JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Maintains software, hardware and information networks in a bioinformatics and molecular modeling laboratory.
- Analyzes protein structure, data collections and high throughput screening results with sophisticated bioinformatics software in order to carry out structure activity analyses and to generate predictive correlations.
- Applies a broad range of molecular modeling tools to formulate novel bioactivity hypotheses and to design stereospecific molecular structures as candidates for biological in-vitro and cellular probes, independently and in collaboration with synthetic chemists.
- May hire, supervise, and evaluate a small staff. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A master's degree in biology, biostatistics, chemistry, biochemistry, bioinformatics or related science or IT-based discipline; PhD preferred.
- Two years of bioinformatics and/or computational chemistry 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.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Leads in the design, planning, marketing, and administration of the Center for Women's delivery of resources, support, and over twenty programs annually.
- Conducts research, designs new initiatives, and collaborates with others to ensure programs remain viable.
- Monitors progress toward achieving established objectives and deadlines. Directs mission-critical office initiatives (Praxis, First-Gen Collaborative, Graduate Students, Women of Excellence Awards, Graduating Women of Excellence Ceremony).
- Manages the Center for Women's budget which includes preparing programming budgets and tracking project expenditures.
- Holds office in, or chairs, committees such as University Senate subcommittees, scholarship committees, and other Campus Life committees.
- Manages relationships with community organizations, campus departments, and faculty. Serves as campus resource regarding women's and gender issues.
- Represents the Center for Women at meetings, conferences, and other events.
- Develops and delivers presentations and lectures related to women and gender issues.
- Provides technical support by evaluating established processes, conducting training, attending operational meetings, and networking with affiliated groups.
- Collaborates with Belonging and Community Justice (BCJ) colleagues to deliver programs and initiatives including the diversity orientation module, ad-hoc trainings, and graduation ceremonies.
- Liaises with the Department of Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies faculty and staff.
- Supervises graduate student staff, manages graduate student payroll distribution, and assignment distribution.
- Responsible for the professional development of graduate students.
- Assists in the supervision of all student workers in the development of programs and initiatives.
- Advises mission-critical student organizations including Feminist in Action, Emory Women in Business Association, and HER Campus.
- Conducts research, writes publishable articles and papers, and presents at national conferences.
- Creates curriculum and designs programs that can be translated into courses.
- Designs and implements diversity trainings across the university.
- Directs the strategic planning, development, and implementation of Center for Women programs and large-scale initiatives.
- Oversees or assists in developing operational and statistical reports and assessments of programs.
- Ensures required records and documentation are maintained and provides human resources support; maintains organization of human resource files and program files.
- Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A master's degree in student personnel, higher education administration, counseling, or a related field and three 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 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:
The Associate Director, Annual Fund is charged with the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of individual donors to The Carter Center in keeping with the high ethical standards and principles of the founders and the organization. As a member of the Center's Major Gifts/Ambassadors Circle team, develops and implements strategies for management and cultivation of a portfolio of individual donors making unrestricted gifts of $1,000 -
$20,000+ annually. Provides exceptional level of donor-focused service, including timely and appropriate follow-up to receipt of gifts and donor visits. Writes and edits promotional and fundraising materials, both for print and online. Assists in the planning and coordination of special events and fund raising projects. Develops strategies for marketing new and existing programs. Researches donor histories to develop appropriate solicitation strategies. Assists in the planning, administration, and monitoring of the unit's budget. Designs and generates reports on revenue, donor retention, and other metrics as appropriate for strategic planning. The Associate Director may supervise intern and administrative staff. The position reports to the Senior Associate Director, Development, Annual Fund. This position requires travel up to 50% of the time to achieve cultivation, stewardship, and revenue targets. Due to the travel locations, Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) will be required.
FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Implements strategies for identifying, cultivating, and successfully soliciting individuals for gifts between $25K - 100K to support a department, school, or unit.
- Solicits gifts in support of the school/unit.
- Coordinates giving initiatives with central Constituent Giving office.
- Manages a portfolio of prospects through an active schedule of solicitation, cultivation, and stewardship calls to donors and new prospects.
- Builds relationships with current and prospective donors, alumni, and volunteers to support programs and priorities.
- May ensure the processing of gifts.
- Liaises with central advancement offices to monitor status of the qualification, cultivation, and stewardship of prospects to build a pipeline toward major gifts.
- Writes and edits communication materials directed at donors. Develops strategies for marketing new and existing programs.
- Maintains information on selected donors and prospects including contact reports in CRM system.
- Communicates in ways that are donor-centric, while furthering the mission of The Carter center.
- Travels to meet with donors as needed. May manage a program/event budget.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree and three years of experience in higher education, development, fundraising, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong interpersonal and long-term relationship-building skills are essential.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively in written and oral forms.
- Ability to understand and articulate the mission and goals of The Carter Center and its programs in a compelling manner.
- Excellent follow up and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with mass mailings and event planning preferred.
- High degree of competency with Microsoft Office software and Raiser's Edge constituent management system a plus.
- Active engagement in professional development and best practices for fundraising programs.
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. 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 Carter Center requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Responsible for post award processing of grants and contracts in the Office of Research: Grants & Contracts (RGC).
- Provides account management, reconciliation, and resolution for principal investigators and research support personnel within a department or school.
- Advises and interprets research funding awards, approve and/or monitor accounting and procurement expenditures consistent with regulatory and University practices, and provide direct support with accounts payable/receivable processes.
- Routinely provides policy and procedure interpretation to academic departments and assists in the preparation of reports to federal and sponsoring agencies.
- Other duties may include reviewing contracts, maintaining grant and contract files, reviewing invoices, monitoring accounts receivable and deliverable reports, developing queries and reports on the financial system, working with the division business managers to resolve contractual issues, communicating with sponsors, ensuring compliance with contract regulations and reporting requirements, and closing out contracts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- This is a central job, reporting to the Office of Research: Grants & Contracts (RGC).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in Business, Accounting or Finance and 4 years professional accounting experience or a combination of training, education and experience.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirement regarding post award administration, familiarity with NIH grant policies, procurement, accounts payable/receivable, and general business practices; knowledge of computers including experience with Microsoft Office software (Microsoft Word, Excel); excellent verbal and written communication skills required; customer service experience with MD/PhD research population is preferred.
NOTE: Tasks related to this position can be performed remotely with only occasional supported visits to an Emory University location.  Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.
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The Public Health Program Associate works with a vibrant multidisciplinary clinical research team at Emory Children’s Center – Vaccine Research Clinic on studies related to vaccines and the epidemiology of vaccine-preventable diseases. Responsibilities may include REDCap database design, development, and management; development of statistical analysis plans (SAPs) for clinical trials and epidemiologic studies; data collection, quality review, and statistical analyses for these studies; preparation of clinical study reports, abstracts, manuscripts; and presentation of data in relevant forums. Proficiency in SAS or R is preferred. This position does not involve patient interactions.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Under limited supervision, uses a basic knowledge of public health principles to analyze, develop, implement, and promote new and creative strategies and solutions to address public health issues and challenges.
- Addresses public health issues by providing education, technical assistance, advocacy, public awareness, and research.
- Works with programs or studies designed to evaluate the prevalence or surveillance of public health issues and the effectiveness of targeted interventions.
- May provide technical assistance to organizations to include presentations, web-based resources, strategies, and educational forums to address specific public health issues.
- May work with clinical study sites on patient recruitment and data collection standards.
- Assists with data collection and data analysis.
- Contributes to proposals, protocols, data analysis plans, reports, manuscripts, and presentation of study findings.
- May assist in designing, developing, and conducting targeted training initiatives.
- May collaborate with external organizations to develop action plans and goals to achieve specific objectives.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A master's degree in public health, a master's of science degree in public health or health education, or a master's in development practice from an accredited school.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated ability to work with various data platforms.
- Background in data and clinical research terminology.
- Has background in writing and researching of papers/manuscripts.
- MPH preferred.
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.
We are presently seeking a highly motivated individual Scientist to join the Proteomic Research Group within the Center for Description: Neurodegenerative Diseases (CND) at Emory School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA. Responsibilities will include work on a variety of research projects in quantitative proteomics in collaboration with members of the Emory CND. The individual will be expected to implement new techniques for mass spectrometry analysis to identify and quantify proteins from complex mixtures such as cell lysates, human/mouse brain tissues and plasma samples. In addition, the candidate will provide LC-MS/MS analyses, design SOPs, maintain equipment and provide annual progress reports to faculty. Other duties will include developing close working relationship with faculty in the CND that will shape and maintain scientific collaborations and contribute to peer review publications and research grants. The Emory CND is fully equipped with 7 state of the art mass spectrometers for discovery and targeted proteomics analyses.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- The Academic Research Scientist functions as a highly skilled contributor/researcher and has significant authorship on publications and advanced knowledge and expertise of laboratory and experimental platforms necessary to advance basic and/or translational research programs.
- Staff Scientists will have leadership responsibilities, and will oversee quality and training of other team members.
- Duties include designing, developing and conducting research experiments.
- Will have expert knowledge and skills specific to the related program and advanced knowledge of methods of analyzing data from experimental platforms.
- May assist in grant and other funding applications as necessary and appropriate, or with approval of the responsible faculty director, may have their own research projects and/or have full responsibilities for specific areas of a program.
- With approval of the leading Emory faculty member a Scientist may be the principal investigator on grant proposals. Performs other responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- PhD or MD and ten years of professional level experience OR Master's degree and fifteen years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.
- Laboratory experience will be based on area of assignment.
- Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.
- NOTE: Applicants applying with a M.D. or equivalent degree must be eligible for a Georgia medical license to meet the minimum qualifications.
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:
- Regularly scheduled to work nights.
- 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:
- Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant certified
- Completion of an accredited 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 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:
- 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.
- Parrticipates 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:
- Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant certified
- Completion of an accredited 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 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 tasks requiring engineering knowledge according to prescribed protocols.
- This includes integration of hardware and software for custom laboratory equipment and interfacing with engineering support at companies.
- Sets up and assists with experiments as prescribed by principal investigator and senior lab personnel.
- Ensures that adequate supplies are purchased for performing experiments.
- Participates in laboratory maintenance activities such as calibrating sensitive equipment, repairing electronics, editing data processing code, ordering supplies, backing up data on servers.
- Processes data according to defined protocols using specialized engineering software such as Matlab, LabView, Python, Vicon Workstation, SolidWorks, etc.
- Maintains records of work performed in the laboratory and maintains computer databases.
- Under supervision maintains appropriate certifications for performance of experiments (i.e. IRB, IACUC protocols and other lab certifications).
- Under supervision, writes custom computer code and scripts to implement new data processing methods, using matrix algebra, calculus, and differential equations, Fourier analysis, as well as other engineering analysis techniques; create accompanying graphs, tables, and other data compilation as specified by the PI.
- Under supervision, designs and constructs electrical and/or mechanical parts for research purposes.
- Uses specialized software for electrical circuit and mechanical design, construction of parts, and/or working with engineering companies to develop designs and ensure that design specifications are met.
- May assist with preparation of grants and papers. Performs other duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's or master's degree in Biomedical Engineering or related engineering/quantitative science field.
- Coursework in calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra as well as strong Matlab/Python programming skills required.
- Coursework in biomechanics, physiology, and/or neuroscience. Experience in biomedical laboratory research preferred.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, and ability to work with a diverse, interdisciplinary team required.
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:
**This is a central university office position**
- Supports and assists with installs and activations and repairs campus voice and data services.
- Responds to work orders (WOs) and trouble tickets to perform moves, adds, changes and installs and to repair interrupted service.
- Supports communications wiring installs, labeling and testing in accordance with internal IT and Industry standards.
- Interacts with Coordinators and customers to clarify work details and to troubleshoot issues.
- Utilizes automated tracking and management tools to update status, report details and complete work assignments.
- Interacts with customers to determine needs and issues.
- Assists with equipment demonstrations to explain operations.
- Interacts with Coordinators to initiate on-site changes to WOs and to maintain flexibility.
- Performs on-site customer walk-throughs to assist with developing effective WOs.
- Prepares for moves to support equipment needs, clarify instructions and gather resources (e.g., department staff, etc.). Assists with moves of communications services to provide existing service levels at new locations.
- Supports new voice and data connections to provide customers with new service.
- Interacts with Coordinators to update and change WO instructions.
- Assists with wiring installs to provide connections from communications closets to the workspace.
- Inspects communications closets to ensure security, safety and cleanliness.
- Evaluates communications closet configurations to recommend data switch port upgrades.
- Maintains FS vehicles to ensure safety and operability.
- Maintains campus emergency and elevator phones to ensure service levels and safety.
- Maintains personal FS toolkit bags to ensure tool functionality and to ensure tool bags are sufficiently equipped for meeting WO demands. Utilizes MySoft to update WOs and to document and track work status for meeting service level requirements.
- Updates MySoft records to maintain accurate and up-to-date information.
- Applies accurate prices for work performed to WOs to ensure proper billing.
- Closes out trouble tickets to verify issues have been corrected.
- Utilizes Microsoft Excel to build spreadsheets for data port assignments.
- Utilizes applications to print labels for phones. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma and one year of relevant IT experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Ability to bend, stoop, and twist.
- Valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
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:
- The PHII (Public Health Informatics Institute) Project Manager is assigned to PHII's projects that incorporate multiple activities or mini-projects.
- Ensures that all assigned projects are completed on time and within budget, working with the Project Director to ensure the projects meet their goals.
- Supports the senior executive team (Director, Deputy Director, and Business Unit Directors), Project Directors, and other team members in developing deliverables and sets an appropriate expectation level for these deliverables.
- Ensures external project participants (for example, grantees, partners, subject matter experts, and meeting participants) are engaged and are informed of the status and direction of project activities.
- May prepare financial and program reports as required by funding partners.
- May assist in writing grants and in finding new funding opportunities.
- May represent and promote their projects at various speaking engagements.
- Ensures that the projects they manage are in compliance with federal and/or private foundation rules and regulations.
- Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in a field related to specific program as indicated and six years of program related experience, OR an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
- One (1) to two (2) years of experience in creating project plans and experience in all phases of the IT lifecycle.
- Previous experience (at least 2-3 years) in public health, public health informatics, or health IT.
Project Implementation:
- Works with Project Director and project team to define the scope of a project.
- Documents project work plan/timeline, resources needs, resource expectations, key milestone dates, and track project process.
- Creates status reports for distribution to project team, and external customers, and for use in regular project status update meetings with Institute staff.
- Updates activities and modifies deliverable dates as needed.
Resource Management:
- Creates contracts for consultants/contractors as needed in collaboration with the Project Director
Approves expense reports.
- Manages detailed budget; including working with Communications Manager(s) to budget for project-related communications activities.
- Works with the financial management staff to provide information for financial reports.
- Creates, submits, and processes invoices as needed.
Meeting Coordination:
- Fosters PHII project team communication – facilitates internal team conference calls/meetings, ensures meeting minutes are created, provides status reports, manages action item lists and issues lists, and tracks parking lot items.
Technical Fluency:
- Becomes familiar with assigned projects/ understands project scope and strategy
- Attends conferences/meetings and reviews literature to stay abreast of current knowledge and issues
Risk Management and Mitigation:
- Proactively anticipates potential risks to the portfolio, and communicates them to the team.
- Working closely with the Project Director devises mitigation strategies for project risks.
- Conducts project implementation reviews to determine whether the project is on track, as well as to identify and troubleshoot problem areas.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITY:
- Participates 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:
- 5-15% of domestic and international travel is required.
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:
- The PHII (Public Health Informatics Institute) Project Manager is assigned to PHII's projects that incorporate multiple activities or mini-projects.
- Ensures that all assigned projects are completed on time and within budget, working with the Project Director to ensure the projects meet their goals.
- Supports the senior executive team (Director, Deputy Director, and Business Unit Directors), Project Directors, and other team members in developing deliverables and sets an appropriate expectation level for these deliverables.
- Ensures external project participants (for example, grantees, partners, subject matter experts, and meeting participants) are engaged and are informed of the status and direction of project activities.
- May prepare financial and program reports as required by funding partners.
- May assist in writing grants and in finding new funding opportunities.
- May represent and promote their projects at various speaking engagements.
- Ensures that the projects they manage are in compliance with federal and/or private foundation rules and regulations.
- Performs other related duties as required.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Project Implementation
- Works with Project Director and project team to define scope of a project.
- Documents project work plan/timeline, resources needs, resource expectations, key milestone dates, and tracks project process.
- Creates status reports for distribution to project team, external customers, and for use in regular project status update meetings with Institute staff.
- Updates activities and modifies deliverable dates as needed.
Resource Management
- Creates contracts for consultants/contractors as needed in collaboration with the Project Director
- Approves expense reports.
- Manages detailed budget; includes working with Communications Manager(s) to budget for project-related communications activities.
- Works with the financial management staff to provide information for financial reports.
- Creates, submits, and processes invoices as needed.
Meeting Coordination
- Fosters PHII project team communication – facilitates internal team conference calls/meetings, ensures meeting minutes are created, provides status reports, manages action item lists and issues lists, and tracks parking lot items.
Technical Fluency
- Becomes familiar with assigned projects/ understands project scope and strategy
- Attends conferences/meetings and reviews literature in order to stay abreast of current knowledge and issues
Risk Management and Mitigation
- Proactively anticipates potential risks to the portfolio, communicates them to the team.
- Working closely with the Project Director, devises mitigation strategies for project risks
- Conducts project implementation reviews to determine whether the project is on track, as well as to clearly identify and trouble shoot problem areas.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITY:
- Participates 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:
- 5-15% domestic and international travel is required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in a field related to specific program as indicated and six years of program related experience, OR an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
- One (1) to two (2) years of experience in creating project plans and experience in all phases of the IT lifecycle.
- Previous experience (at least 2-3 years) in public health, public health informatics, or health IT.
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 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 or 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.
DESCRIPTION
The Director of Engagement builds and lead a team of media relations, social media, public events, and communications experts who help ensure The Carter Center’s voice reaches key audiences via the most influential channels. The heart of the Director’s work is to ensure The Carter Center’s programs, leaders, and ideas are covered in prominent media and represented at global forums, helping build direct support for our work and advancing the issues essential for our success.
FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Builds and delivers a strategy to target high-value audiences that can significantly advance The Carter Center's peace, health, and revenue objectives.
- Tracks results to monitor reach and impact and uses data analytics to guide communications investments and activities.
- Leads a team of 6-7 people, plus consultants and agencies, who manage the day-to-day media relations and external engagement work at The Carter Center's HQ in Atlanta.
- The Engagement Team tracks key areas of the Center's peace, health, and mental health work, with team members working as subject matter leads embedded in program areas.
- Builds relationships with key media to help ensure The Carter Center's programs, leaders, and ideas receive strong and positive coverage.
- Leads the team responding to media requests and proactively targeting media around key moments and news emerging from our program work around the world.
- Arranges media visits to Carter Center programs.
- Preps leadership for interviews and arranges media and speaker training.
- Acts as a spokesperson as needed.
- Works with team to prepare and issue press releases and talking points.
- Positions Carter Center leaders at global forums and events to elevate their profiles as thought leaders and to get the Center's issues and ideas on the global agenda.
- Working with the Storytelling team, prepares speeches and presentations to help leaders make compelling cases for our ideas and issues.
- Helps prep and coach speakers.
- Integrates social media into the overall engagement strategy, using it to build audiences and amplify key messages and campaigns.
- Works closely with the Director of Storytelling to oversee social media strategy and operations.
- Helps mitigate risk to The Carter Center's reputation by playing defense against potential negative media and social media.
- Advises caution against rash statements, comments, or 'trap' interviews.
- Puts The Carter Center's values and integrity above short-term media exposure.
- This position involves regular domestic and international travel to country offices to take media to observe The Carter Center's work.
- Works closely with Health and Peace teams to ensure robust coverage of their work and help them use communications to deliver on strategic program goals.
- Works with the senior leadership to help elevate their profiles as thought leaders and prep them for interviews and speaking opportunities.
- Works with communications colleagues on the Storytelling Team to jointly deliver special campaigns, events, and key moments.
- Manages the Engagement team's budget to insure value for money of all activities and the responsible use of Carter Center funds.
- Maintains professional growth and development of self by identifying educational/training programs, professional organizations, activities, and resources to maintain knowledge of national trends and to promote leading edge expertise.
- Perform related responsibilities as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in journalism, media, communications, public policy, international relations, or a related field, and eight years of professional experience in journalism, media, or public relations, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Master’s degree in journalism, communications, public policy, or international relations.
- Knowledge of international development and experience traveling and working in developing countries is strongly preferred.
- At least 12 years’ experience at a media outlet, public relations agency, corporate communications team or advocacy organization.
- Strong management skills with a proven ability to hire, lead and motivate staff, consultants, and agencies to do their best work.
- Proven ability to engage with major media and get significant coverage.
- Proven record as a media strategist and builder of targeted audiences.
- Strong knowledge of media and audience analytics.
- Excellent writing, influencing, and presentation skills.
- Ability and willingness to travel internationally to accompany news media as they document our work.
- Knowledge of international development, especially public health and peacebuilding.
- Must be deadline- and detail-oriented, as well as a team player and a problem solver.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
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. The Carter Center 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.
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 Lead Research Specialist will provide technical support to Emory Glycomics and Molecular Interactions (EGMIC) Core, which is a part of Emory Integrated Core Facilities School of Medicine. The ideal candidate should be highly self-motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude and passion for research and services. The Lead Research Specialist will be a team player who is willing to learn on the job and collaborate with lab members and center members. The Lead Research Specialist will work to ensure the highest quality of laboratory research support, and has good communication skills with co-workers, the management team, PI’s, research staff, students, and other support services.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- 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:
- Prior training and experience with glycomics, proteomics or intact protein analysis.
- Prior experience with Biacore, ITC, MALDI or LC-MS.
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:
- Provides each Research Administration Services (RAS) unit with a dedicated staff member to provide guidance, quality control, and communication.
- Serves as a faculty advocate, RAS ambassador, and problem-solver with dual reporting to the RAS AVP and the local RAS Director.
- Collaborates with RAS administrators to identify problems and facilitate a timely resolution.
- Develops and maintains relationships with PIs, focusing on both the RAS contact and interactions throughout the research administration supply chain.
- Provides support to faculty to access and understand research administration systems and procedures (research administration onboarding).
- Leads and facilitates or assists in the resolution of PI problems or concerns.
- Serves as the key point of contact/navigator for multi-PI awards across RAS units.
- Coordinates communication for cross-cutting/collaborative proposals and/or awards.
- Proactively presents proposals for system/service improvements to RAS leadership, including the RAS process improvement Board (RAS Analyze Plan Implement Disseminate or RAPID).
- Serves as a liaison to ORA Dragon Team (devoted to continuously identifying, investigating, and prioritizing challenges related to research operations at Emory), as appropriate.
- Communicates regularly with RAS leaders and staff to ensure faculty needs and expectations are consistently met or exceeded.
- Communicates challenges, issues, and/or delays throughout the ORA supply chain.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree and five years of business management, research administration, or related experience OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to resolve complex problems.
- Excellent oral and communication skills.
- Superior problem-solving and collaboration skills.
- Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, and Cayuse experience preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with NIH and other agencies' pre-award proposal submission and post-award management duties.
- A strong aptitude for and a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with faculty, staff, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking and analytical skills; specifically, the ability to analyze/interpret data and make recommendations.
- Demonstrated process improvement and project management experience.
- Direct experience in one or more areas of research administration.
- Experience implementing business process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
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).
- 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.
- Knowledge of patient simulation, technologies, and applications.
- Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to simulator functions.
- Proficiency in MS software applications including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as Internet and database applications.
- 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 one year 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.
The Campus Services division of Emory University is seeing both an Electrician and a Senior Electrician.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Conducts general electrical repair work and troubleshooting.
- Performs preventive maintenance, installation services and construction work in accordance with organizational and national safety and fire codes.
- Reads and interprets blueprints and schematic drawings for material take-off and to complete work assignments.
- Installs new electrical systems, fixtures, equipment, wiring, and circuits in accordance with blueprint design. May repair and maintain fire alarms.
- Records kilowatt hour readings from monthly meter inspections to ensure accurate billings and accounting records.
- Takes the necessary precautions, in keeping with OSHA standards and other applicable regulations, when working with hazardous chemicals, materials, and power equipment.
- Uses personal protective equipment as required.
- Orders and obtains materials and equipment necessary for project completion.
- Utilizes electrical trade tools and test equipment.
- Ensures proper maintenance and safeguarding of materials and tools against theft or vandalism.
- Troubleshoots and repairs fixtures and components of electrical systems.
- Performs visual inspections, pinpoints faulty parts and repairs electrical equipment.
- Drives utility vehicles to and from work sites; is responsible for their safety, maintenance and cleanliness.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
In addition, the SENIOR ELECTRICIAN:
- Coordinates and conducts general electrical repair work and troubleshooting; performs preventive maintenance, installation services and construction work in accordance with organizational and national safety and fire codes.
- May repair and maintain fire alarms.
- Performs related responsibilities as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Four years of electrical work experience.
- May require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.
- Some positions within this classification may require CPR certification upon employment.
In addition, the SENIOR ELECTRICIAN MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Five years electrical work experience.
- Must have a State of Georgia Class II Electrical Contractors License.
- Some positions within this classification may require 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.
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Responsible for evaluation of engineering control systems, coordinating with University entities to assure laboratories are properly maintained, participating in laboratory design review, construction oversight, and commissioning assistance.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Reporting to the Director of Engineering Services, this position is responsible for engineering oversight of high containment laboratory systems (Biosafety Safety Level 3 and Animal Biosafety Level 3) as well as engineering and controls for Biosafety Level 2 laboratories.
- Develops a consistent management routine to review the BAS controls graphics and fault detection programs to look for potential disruption in functions.
- Reviews and advises FM team related to Preventative Maintenance tasks for each lab.
- Reviews completed PMs for adequacy and timeliness. Tracks repairs of equipment and systems.
- Coordinates FM activities related to the annual maintenance shutdown for high containment labs. Maintains detailed and accurate project records including testing protocols, trend data, and reports.
- Works to support rational and beneficial energy conservation in lab HVAC operations.
- Collaborates with members of the Emory community including Environmental Health and Safety, School of Medicine, Emory College and Facilities Management staff.
- Provides technical assistance to Yerkes National Primate Center and Emory University Hospital related to labs and ventilation strategies as requested.
- Serves on relevant University research related committees including Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC).
- Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in engineering or lab related science degree from an ABET accredited program and ten years of related work experience.
- General knowledge of building codes and state and federal regulations.
- Working knowledge of laboratory design and Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL).
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities.
- Required to wear personal protective equipment where necessary.
- A Professional Engineer license in the State of Georgia is preferred.
- Prefer active membership of the International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (I2SL) organization, both Georgia Chapter and National organization.
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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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.
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.