.
- Performs a wide range of laboratory tests, specimen preparation and experimental procedures for routine and specialized studies.
- Selects or develops effective research methodologies.
- Collects and analyzes results of studies and provides interpretation of results.
- Co-authors or authors publications based on laboratory research and findings.
- Recommends new equipment and supply purchases; investigates equipment malfunctions and schedules maintenance/repair.
- Monitors quality control of media, reagents and cleaning procedures and addresses any problems.
- Keeps abreast of safety procedures and 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.
SPECIFIC DETAILS:
- Principal staff training duties and responsibilities will include: plating of specimens, isolate, identify, freeze and catalog bacteria from clinical and non-clinical specimens; molecular microbiologic testing by PCR, gel electrophoresis, sequencing platforms and related methods; preparing overnight cultures, plates, media and buffers; maintaining laboratory with appropriate biohazard discarding and autoclaving of reusable products; filtration of water and other environmental substrates, sampling methods, entering study-related data into computer databases; maintaining and submitting documentation of laboratory work to principal investigator or designee.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in a related science field and four years of research experience of which one year is in a supervisory role in a laboratory, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Significant work experience in bacteriology, conventional and real-time PCR, gel electrophoresis and DNA sequence analysis is preferred.
- Coursework including microbiology and molecular laboratory components preferred.
- Effective team management, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, the ability to multi-task, remaining flexible and managing time effectively, able to perform procedures requiring manual dexterity and repetitive motions are highly valued.
- Proficiency with personal computers including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to perform a variety of specialized and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures.
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.
Prioritizes and dispatches information to police, administrative officials, emergency medical technicians, traffic enforcement personnel or staff to initiate responses to crimes, fires, injuries, accidents, requests for service and other emergency and non-emergency incidents.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Logs calls, monitors alarms and access control systems, and operates multiple computer systems.
- Tracks personnel/vehicle locations and coordinates responses.
- Operates communications equipment and processes criminal history information in accordance with federal and state law.
- Maintains and is accountable for the handling of confidential information on a local, state and international level.
- Serves as an information resource for university police department and police administrators.
- Maintains required record-keeping.
- May operate a switchboard.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- One year of customer service, law enforcement or dispatch/telecommunications experience.
- Ability to meet background investigation requirements which include a criminal history check.
- Ability to meet P.O.S.T. certification standards within 6 months of employment.
- Ability to complete requirements for GCIC (Georgia Crime Information Center) terminal operator certifications as required by federal and state law.
- Ability to type 30 wpm.
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:
- 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 of work. Emory 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.
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 100% on-campus.
The Division of Animal Resources is seeking to hire an Cage Wash Technician (CWT) employee at either a CWT Trainee, CWT level I (one), or CWT level II (two). The level of Cage Wash position offered to the selected finalist will be determined after the completion of the interview processes and based on related education and experience as outlined below by the minimum qualifications associated with each position. Please take note of the varying job responsibilities between each level, as well.
JOB DESCRIPTIONS:
CWT (trainee)
Learns to perform routine duties associated with cage sanitation and preparation for reuse in a research setting including cage maintenance, monitoring equipment for proper functioning and maintaining sanitary conditions. Operates cage washing and related equipment and ensures that they are in proper working order by cleaning, and preventive maintenance.
Performs routine start-up and shut down procedures. Assists in receiving and storing materials, food and supplies. Transports caging supplies between animal rooms and cage wash rooms. Maintains sanitary conditions of cage washing rooms and other ancillary areas, such as hallways and storage areas.
Takes the necessary precautions, in keeping with OSHA standards and other applicable federal and state regulations, when working with hazardous chemicals, materials, animals and power equipment. Uses personal protective equipment as required. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or equivalent or demonstrated literacy.
- The ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
CWT I (one)
Performs routine duties associated with cage sanitation and preparation for reuse in a research setting including cage maintenance, monitoring equipment for proper functioning and maintaining sanitary conditions. Operates washers and ensures that cage washing and related equipment are in proper working order by cleaning, and preventive maintenance. Performs routine start-up and shut down procedures.
Operates autoclave to sterilize or decontaminate caging equipment. Assists in receiving and storing materials, food and supplies. Transports caging supplies between animal rooms and cage wash rooms. Maintains sanitary conditions of cage washing rooms and other ancillary areas, such as hallways and storage areas. May assist in training new technicians. May provide guidance and direction to Cage Wash Trainees. Works independently.
May act in a lead capacity in the cage wash area in the absence of their supervisor. Takes the necessary precautions, in keeping with OSHA standards and other applicable federal and state regulations, when working with hazardous chemicals, materials, animals and power equipment. Uses personal protective equipment as required. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- One year of cage wash or animal care experience.
- The ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
CWT II (two)
Performs routine duties associated with cage sanitation and preparation for reuse in a research setting including cage maintenance, monitoring equipment for proper functioning and maintaining sanitary conditions. Operates washers and ensures that cage washing and related equipment are in proper working order by cleaning and performing preventative maintenance. Performs routine start-up and shut down procedures.
Operates autoclave to sterilize or decontaminate caging equipment. Provides routine maintenance to caging equipment. Assists in installation of caging and other non-fixed facility equipment. Makes minor repairs to caging equipment. Assists in receiving and storing materials, food and supplies. Transports caging supplies between animal rooms and cage wash rooms. Maintains sanitary conditions of cage washing rooms and other ancillary areas, such as hallways and storage areas.
Assists in training new technicians in techniques and procedures related to routine cage sanitation. Provides guidance and direction to cage wash trainees and technicians. Works independently. Acts in a lead capacity in the cage wash area under the supervision of a facility manager.
Takes the necessary precautions, in keeping with OSHA standards and other applicable federal and state regulations, when working with hazardous chemicals, materials, animals and power equipment. Uses personal protective equipment as required. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of cage wash or animal care experience.
- The ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- 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 Division of Animal Resources is seeking to hire an Animal Care Technician (ACT) at level Trainee, I (one), II (two) or III (three). The level of Animal Care position offered to the selected finalist will be determined after the completion of the interview processes and based on related education and experience as outlined below by the minimum qualifications associated with each position. Please take note of the varying job responsibilities between each level, as well.
JOB DESCRIPTIONS:
ACT (trainee)
- Learns to perform routine duties associated with animal care in a research setting such as feeding, administering medication, maintaining sanitary conditions, observation, restraint and minor cage maintenance.
- Operates cage washers and ensures that equipment is in proper working order.
- May assist in the collection of blood, urine and feces from animals for medical research.
- 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.
ACT I (one)
- Performs routine duties associated with animal care in a research setting.
- Prepares food and feeds animals, maintains sanitary conditions, observes animal conditions and behavior, and collects animal specimens.
- May assist in animal restraint, maintaining animal housing and minor cage maintenance.
- 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.
ACT II (two)
- Performs routine and specialized duties associated with animal care, including feeding, medicating, cleaning, restraint and transportation.
- Maintains adequate inventory of necessary supplies and equipment.
- Observes animal behavior and conditions, collects specimens and provides technical assistance to research and veterinary personnel.
- Performs minor repairs and maintains animal housing facility.
- May train and supervise new technicians.
- May drive utility vehicles to transport animals and supplies, ensuring safe operation, daily inspection and vehicle cleanliness.
- 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.
ACT III (three)
- Oversees the daily operations of an animal care facility including the routine care of animals and maintenance of equipment. Provides for Animal Care duties as noted in Animal Care Tech II.
- Serves as a resource in the management of a particular technical specialty such as mice or primates. Provides technical assistance to research and clinical medical personnel in the performance of research and emergency procedures.
- Feeds animals and supervises the administration of special diets and medication.
- Assists veterinarians with grooming and pre- and post-operative animal care.
- Collects blood, urine and other required specimens from animals as requested for medical research.
- Observes and monitors animals for signs of illness, trauma or social instability.
- Monitors environmental conditions in animal housing facilities and inspects the condition of facilities and equipment for cleanliness and proper operation.
- Ensures that the facility complies with federal regulations for care and maintenance of research animals.
- Maintains daily records pertaining to animal care.
- Complies with OSHA standards and other applicable federal and state regulations when working with hazardous chemicals, materials, animals and power equipment.
- Follows protocol in the proper containment and disposal of biohazardous waste and contaminants.
- Assists in training other animal care providers.
- May act in a lead capacity in the supervisor's absence.
- 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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
ACT (trainee)
- The ability to read and write and to lift up to 75 pounds. Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
ACT I (one)
- A high school diploma or equivalent AND one year of animal husbandry or related animal care experience
OR
- A high school diploma or equivalent AND two years of animal husbandry experience in a laboratory animal facility.
- The ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
ACT II (two)
- A high school diploma or equivalent and two years of animal husbandry/care experience
OR
- Certification as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) and two years of animal husbandry/care experience
OR
- Four years of animal husbandry/care experience.
- The ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Positions within this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
- Positions in this classification may require three years of transportation and routing experience in lieu of animal husbandry/care experience.
ACT III (three)
- A high school diploma or equivalent and three years of animal husbandry/care experience
OR
- Certification as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) and three years of animal husbandry/care experience
OR
- Five years of animal husbandry/care experience.
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- The ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- 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.
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.
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 Office for Undergraduate Education (OUE) is seeking to hire an Academic Advisor who will work with domestic students. The OUE promotes the academic development of Emory College of Arts and Sciences students from orientation to graduation while also supporting departments and faculty. Academic Advising supplements the primary role of faculty advisors, and provides support for students to achieve their academic goals. The Academic Advisor will work directly with students.
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.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
- Maintain a proactive advising caseload, including routine and urgent student cases, and meetings with at-risk students. Other hours will involve meetings and administrative work.
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Keep notes of all advising sessions.
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Become familiar with services in OUE and across campus to make appropriate referrals to offices and resources on campus.
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Lead advising programs, workshops, and presentations.
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Advisors may be asked to develop specialized expertise on advising issues.
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:
- A master’s degree in a relevant field, including higher education or a liberal arts field, is preferred.
- Experience working as an academic advisor in an academic affairs office or similar setting is preferred.
- Experience working with at-risk and/or first-generation students.
- Experience with student success programs focusing on retention and graduation.
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 Sloan Lab at Emory University is recruiting a highly motivated and creative scientist to join our team as a Research Scientist. Our group is interested in human brain development and understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms that underlie neurodevelopmental disorders. We utilize human pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) to model human nervous system development and employ a diverse range of cell culture, molecular biology, and genomic approaches. The currently available positions will take the lead on NIH-funded projects investigating lineage commitment during early neurodevelopment and the use of bioengineering tools to build more sophisticated organoid models. Come join our fun, diverse, and collaborative team!
More information about the research goals of the lab can be found at www.sloanlab.org and www.brainorganoidhub.com.
Highly motivated candidates with a background in neuroscience, stem cells, molecular biology, or other related fields are sought. Prior experience with cell/tissue culture, molecular and cellular neurobiology, stem cell maintenance, genomics, and/or computer programming are desired, although not required.
We are a small and collaborative lab that promotes a culture of openness, support, and respect. The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, excellent written/verbal English communication skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while being a team player. The research environment at Emory is robust and collaborative within a diverse neuroscience and genomics 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.
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.
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. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Responsible for managing complex research projects.
- Using an advanced knowledge of research methodology and techniques, assists in the planning and development of survey instruments, guidelines and procedures to collect required data.
- Coordinates various aspects of the study. Drafts and may edit text for studies.
- Analyzes data, identifies data discrepancies and researches and identifies causes.
- May perform statistical analysis of numerical data.
- Actively contributes to the development of research protocols.
- Determines how research methodologies or tools must be modified.
- Ensures that study data and systems are maintained and accurately documented.
- Analyzes data and develops reports to assess or monitor study performance and treatment results; may develop associated operational and statistical reports for management and regulatory agencies.
- May oversee regulatory compliance efforts.
- May develop and submit grant proposals and advise principal investigator of changes in reporting or accounting requirements.
- May monitor expenses and receipts for active protocols.
- Coordinates and conducts special meetings and presentations.
- Coordinates computer support for ancillary studies conducted at off-site locations.
- Collaborates on reports and papers.
- Assists in the preparation of tables and graphs for publication and presentation.
- May design and develop databases related to specific programs at the request of supervisor and/or Principal Investigator.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
ADDTIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position will manage the Winship Education and Training team and activities, under oversight of the Winship AD of Education and Training. Responsibilities will include management of Winship priority programs, including but not limited to Winship Grand Rounds, Elkin lecture series, ACS IRG and related activities, K12 program support, faculty development and onboarding, support of the Winship grant review process, nominations committee and postdoctoral fellows programming. This manager will be required to implement tracking of Winship trainees, to be reported as part of the Winship CCSG. Successful candidates will have research administration experience, particularly with academic training programs, and be able to assume responsibility for coordination of large, complex projects including development and management of overall research project timelines, procedures, and tracking system, preparation of grant documentation and progress reports in accordance with federal rules and regulations, coordination of pilot project application cycles, coordination and participation in project meetings, conference calls, retreats and training sessions, monitor and develop budgets and continuations. This candidate will closely interact with research development team members to establish and share best practices. This position will also assist with additional related research administration and development support activities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A master's degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, sociology, and psychology or related discipline and two years of professional level research experience,
- OR an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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.
WORK DIRECTION:
Assessment
• Oversight of assessment activities for School of Medicine MD program
• Generate exams for course directors and faculty for the MD program
• ExamSoft, NBME, and Aquifer liaison for faculty, staff, and students
• Manage processes related to Tableau resources
• Responsible for developing/designing assessment dashboard across MD curriculum
• Serve as co-administrator for Service Now ticket system with Educational Analyst
• Manage processes related to tracking assessments across the MD program, grades compliance, data management, and communicates updates and deadlines for assessments/grading
• Responsible for systematic collection of data, data analysis/management, and data display tools
• Support course directors, faculty, staff, and students during student assessment
• Collaborate with IT to ensure that examinations and assessments are organized and administered efficiently
• Coordinates with IT tech support for technical and operational assistance related to end-user testing events by ensuring the training environment is up to date with current functionality
• Schedule rooms for assessments and create/distribute assessment schedule
• USMLE Step Score Tracking for MD program
• Manage processes related to Scholar Tableau resources
• Recruiting of graders and managing grading process
• Process assessment related expenses, payments, and payroll
Interprofessional Thread
• Serves as the Inter-professional Education (IPE) program liaison between IPE Directors and the Office of Medical Education and Student Affairs (OMESA)
• Coordinates IPE scheduling under the direction of the IPE Director
• Manages communications with students, faculty, and staff regarding IPE
• Ensures all SOM and OMESA Policies & Procedures pertaining to IPE are being met
• Reserves rooms in 25Live
• Maintains the IPE syllabus
• Updates course catalog descriptions for including contact information, course activities, and course requirements
• Configures and distributes evaluations in OASIS for IPE
• Uses Microsoft Office products, Adobe, OneDrive, OASIS, and CANVAS to maintain course documentation to support curriculum initiatives
Curriculum Committee Staff Member – Student Assessment
• Committee support for the Student Assessment subcommittee of the Executive Curriculum Committee
• Coordinate logistics and documentation of the Student Assessment subcommittee activities
• Will be a non-voting member of the Student Assessment subcommittee
Other Duties
As a member of the medical education team within the Office of Medical Education and Student Affairs (OMESA), this position will assist in coordinating and working in events such as:
• White Coat Ceremony
• Orientation
• Medical Education Day
• Research Day
• Match Day
• Graduation
• Other events, as necessary
KNOWLEDGE:
• Experience with web-based applications and databases
• Experience with educational program evaluation and student assessment
• Experience utilizing a web-based evaluation and assessment system
SKILLS & ABILITIES: The successful candidate will have supervisory skills, excellent written/oral communication and outstanding collaborative and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will also be well organized, able to function independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and possess excellent computer skills. A high level of professionalism and initiative is required, along with the ability to interact comfortably with individuals at all levels within and outside of the organization.
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.
Performs preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repair to Utility Plant water chillers of up to 2,000 tons and associated equipment to include cooling towers, pumps, air compressors, and water filtering systems to provide a high level of availability and energy efficiency.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Utilizes schematics for troubleshooting and root cause analysis on chiller plant equipment (chillers, pumps, fans).
- Performs advanced repairs, overhaul, disassembly, reassembly, and modification to Utility Plant water chillers, pumps, and fans.
- Troubleshoots and provides input on control sequence for operation of chillers and associated equipment. Reads and interprets blueprints and wiring diagrams.
- Works in a safe manner and keeps up with OSHA standards and all other applicable federal regulations.
- Completes preventative maintenance orders, work orders, and documents work performed.
- Communicates orally and written with department personnel and management for the purpose of receiving and advising on matters concerning chiller plant operation, maintenance, and repair.
- Schedules repairs and maintenance; supervises, inspects, and provides training to Chiller Mechanic I and other technicians assigned to chiller work. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience maintaining and repairing commercial HVAC equipment.
- Graduation from an accredited HVAC technical school or equivalent experience. Universal refrigerant certification.
- Two years of experience working on chillers sized 500 tons and up including cooling towers and associated equipment is required. A working knowledge of related application software.
- Familiarity with Excel, Word, Asset Works (AiM work management software) and Buildings Control Systems (Seimens, ALC, Delta). OEM (Trane,York,Carrier) Maintenance Overhaul course completion.
- May require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record. Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to bend, stoop, and twist.
- Work environment involves indoors, outdoors extreme weather conditions and high noise areas.
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.
A position is available within the Emory University School of Medicine’s Department Pediatrics in an innovative laboratory that studies the molecular bases of asthma, respiratory failure and airway inflammation in children. Our group has 5 current NIH-funded studies that involve biological sample collection from children with respiratory disorders that are analyzed for gene expression, metabolomic signatures and immune cell functions. This employee will engage with a collaborative interdisciplinary team and an enthusiastic Principal Investigator/mentor to advance knowledge of mechanisms associated with respiratory disorders that can be targeted in future interventional clinical trials. This employee will also design and evaluate experiments and develop new ideas that promote current research independence. This employee will also prepare and publish abstracts, and if desired, scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator. This employee will also be responsible for operation of specific equipment and may teach experimental techniques to others in the laboratory.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under minimal supervision, the Assistant Academic Research Scientist performs a wide range of highly technical and complex tasks necessary to advance basic and/or translational research programs.
- Responsible for working with experimental platforms specific to the hiring Program.
- Duties will include but are not limited to experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation and communication of results of basic and/or translational research.
- Will be required to review literature and apply advanced knowledge, skills, and input necessary for protocol development.
- May assist in grant and other funding applications, as necessary and appropriate.
- Performs other responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- PhD or MD OR Master's degree and five years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.
- Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.
- Laboratory experience will be based on area of assignment.
NOTE: Applicants applying with a M.D. or equivalent degree must be eligible for a Georgia medical license to meet the minimum qualifications.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Preferred qualities include experience working with molecular laboratory techniques, cell culture, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues.
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, 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- MS in Chemistry plus 2 years of experience operating an LC-MS.
- Candidates with metabolomics and isotope tracing experience highly preferred.
- Experience in maintaining liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry hardware (including but not limited to calibration, needle replacement, cleaning, plumbing, column maintenance, purging, and mobile phase replacement).
- Experience with liquid handling (volumetric micropipetting), sample extraction (including molecule extraction from biological samples and sample introduction to LC-MS hardware), LC-MS grade reagent preparation, and analysis of LC-MS data (including peak identification and quantification via stable isotope dilution mass spectrometry).
- Ability to maintain very large databases of metabolomics data accurately and robustly so that data are accessible and results reproducible, including highly curated local storage and depositing data online in public repositories, such as Metabolomics Workbench.
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.