JOB DESCRIPTION: - Under minimal supervision, the Assistant Scientist, Bioinformatics performs a wide range of highly technical and complex bioinformatics procedures. - Qualification for this position requires demonstrated expertise in designing and developing software, databases, and interfaces for analyzing and manipulating research data applications including expertise with simple programming using Perl/Python or Java, statistical programming, web-development, and database query through SQL. - This role collaborates with researchers to develop high throughput data processing and analysis capability. - Directs and guides database searches and the computational analysis of resulting data. - Provides direct technical support and helps guide, implement, and maintain further improvements to bioinformatics software, databases, and interfaces and works with the entire bioinformatics team to diagnose and fix related issues. - May assist in grant and other funding applications, as necessary and appropriate. - Demonstrated ability to function as part of a team. Performs other responsibilities as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - PhD in bioinformatics, computer science, biological or physical science and three years of experience. - Experience prior to achieving the PhD will be considered. 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: - 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. - Candidate should be interested in doing animal model studies and should perform animal memory and behavioral studies and neuropathology work 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.   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.

A new lead research specialist position is available in the laboratory of Renee Read in the Department of Pharmacology and Chemical Biology at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia USA. Successful applicants will join our diverse and collaborative translational research team to study the genetics and biology of pediatric and adult glioblastoma.   This position will involve carrying out experiments as well as acting as lab management. Our research program uses a multidisciplinary approach to analyze how developmental cell-signaling pathways interface with mutant variants of receptor tyrosine kinases in glial tumorigenesis and glial development. Our approach uses several brain tumor model systems, including human patient-derived human glioblastoma stem cells and tissues, novel human organoid tumor models, and genetic animal models of glioblastoma. Job duties will include experiments with cell culture models and animal models of brain cancer, handling laboratory equipment installation and repairs, preparing and organizing biological samples and reagents in the lab. The new research specialist will train with Dr. Read, collaborators, and senior staff, and will carry out projects and duties under the supervision of Dr. Read and her lab members. Members of our lab will have opportunities to learn more about therapeutics, neural stem cell biology, epigenetics, functional genomics, and bioinformatics in team oriented projects that involve collaborations with other neuro-oncology research groups in the Departments of Neurosurgery, Pediatrics, Pathology, and Human Genetics.   More information about the research goals and current members of the lab can be found at www.reneereadlab.org   Competitive candidates will have a background in neurobiology, stem cell biology, or genetics. Previous experience in neural stem cell culture, neuro-anatomy, Drosophila neuro-genetics, and/or related areas is preferred. The candidate will have the opportunity to obtain new training in bioinformatics and biostatistics, mentor students and other trainees, and contribute to manuscripts and grant applications. The preferred 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.   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: - B.S or M.S. with laboratory 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.

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. Additionally - - 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.  

A Steam Distribution Mechanic is responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of equipment on steam distribution lines.   JOB DESCRIPTION: - This includes steam trap stations, steam pressure reduction stations, condensate return tanks, steam-fired domestic water heaters, shell and tube building heating heat exchangers, and distribution line valves, strainers and other fittings. - Completes work orders and preventative maintenance orders to document work performed. - Communicates orally and written with department personnel and management for the purpose of receiving and advising on matters concerning steam system maintenance. - Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - A high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two years experience working on steam systems and/or piping systems. - Must have a valid Georgia driver's license, and an insurable driving record. - Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, stoop and twist. 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.   #LI-EMORY001

The Maintenance Mechanic II maintains the safe operation and maintenance of building facilities, electrical, and mechanical systems and plumbing.   JOB DESCRIPTION: - Reads and interprets blueprints, drawings, schematics and written technical documents of general machineries to locate area of trouble and complete repairs accurately. - Repairs and adjusts doors, windows, closures, panic devices and locks. Patches holes, installs escutcheons, repairs ceiling and floor tile as needed to maintain building appearance. - Makes minor masonry and wood repairs. - Installs pictures, coat hooks, other wall hung furnishings, and equipment as requested. - Responsible for operating and maintaining specific equipment, conducting surveys and inventories, performing preventive maintenance activities, responding to customer complaints, and repairing equipment. - May perform daily chemical tests on water systems and adjust chemical mixtures and feed rates. - Responsible for conducting surveys and inventories of buildings and equipment. - Enters data into computer systems and databases. - Maintains records and files; interprets applicable regulations and filing and auditing policies and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance. - Ensures compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures. - Practices all applicable safety regulations and uses personal protective equipment as required. - Responds to customer requests and complaints in a timely and appropriate manner; identifies and records need or problem and determines best approach to resolve situation following departmental guidelines. - Performs related responsibilities as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - A high school diploma and two years of experience in building maintenance, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. - Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structural, and general carpentry. - Working knowledge of computer or mobile applications. - Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record. - Some positions within this classification may require the ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, stoop, twist, climb a ladder, and walk for distances up to one mile. 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.

Maintenance Mechanic III performs all responsibilities of the Maintenance Mechanic II role and participates in the onboarding and training of all staff.   JOB DESCRIPTION: - Provides guidance to staff to ensure work orders are completed accurately and in a timely manner. - Assigns and schedules work. - Operates and maintains building facilities, systems and equipment related to plumbing, electricity, HVAC, and steam control. - Operates and maintains building equipment and systems such as vacuum systems, control air systems, building air systems, emergency generators, electrical distribution systems, liquid pumping systems, steam, air handling systems, hot/cold water systems and natural gas and fuel oil systems. - Performs related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - A high school diploma and three years of experience in building maintenance, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. - Working knowledge of commercial HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structural, and general carpentry. - Working knowledge of computer or mobile applications. - Ability to conduct hands-on training for others. - Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record. - Some positions within this classification may require the ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, stoop, twist, climb a ladder, and walk for distances up to one mile. 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.