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: 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 researcher will provide assay development and high-throughput screening expertise in support of the upcoming Emory Center for New Medicines. Experience with protein purification, molecular biology, biochemistry and/or cell-based experimental techniques is required, with a preference given to researchers with experience with assay development and high-throughput screening, high-content imaging, and/or pharmacological concepts/data analysis. Experience in therapeutic discovery from industry or biotech companies is desired. The candidate is expected to work with a multidisciplinary team of biologists, chemists, and physician scientists.
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 master's degree and two years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR bachelor’s degree and four years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.
- Laboratory experience should be related to area of assignment.
- Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Completion of post-doctoral position
- Experience with assay development and high-throughput screening, high-content imaging, and/or pharmacological concepts/data analysis
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:
- Conducts clinical physics and dosimetry training rotations designed to support radiotherapy patient care and the quality assurance program within the institution.
- Attends didactic courses and seminars designed to further educate and enhance the clinical rotations.
- Learns the practice and responsibilities of a board certified medical physicist.
- Gains practical knowledge and skills regarding electron, photon, and neutron radiation transport, particularly as related to dosimetry protocols, shielding design, and computer dose algorithms.
- Gains practical knowledge and skills regarding treatment planning computers, both software and hardware.
- Gains practical knowledge and skills regarding linear accelerators, teletherapy units, and their accessories.
- Gains practical knowledge and skills regarding treatment planning, simulation, and treatment techniques.
- Gains practical knowledge and skills regarding nuclear instrumentation, radiation monitors, dosimetry equipment (particularly ionization chambers, film, and thermoluminescent dosimeters), and automatic data acquisition systems.
- Gains practical knowledge and skills regarding quality assurance of radiotherapy equipment.
- Gains practical knowledge and skills regarding radioactive sources used for brachytherapy.
- Gains practical knowledge and skills regarding brachytherapy devices such as manual and remote afterloaders.
- Gains practical knowledge and skills regarding radiation safety applied to radiotherapy and general hospital environment.
- Performs related responsibilities as assigned.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
- This is for a three-year residency program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A master's degree in Medical Physics or related field of study.
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:
- 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.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
The selected individual will be responsible for:
- Establishing protocols to grow tissue cultures with adherent and suspension cells
- Maintaining and training new users of our BSL2 room
- Designing protocols to express and purify proteins and protein/ribonucleoprotein complexes from HEK293T cells for biochemical and structural investigations
- Engineering cloning strategies to express recombinant proteins in human cells
- Maintaining the lab inventory in our cloud inventory manager
- Supporting and sharing their expertise to foster the advancement of other lab member’s projects
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in a scientific field.
- Seven years of professional research experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor in biology or molecular biology or a related field with at least seven years of research experience in a technical or research lab.
- Extensive training in adherent and suspension cell cultures is required.
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, 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.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
The selected individual will be responsible for:
- Establishing protocols to grow tissue cultures with adherent and suspension cells
- Maintaining and training new users of our BSL2 room
- Designing protocols to express and purify proteins and protein/ribonucleoprotein complexes from HEK293T cells for biochemical and structural investigations
- Engineering cloning strategies to express recombinant proteins in human cells
- Maintaining the lab inventory in our cloud inventory manager
- Supporting and sharing their expertise to foster the advancement of other lab member’s projects
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- PhD OR master's degree and two years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR bachelor’s degree and four years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.
- Laboratory experience should be related to area of assignment.
- Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- PhD in biology or molecular biology or a related field with a few years of research experience in a technical or research lab.
- Extensive training in adherent and suspension cell cultures is required.
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 Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.
The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world. Current information about the Center’s many programs and activities are available at The Carter Center
SUMMARY:
- Support the U.S. Election Project within the Democracy Program, including design and implementation of multi-faceted activities related to election reform and election observation, including partnership building, training development and implementation, budget management, fundraising, and monitoring, evaluation and learning.
- May conduct applied research, manage program publications, supervise consultants and interns, and other project(s) responsibilities as assigned.
- The Senior Program Associate will report to the Associate Director of the Democracy Program or her designee.
- Dueto travel requirement, Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) may be required.
FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Designs, implements, coordinates operational facets of a specific program and its related activities.
- Manages work plans that are designed to accomplish program goals and objectives, and implements changes for improvement and efficiency.
- Makes decisions on behalf of the program based on critical analyses of operational/statistical reports, financial data and budget forecasts, and outside trends and factors related to the program.
- May plan, administer or monitor the program's budget, financial management, and/or grants.
- Takes a leadership role on program-related committees and teams.
- May develop fund raising initiatives, including researching and identifying funding sources and writing and submitting grant proposals.
- Conducts program research and ensures that mandatory operational and statistical reports are fact-based and comply with regulations.
- Serves as liaison with other groups and organizations participating in the program or seeking knowledge of the program, and may write and give speeches/presentations at conferences, university functions, or before various boards.
- May supervise staff.
- Ensures that complete and accurate program records are kept and maintained.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in a field related to specified program areas and four years related program management experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of four years of program related experience in law, good governance, democracy promotion, voting rights, election administration in the United States or internationally.
- Knowledge and experience of voting and election issues in the United States strongly preferred.
- Strong writing and communication skills, familiarity with NGOs and project-based fundraising, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Microsoft Excel skills are required, and knowledge of CRM platforms is preferred. R and Python skills helpful.
- Experience managing large scale volunteer efforts is strongly preferred.
- Strong training and event facilitation skills preferred.
- A high level of personal energy, positive attitude, sense of humor and ability to work in a team setting are essential.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines. All non-exempt employees must reside within the state of Georgia. The Carter Center reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer
The Genomics Core within the Emory National Primate Research Center (ENPRC/EPC) at Emory University is currently seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Senior Research Specialist to join our dynamic team and support our laboratory in conducting high-quality genomic analyses. In this role, you will play a crucial role in assisting researchers with their projects and your responsibilities will primarily be focused on executing the library preparation and associated assays involved in producing high quality genomic and transcriptomic data.
While prior next-generation sequencing experience is a plus, the successful candidate will receive training in a broad array of techniques such as single cell sequencing via droplet capture, operation of advanced liquid handling robotics, spatial transcriptomics, and sequencing on the Illumina MiSeq and NovaSeq6000 systems.
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.
PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Prior experience working in a research laboratory conducting molecular biology assays.
- Attention to detail to ensure accurate sample handling and reproducibility of results.
- Skill in identifying and addressing technical issues and challenges that may occur in the laboratory.
- Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and follow established safety and quality procedures.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
- Work environment involves working with biohazardous blood and tissues.
- Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
- Work is normally performed in a typical laboratory environment.
Emory NPRC in conjunction with Emory University conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which may include an INA and criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications, drug screening, health assessment, requirement of various vaccinations (including COVID-19 plus one booster if job requires hands-on contact with animals/NHP). Employment is contingent upon a clear background screening.
NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.
The Task Force for Global Health, founded nearly 40 years ago to advance health equity, works with partners in more than 150 countries to eliminate diseases, ensure access to vaccines and essential medicines, and strengthen health systems to protect populations. Expertise includes neglected tropical diseases and other infectious diseases; vaccine safety, distribution and access; and health systems strengthening. For more information, visit www.taskforce.org.
The Public Health Informatics Institute (PHII) is a program of the Task Force for Global Health, a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization. Our staff is comprised of professionals in the areas of public health, healthcare, information systems and communications—all well-versed in the current and emerging issues facing public health. PHII is known for its expertise as a neutral convener of public health professionals and their stakeholders, transforming health practitioners’ ability to apply information effectively in order to improve health outcomes worldwide. Since 1992, PHII has assisted public health organizations in defining and leveraging the power of information systems to meet public health needs. For more information, visit our website at www.phii.org.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Leads efforts to ensure that information systems support enterprise mission and objectives.
- Works closely with departmental customers and administration to conduct business analysis and identify business objectives and requirements.
- Coordinates the development of technology plans and strategies.
- Manages, from a client business perspective, related systems projects.
- Ensures a high level of client satisfaction by monitoring the delivery of ongoing information systems to the enterprise.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
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Leads small to medium size matrix project teams that may consist of Business Analysts, Project Managers, Information Architects, and Data Analysts to complete quality deliverables within scope, on time, and within budget.
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Leads efforts to ensure that information systems support enterprise mission and objectives.
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Works closely with departmental customers and administration to conduct business analysis and identify business objectives and requirements.
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Coordinates the development of technology plans and strategies.
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Manages, from a client business perspective, related systems projects.
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Ensures a high level of client satisfaction by monitoring the delivery of ongoing information systems to the enterprise.
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Performs related responsibilities as required.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plans, conducts, and directs the analysis of business problems to be solved with automated systems.
- Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
- Partners with users to identify and evaluate systems and procedures which are cost effective and meet user requirements.
- Responsible for learning about the customers, their mission, needs, general business processes, and cultures.
- Responsible for communicating, sharing, and transferring knowledge to colleagues and customers.
- Develops and provides effective informational and motivational presentations.
- Conduct or guide training needed by subject matter experts to allow them to participate in PHII's Collaborative Requirements Definition Methodology (CRDM) projects.
- Work with project participants and other stakeholders to define concepts and work in tandem with project managers assigned to each requirements projects.
- Prepares for and facilitates current state analysis, future state design, requirements definition, and logical design sessions (trainings and workshops).
- Builds consensus among global partners and collaborative participants.
- Develop requirements specifications using standard language and according to PHII's CRDM, standard templates, and international standards, such as ISO and TOGAF.
- Develops and documents all project deliverables (e.g., context diagrams, task flow diagrams) using tools such as Visio and MS PowerPoint.
- Documents group work for use in published materials.
- Researches vendor, products/features in health information systems.
- Attends conferences/meetings and reviews literature in order to stay abreast of current knowledge and issues.
- Prepares and delivers talks at meetings and conferences on public health informatics related topics.
- Manages personal activities and deliverables.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS: In addition to the duties outlined above, the Business Analyst III will also be required to:
- Participate fully as a member of the Task Force for Global Health by contributing, assisting and participating in projects, activities, and initiatives as requested by management.
TRAVEL:
- 10-20% domestic and international travel is required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree and eight years of position specific subject matter knowledge and/or experience in planning and applying information technology to one or more business function or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in informatics, business, engineering, science or related field or Master’s degree in public health related field.
- Eight years’ experience specifically related to the position including (at least one year) in public health informatics.
- Experience in all phases of the IT lifecycle.
- Two or more years of experience working internationally.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and work-related priorities.
- Demonstrated strong professional oral and written communication skills.
- The ability to interact with both internal staff and external domestic and global clients with diplomacy and tact.
In accordance with Emory's compliance considerations, there are certain U.S. states and territories that we are unable to approve as primary residences for our employees. These locations include: U.S. States: New Jersey, Alaska, and Hawaii.
U.S. Territories: American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, Northern Mariana Islands, US Minor Outlying Islands, and US Virgin Islands.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
- Documents the delivery of care in the individual's medical records.
- Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories, psychosocial histories, health status and medical problems or potential problems.
- Under the direction of a physician, performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes.
- Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment.
- Orders, schedules and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and x-rays.
- Communicates necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patient.
- In collaboration with physician, arranges for consultations with or referrals to other medical professional or community services.
- Educates patient on health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, need for follow-up assessments/treatments, at home medical care, medication and other issues related to medical or health problems.
- Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.
- Attends educational in-services as appropriate.
- Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
- Maintains and updates current, accurate patient records including medical assessment, interventions, and evaluations.
- Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate care patient care plans.
- Prepares statistical reports and analyses of research projects and investigational protocols; reports on progress, adverse trends and appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
- Trains and teaches other health care professionals including students and residents in techniques and procedures unique to specific setting.
- Actively participates on organizational health services committees.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
- Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body, or Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- Licensed as appropriate in the state of Georgia.
- May require at least one year of direct experience in one or more high acuity clinical specialties.
- BLS, ACLS, and Healthcare Provider certifications required.
NOTE: Position tasksare required tobe performed in-person at an Emory University location; workingremote is not an option.Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients in the Marcus Stroke & Neuroscience Center (ICU) at Grady Memorial Hospital.
- Documents the delivery of care in the individual's medical records.
- Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories, psychosocial histories, health status and medical problems or potential problems.
- Under the direction of a physician, performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes.
- Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment.
- Orders, schedules and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and x-rays.
- Communicates necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patient. In collaboration with physician, arranges for consultations with or referrals to other medical professional or community services.
- Educates patient on health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, need for follow-up assessments/treatments, at home medical care, medication and other issues related to medical or health problems.
- Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.
- Attends educational in-services as appropriate.
- Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
- Maintains and updates current, accurate patient records including medical assessment, interventions, and evaluations.
- Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate care patient care plans.
- Prepares statistical reports and analyses of research projects and investigational protocols; reports on progress, adverse trends and appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
- Trains and teaches other health care professionals including students and residents in techniques and procedures unique to specific setting.
- Actively participates on organizational health services committees.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
- Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body or Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- Licensed as appropriate in the state of Georgia
- BLS, ACLS, and Healthcare Provider certifications required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- The ideal candidate would have critical care experience, ideally in the field of Neurology/Critical Care or any other critical care equivalent
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 Program Coordinator will be working on the Emory Healthy Aging Study and the Emory Healthy Brain Study (https://healthyaging.emory.edu/). The Emory Healthy Aging Study is an online longitudinal research study working to build a massive public health database to better understand how we age and age-related diseases. Participants from the Emory Healthy Aging Study are recruited into a sub-study called the Emory Healthy Brain Study, which is specifically focused on identifying biomarkers that can predict Alzheimer’s disease and other brain disorders. The program coordinator will offer administrative support to Emory Healthy Brain Study staff. This includes supply ordering and inventory, coordinating study activities, coordinating meetings and meals, managing mailing, processing payments and compensation, planning study and team events, and other various administrative tasks.
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: 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 Clinical Research Coordinator II role will focus on initiatives within the Goizueta Institute’s Personalized Brain Health Initiative. The Personalized Brain Health Initiative is aimed at leveraging the power of data to provide sooner and smarter care for brain health. The coordinator role will be focused on collecting biospecimens (specifically blood) at the Emory Brain Health Center and primary care sites to contribute to a biorepository that will be used for future research projects. Coordinator must be phlebotomy certified.
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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (optional):
- Phlebotomy certified, trainer experience, & proficient in Excel, REDCap and Salesforce
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:
- Manages administrative and research activities in support of a specialized program or research center.
- Develops plans for program growth and development and serves as a liaison to various committees or organizations.
- May oversee the planning, logistics and implementation of various special events such as lectures, seminars, conferences, or research projects.
- Participates in developing and implementing various program related communications such as websites, publications, multimedia or video productions.
- May hire and supervise administrative or research related staff.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in business or related field.
- Five years of professional experience in a related field such as business administration, research, or information systems management.
- Program or project management experience strongly 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.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Performs standardized and moderately complex biological, chemical, hematological, immunological, immunohemotological, microbiological, and serological tests in a research or clinical laboratory.
- May perform tests in one scientific discipline or perform selected tests in multiple disciplines.
- Provides guidance to lower level technologists.
- Assists in staff/student education by demonstrating procedures and participating in their orientation and training.
- Ensures the collection of acceptable specimens; may perform venipuncture.
- Evaluates the validity of test results and confirms results by alternative methods.
- Maintains accurate and complete documentation of patient information, equipment and test results to comply with regulations.
- Ensures scheduled tests have been completed.
- May perform independent research activities and assist in the development of new procedures.
- Calibrates, performs preventive maintenance, and troubleshoots equipment and instrument malfunctions.
- Monitors laboratory supply levels and assists in reordering and inventorying supplies.
- Complies with all relevant safety and infection control policies and procedures.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in medical technology, or a chemical, physical, or biological science.
- Certification by one of the following accreditation agencies: MT (ASCP), or categorical MT (HEW), MT (HHS), MT (AMT), MT (NCA), CHT (ABHI).
- Two years of medical technology experience.
- The bachelor's degree requirement may be waived for a medical technologist who was ASCP certified in the years prior to the bachelor's degree requirement by the American Society for Clinical Pathologists and a HEW/HHS technologist certified by Health and Human Services.
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options m ay be granted atdepartment discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote workstatus with notice to employee.
The Haynes lab for Chromatin Epigenetic Engineering is seeking bright and talented scientists to fill a Staff Scientist position of up to 3 years. This position is an exciting opportunity to work at the cutting edge of biomedical synthetic biology. This position involves a project focused on the design and use of noncoding RNA to control chromatin and gene regulation.
Staff Scientist Responsibilities:
- Completion of cell culture and molecular biology assays assigned by the PI
- Analysis of data using modern software
- Training new and junior personnel in the lab
- Assisting the PI with project management
Environment: The Haynes lab is part of the joint Emory/ GA Tech W.H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering. We are located in a new state-of-the-art facility in the Health Sciences Research Building. The space is furnished with benches, a dedicated tissue culture room, shared autoclaves and a cold room, and office desks located in a food-friendly area adjacent to the lab. Core facilities for mouse models, next-generation sequencing, flow cytometry, are located on the same campus. A state-of-the-art and microscopy core (including wide-field and confocal) is located in the same building one level below the Haynes lab.
Include in application: Please send as a single PDF document:
(1) a cover letter identifying which position you are interested in (postdoc or staff scientist) and how you expect the associated Responsibilities (listed above) to support your career development, and summarize how your background fits the Requirements outlined above;
(2) your cv (in academic format, no page limit);
(3) contact information for up to three references (one page).
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:
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PhD OR master's degree and two years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR Bachelor’s degree and four years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab
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Laboratory experience should be related to area of assignment.
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Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- PhD in molecular biology or a related field.
- Publication track record that shows strong evidence of data analysis experience/ capability.
- Strong proficiency in mammalian tissue culture, molecular cloning, chromatin analysis, and gene expression analysis.
- Outstanding proficiency in modern data analysis software (e.g. GraphPad Prism, R, etc.).
- Strong evidence of scientific writing in English.
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 Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.
The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world. Current information about the Center’s many programs and activities are available at The Carter Center.
RULE OF LAW PROGRAM:
The Carter Center's Rule of Law Program (formerly known as Global Access to Information) works in partnership with governments, civil society, and international and regional bodies to improve governance and transform lives through a meaningful right of access to information and justice.
Access to information is a fundamental human right and a multi-dimensional tool serving both governments and citizens. Enshrined in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the right of access to information improves governance and lives, making public administration more transparent and accountable and enabling citizens to understand policies, help determine public priorities, and use information to ensure the exercise of their other human rights, including the rights to education, employment, and a safe environment.
SUMMARY:
The Program Director leads the Rule of Law team and manages projects under the Rule of Law Program, with an emphasis on people-centered justice activities. Provides leadership, policy formation, strategic direction, supervision, and management for multi-faceted, cross programmatic project(s), including budget, financial, and administrative oversight of program portfolio, business development, and external engagement. Liaises, collaborates, and coordinates across the Carter Center, and with external partners as required, including donors, governments, and civil society. May conduct applied research, author and edit publications, represent the Center as a subject matter expert, and other project(s) responsibilities.
This position reports to the Vice President, Peace Programs.
Due to the travel locations, Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) will be required.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- The Director's primary responsibilities for the rule of law initiative include strategic goal setting and planning; budget and grant management, mentoring staff for performance; program promotion and fundraising; design implementation, and evaluation of complex, cross-programmatic projects; institutional management functions; report production; and networking. The Director may provide leadership on short-term missions to countries of interest, and expert analysis on issues including, but not limited to, governance, accountability, rule of law, justice, institutional strengthening, and civil society engagement.
- Lead the Carter Center’s efforts to promote more just and equitable societies that guarantee and protect basic human rights, engender respect for the rule of law, and promote transparency and accountability. Development of short- and long-term project goals and objective by analyzing strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and constraints.
- Plans, administers, and monitors relevant program budgets, including capital equipment, operations, and personnel by reviewing prior budgets expenses, regularly reviewing year to date expenses, investigating variances, and taking corrective action to control expenses at approved levels. Creates a collaborative environment for whole team annual budget and program review processes.
- Works with Development department staff to identify and secure opportunities for project funding, and support responsiveness to donor requests. Develops and writes proposals and reports, maintaining an appropriate liaison relationship with funders.
- Designs and implements complex, cross-programmatic project activities in support of initiatives and Center’s mission. Provides leadership on selected projects and short-term country missions, and expert analysis on issues including but not limited to governance, accountability, and rule of law.
- Represents The Carter Center and Rule of Law programs with internal and external clients, including visiting dignitaries, other organizations, donors and guests. Networks and promotes collaboration with other Carter Center Peace Programs and Operations, country offices, and represents the initiative on internal working committees, at conferences, task forces, formal or ceremonial events.
- Supervises staff in maintaining applicable project records and files, ensures proper orientation of new staff to SharePoint or other productivity tools in conjunction with human resources staff maintains appropriate documentation on performance and professional development of personnel.
- Writes and edits correspondence, briefings, publicity materials, specialized reports and drafts confidential correspondence. Initiates, organizes, and coordinates workshops, consultations and symposia. Writes and presents speeches as a representative of the Carter Center at meetings, conferences, and drafts speeches for Center leadership.
- Conducts applied research by gathering, analyzing, and evaluating information on various issues using documents, confidential materials, interviews and consultations with specialists, academics, and government and nongovernmental representatives. Supervises research of staff and interns as required.
- Manages multiple staff, consultants and interns through mentoring, coaching, and performance/results-based metrics. Responsive to diversity, equity, and inclusion considerations and overall staff morale. Responsible for overall project staffing and performance management.
- Responsible for program’s compliance with all organizational policies and procedures. Develops and recommends efficient procedures for the implementation of program activities.
- Promotes professional growth and development of self and program staff by identifying educational/training programs, professional organizations, activities, and resources to maintain knowledge of national trends and to promote leading edge expertise.
- Performs related responsibilities as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in law, political science, government, public administration, human rights, or related area, or a Juris Doctorate.
- Ten years of program related experience in democratic development, governance, human rights, justice, rule of law, anti-corruption, or related field.
- Five years of managerial and leadership experience at a non-profit or other international development organization, including multi- and/or cross-cultural staff supervision, building teams, business development, and project management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful candidates will have demonstrable prior senior management experience at headquarters or as an in-country Team Lead or Chief of Party on a multilateral or bilateral development project or program in accountability, governance, justice, or rule of law highly desirable.
- Concrete experience successfully navigating bureaucratic/administrative processes while providing guidance to subordinates that ensures adherence and encourages the development of new policies and processes to maximize development results, efficiency, empathy, and innovation.
- Demonstrated expertise in designing, winning, and implementing programs on rule of law, accountability, and/or governance for multiple donors (including U.S. government, other bilateral donors, multilateral institutions, and/or private foundations).
- Experience working in or with a counterpart government in citizen-led accountability, justice, and law enforcement (from a people/user-centered perspective) referred.
- Strong understanding of emerging issues, including but not limited to locally led development, sexual and gender-based violence, and environmental law and climate change.
- Preferred 15 years of experience in the field of rule of law, democracy, governance, or related programming, including in volatile and/or fragile contexts.
- Demonstrated ability to articulate a clear vision and set of objectives for a team/program and to adapt to changing program priorities and staff needs.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Note: This position is Atlanta-based and onsite presence is required consistent with the Center’s flexible work arrangement policy.
This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines. All non-exempt employees must reside within the state of Georgia. The Carter Center reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee
We are seeking a current master's or Ph.D. student with a solid background in signal processing and machine learning, and a deep interest in addressing current health research challenges.
Essential skills include a good understanding of machine learning and deep learning principles, proficiency in Python (Matlab proficiency is a plus), and prior experience in machine learning projects. The ideal candidate will collaborate with the PI and lab team to produce publishable findings and breakthroughs.
JOB DETAILS:
- There are a variety of physiological signals measured with modern clinical instruments that offer insight into patient physiological conditions.
- Research concerns about how to apply machine learning techniques to sift through physiological waveforms (ECG, PPG, EEG, etc) combined with clinical information stored in electronic health records (EHR) to advance medical research.
- Ongoing research projects in my lab include:
- Delineate Infant neural brain development using EEG.
- Early detection of acute coronary syndrome using multimodal data (ECG, PPG, EHR)
- Investigating PPG dynamics associated with vasal blood pressure changes.
- Paid position with a flexible working schedule
- Opportunities to be first author or co-author in future publications
- Long-term opportunity to continue as research assistant
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A current master's or Ph.D. student.
- A solid background in signal processing and machine learning.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Under 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 Qualifications (optional):
- Bachelor’s or Master’s (much preferred) degree in a scientific field related to biomedical engineering with a strong background in cell biology.
- Experience in managing teams and laboratories would be required. Also, experience working with stem cells, particularly iPSCs, would be necessary.
- Skills in synthesis of biomaterials would be beneficial.
- Experience and skills in 3D printing and bioprinting including digital design, 3D printing processes (extrusion and stereolithography), and post-print processes (crosslinking, tissue culture) would be a plus
Additional Job Details:
- Serving as a lab manager to conduct the regular and routine activities related to maintaining and operation of a research lab (ordering, inventory monitoring, scheduling, communications with the team, training new members, safety and maintenance tasks, etc.).
- The person will contribute to extensive ongoing iPSC culture works in the lab.
- Tasks include maintaining stem cells, running various differentiation protocols, and performing characterization assays on the cells.
- The person will be also contributing to the synthesis of biomaterials in the lab, specifically the synthesis of gelatin methacrylate (GelMA) and PEGDM.
- Works with 3D CAD modeling software to prepare the digital models for printing.
- 3D prints and bioprints the medical models using a variety of 3D printing systems.
- 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 presentations.
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 Operations and Maintenance department within the Emory National Primate Research Center at Emory University is currently seeking a full-time Facility Maintenance Technician Supervisor to join our team located in Atlanta, GA. The Emory Operation and Maintenance team maintains the safe operation and maintenance of building facilities which include electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems. We are responsible for operating and maintaining specific equipment, preventive maintenance activities, responding to customer needs, and repairing equipment. We rapidly and appropriately respond to emergency events such as leaks, floods, power outages, or any other situation which could adversely affect humans, animals, and/or research at the Center. This can include responding quickly and appropriately to remote notification alarms including animal housing temperature, pressure, and humidity alarms, laboratory freezer alarms, and other space condition and equipment status alarms.
Dedicated to discovering causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of disease, Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC) is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, EPC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at http://enprc.emory.edu
Collaborate. Innovate. Serve. These three simple words capture what we do at EPC to help advance science and improve the health and well-being of humans and non-human primates. If you are someone with maintenance experience, this is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Supervises the planning, layout and execution of projects and the repair and maintenance of equipment.
- Consults with faculty regarding specialized equipment. Maintains perimeter fencing, shop supplies and equipment.
- Supervises staff.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of experience in the repair and maintenance of a research facility, research or general equipment, or a machine shop, which includes experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude and passion.
- Team player who is willing to learn on the job and collaborate with center members.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
- Supervises maintenance shop personnel including HVAC Mechanics, Plumber Pipefitters, & Facility Maintenance Techs.
- Assures all shifts are filled; including at least two workers during normal business hours, and at least one worker at all other times.
- Schedules overtime as necessary to meet these requirements.
- Assigns and schedules work.
- Assigns work orders and preventive maintenance tasks to department personnel.
- Trains direct reports in maintenance department activities and responsibilities, Emory University policy, AiM computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), Siemens Insight building automation system (BAS), and other on-site temperature and humidity monitoring system.
- Responds to trouble calls and assigns appropriate personnel to the task.
- Responds quickly and appropriately to remote notification alarms including animal housing temperature, pressure, and humidity alarms, laboratory freezer alarms, and other space condition and equipment status alarms.
- Conducts routine inspections of facilities, including animal areas, to ensure mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems are in proper working condition.
- Works in high containment areas when necessary. This involves getting the proper vaccinations, wearing personal protection equipment (PPE), and attending regularly scheduled training sessions.
- High containment areas can include biosafety level 3 (BSL3) facilities, animal holding rooms, confined space, and others.
- Voluntarily fills in as after-hours on call mechanic when conditions dictate.
- Performs 2-3 rounds per shift on buildings and major equipment when working as after-hours on call mechanic.
- Monitors contractors as needed to ensure work is completed correctly.
- Involves working in the elements, cold/heat/rain/snow.
WORKING HOURS:
- 40 hours per week between the hours of 8:00—4:30 Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, and Fri.
- On call 24/7.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT:
Emory NPRC in conjunction with Emory University conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which may include an INA and criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications, drug screening, health assessment, requirement of various vaccinations (including COVID-19 plus one booster if job requires hands-on contact with animals/NHP). Employment is contingent upon a clear background screening.
NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.
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 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.