JOB DESCRIPTION:

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience preparing a high volume of federal proposal submissions in a university setting.
• Prior experience working with NIH proposals and Cayuse.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs.  The schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of the department of work.

Monitors, operates and troubleshoots the energy management system that controls the heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC) serving the campus.

This is a 3rd shift position; 10:30pm-7:00am either Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Retrofits, troubleshoots, calibrates, repairs and maintains HVAC systems. Provides preventive maintenance of direct digital, pneumatic, electric and electronic controls for HVAC systems.
• Diagnoses control system failures and takes corrective action. Notifies customers when alarms sound on their equipment or space being monitored. Tracks HVAC equipment performance issues.
• Prepares daily reports to document work performed. Reads and interprets blueprints and schematic drawings, including control prints. Adheres to OSHA standards and other applicable federal and state regulations when working with hazardous chemicals and power equipment.
• Uses personal protective equipment as required. Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent. Three years of controls experience OR completion of a formal controls training program AND knowledge of controls and HVAC systems OR one year of controls experience and five years of commercial or industrial HVAC experience.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC, electrical and electronics systems. A working knowledge of various computer software applications.
• Preference will be given to individuals with knowledge of Siemens, Johnson or ALC controls systems, completion of a HVACR program at a technical or trade school and/or a State of Georgia Conditioned Air Contractors License.
• 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 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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JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Investigate crashes using cutting edge techniques: Work with police and insurance to obtain access to crashed vehicles; measure and document vehicle damage using Total Station and field investigation protocols.
• Download vehicle event data recorder, locate, measure, and document crash scenes; reconstruct crashes using computer software; develop written summaries of crashes dynamics and occupant kinematics that are consistent with field evidence; record crash information in an online database; lead discussions and analysis of crash data during internal meetings.
• Lead police and EMS training and outreach activities.
• Coordinate with local and state police agencies to identify training opportunities and needs that align with team expertise.
• Present at conferences or technical meetings on research results and crash investigation techniques.
• Train staff in field crash investigation techniques as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma/GED, five years of experience as a police crash investigator and five years of experience as a crash investigator for a federal crash investigation program OR
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a scientific program and 10 years of experience as a field crash investigator.
• Must be certified as a crash data retrieval instructor.

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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The Department of Hematology and Oncology within Emory’s School of Medicine is seeking a Lead Research Specialist with experience in cancer immunology, molecular biology, and working with cell cultures, mouse models and/or human samples. The ideal candidate will have familiarity with cellular immune assays, flow cytometry, protein assays, and basic molecular techniques. The person hired for this position will work closely with post docs and students in the Dhodapkar group to accelerate the pre-clinical work identifying immune mechanisms and treatments in multiple myeloma.
Applicants with expertise in the following will be prioritized: human and/or mouse immunology, flow cytometry.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of specialized and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures.
• Uses independent judgment in applying or adapting scientific techniques.
• May assist in protocol design.
• Investigates and proposes alternative experimental procedures for consideration by a principal investigator.
• Assists in planning and scheduling research procedures.
• Analyzes and interprets results of studies.
• Demonstrates and trains others in the proper use/operation of laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Calibrates, troubleshoots and performs routine repair and maintenance of equipment.
• Reviews literature for related research developments and techniques and compiles findings.
• Monitors laboratory processes to maintain quality assurance standards.
• Records results of studies, compiles and analyzes data and prepares charts and graphs.
• Monitors the handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and two years of research experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

The Department of Hematology and Oncology within Emory’s School of Medicine is seeking a Research Specialist with some experience in cancer immunology, molecular biology, and working with cell cultures, mouse models and/or human samples. The ideal candidate should have a basic understanding of cellular immune assays, flow cytometry, protein assays, and basic molecular techniques. The person hired for this position will work closely with post docs and lab staff in the Dhodapkar group to support the pre-clinical work identifying immune mechanisms and treatments in multiple myeloma.
Applicants with expertise in the following will be prioritized: human and/or mouse sample processing, data collection and record keeping.

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.

Provides locksmith services to the organization by installing, repairing, inspecting, and recombining mechanical, electro-mechanical, electronic locking and monitoring devices and door hardware.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Makes new keys from duplications, impressions, and key codes from a variety of key blanks. Inspects, repairs and/or rekeys doors, cabinets, padlocks, electric panel locks, cylindrical locks, and mechanical and electro technical combination locks.
• Maintains records and files. Plans code set-ups, and cuts keys for Master and Grandmaster key locking systems for individual locks and total buildings. Communicates directly with customer to resolve issues within a timely and appropriate manner.
• Ensures compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains responsibility for receiving incoming/outgoing deliveries, monitoring personal work emails, cleanliness of shop and work area, answering phones, basic key duplication, and other tasks assigned by management. Perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent. Up to one year of experience as a journeyman locksmith or equivalent combination of experiences, education, and/or training is preferred.
• Must be able to pass the Emory police background check. Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Some positions within this classification may require the ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, stoop and twist and walk for a distance of up to one mile within a shift.

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.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• These positions will include a mix of human subjects work and wet-lab research involving rats.
• Human subjects work will include email and Zoom interaction with study participants, online data management, and some statistics.
• Laboratory-based duties will include hands-on care of rats, assisting with euthanasia and tissue harvest, processing frozen samples for biochemical analysis (HPLC), processing fixed samples for immunohistochemistry, general lab maintenance and data management, and more.
• Applicants must have a strong science background and some prior lab experience, but specific knowledge of methodologies to be used here is not required -- just an eagerness to learn, a great can-do attitude, and a strong work ethic. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a life science or natural science field.

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.

Reporting to the Head of Software Development, the Front-End Developer will contribute to the theming, branding and development of interfaces for the libraries' web sites, discovery products and the institution's preservation repository.

Emory Libraries requires that our employees recognize diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential core values to achieving our mission to enrich the quality of life in an inclusive work environment through competency training, reassurance of personal growth, restorative communication practices, and embrace our diverse identities of patrons within the Emory community.

The Library Technology and Digital Strategies department is seeking to hire a Front-End Developer I OR Front-End Developer II. The level of position offered will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Front-End Developer I:

• Develops, codes, configures and tests web interfaces that make services and resources accessible and discoverable.
• Assists in developing applications specifications and in providing support for customer applications.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

Front-End Developer II:

• Develops and maintains interfaces for products and systems that make services and resources accessible and discoverable.
• Implements and provides customer support of user interfaces.
• Assists in analyzing and resolving problems resulting from fixes and upgrades.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Front-End Developer I: A bachelor's degree in Information Technology OR two years of information technology related experience. Positions in this classification may require a knowledge of one or more programming languages and/or a knowledge of an application and application tools.
  
  
• Front-End Developer II: A bachelor's degree and three years of experience in front-end development, web design, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Positions in this classification may require a knowledge of one or more programming languages and/or a knowledge of an application and application tools.

Preferred Qualifications (Both Levels)

• Experience with configuring and maintaining Drupal.
• Experience with CSS, HTML5, Javascript and Bootstrap
• Familiarity with Blacklight and/or Samvera Community gems and applications.
• Experience working on Open-Source software projects or with remote collaborators.
• Familiarity and desire to work with agile methods.
• Familiarity with version control, test-driven development, continuous integration techniques and other development best practices.
• Experience working in a library environment.
• Evidence of capacity for professional development, involvement, and contribution.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as analytical and organizational skills.

Please note: This is a 3-year term limited position that has the possibility of extending beyond based on grant funding.

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.

Emory University's Central Office of Information Technology is seeking an IT Services Communications Specialist I to join their team.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• 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:

• Analyzes historical accounting data and other information to make projections which will aid management in short- and long-range financial planning.
• Coordinates action necessary to correct account balances and maintain proper accounting controls and procedures.
• Assists in year-end audits and in ensuring the accuracy of accounting data.
• Analyzes financial statements and prepares and analyzes financial reports to represent current and projected financial status.
• Projects future trends and prepares long-range operational forecasts and cash flow analysis.
• May assist in preparing, developing and monitoring budgets.
• May perform indirect cost analysis.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business management, finance or a related field and two years of financial analysis or accounting experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University location as needed.  Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Emory's Office of IT is seeking a Security Analyst II of Cloud Services to play an integral role on the Enterprise Information Security team. This position will be primarily responsible for working with the Enterprise Security and other Emory IT teams to identify, evaluate, and implement security controls for cloud services. This will mainly include Amazon Web Services, but will encompass all future cloud related activities. The position will be responsible for developing incident detection and response capabilities within cloud services, creating appropriate guardrails for users in the cloud environment to work within their space, and performing security reviews on systems being migrated to the cloud. This position will support Emory University’s migration of on-premise solutions to the cloud, and support Emory Healthcare’s adoption of cloud services.

As a Level II Enterprise Information Security Cloud Specialist, a candidate should have a solid IT background with some elements of cybersecurity knowledge, experience, exposure, and a curiosity to continue to learn more about it, and continue to grow in knowledge and skills in the subject area.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Implements, maintains and analyzes security infrastructure including Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Anomaly Detection Systems (ADS), firewall rule bases, Virtual Private Network (VPN), two factor authentication, SSL certificates, vulnerability assessment and network registration.
• Supports incident response, forensics and security procedures. Provides enterprise security guidance and recommendations to LITS management, users and other LITS teams.
• Supports Information Technology projects to ensure data sources and network entry points remain secure and network service disruptions are minimized.
• Supports security architecture designs and plans to increase security, meet future needs and to remain current with technology. Implements firewall rules to maintain network core security and to protect system information.
• Implements VPN systems to provide secure remote access and to ensure authorized usage.
• Implements two factor authentication systems to provide protection for sensitive information systems.
• Implements IPS, ADS and network registration systems to provide active network intrusion protection, locate compromised computers and to ensure systems in the residential network meet minimum security requirements and provide user accountability.
• Supports applications and systems troubleshooting to ensure proper functionality within the Emory Enterprise core network environment.
• Monitors IPS, ADS, firewall logs and system logs to detect and identify systems and malicious traffic.
• Implements firewall blocks and IPS blocks and initiates port level blocks to limit infected computer connectivity and to reduce and remove the impact on the Emory network.
• Maintains enterprise scanning infrastructure to facilitate network, system and application-based scanning across network cores.
• Creates and initiates network, system and application-level scanning to identify vulnerabilities within Emory Enterprise assets and cores.
• Provides guidance and assistance with new system and application implementation to ensure enterprise security policy compliance.
• Performs related responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree in IT or related field 

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• Two years of relevant IT experience which includes security analyst/support, firewall and intrusion detection technologies, project management, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• A working knowledge of TCP/IP and networking technologies and experience with the development and interpretation of security policies.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification is a plus.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Some experience / familiarity with various SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS services, but especially Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Some experience with various AWS services – preferably to include security-related ones such as, but not limited to: IAM, KMS, Security Groups, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, CloudWatch, Macie, Secrets Manager, Security Hub, Systems Manager, Inspector, Detective, Lambda, and Config (Rules and Compliance Packs).
• Experience and/or familiarity with concepts such as logging, SIEM, firewalls/WAFs, VPNs, subnets, ACLs/NACLs, penetration testing, encryption, automation, pipelines, code repos, and DevOps / DevSecOps.
• Some experience conducting detailed application, system, and network vulnerability assessments and/or security configuration audits would be a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is a plus.
• A keen interest in continuing to learn about cloud security with AWS and other cloud platforms.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University location as needed.  Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

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The Hope Clinic of the Emory Vaccine Center is an international Center of Excellence in clinical and translational research in infectious diseases vaccines, treatment, and prevention. The mission of the Hope Clinic is to conduct human research studies and clinical trials for infectious diseases of public health importance. The clinical studies encompass vaccines, treatments, prevention, community-based research, and laboratory-based translational human immunology.

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 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:

• Coordinates implements and evaluates clinical research trials, studies and projects.
• Provides direction in the development of research protocols.
• Recruits and screens potential study participants, and develops and conducts patient and family education accordingly.
• Oversees financial accounts to ensure operations remain within approved levels.
• Performs patient evaluations, administers medications and research instruments and provides nursing support to perform specialized diagnostic, therapeutic and surgical procedures.
• Makes referrals to in-house or community professionals and serves as clinical resource.
• Collects data, assists in developing data collection systems and compiles reports.
• May provide infusion duties.
• Assists in writing research grants, publications in medical and nursing literature, study materials, brochures and correspondence.
• Provides direction and may supervise other Research Nurses or other support members.
• 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:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Georgia and three years of related nursing experience.
• Must be credentialed through Emory Healthcare under the category of RN II.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Handles administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical trials.
• Provides guidance to less experienced staff.
• Manages research project databases, develops flow sheets and other study related documents, and completes source documents/case report forms.
• Interfaces with research participants, determines eligibility and consents study participants according to protocol. Approves orders for supplies and equipment maintenance.
• Assists in developing recruitment strategies and conducting screenings for study participants including interviews and questionnaires.
• Supervises collection of study specimens and processing.
• Establishes case packages for study procedures, monitors scheduling of procedures and charges, coordinates other services as needed.
• Ensures compliance with research protocols, reviews case report forms and audits for accuracy with source documents, attends monitoring meetings with sponsors.
• Prepares regulatory submissions.
• With appropriate credentialing and training.
• May perform phlebotomy or diagnostics.
• Performs related approved responsibilities as required.

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.

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.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The Mavigner laboratory in the Department of Pediatrics at the Emory University School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Research Specialist to join the team. The majority of efforts will be dedicated towards HIV cure research using the rhesus macaque model. Specifically, we are interested in using this model to characterize the viral reservoir during antiretroviral therapy and to evaluate novel molecular interventions for reservoir clearance and cure in the nonhuman primate model. Principal procedures involve blood and tissue processing, cell culture, flow cytometry and molecular biology.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A background in the immunology and virology of HIV/SIV infection is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required as is the ability to work as part of a team and with collaborators.
• Experience working with nonhuman primates is 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.

The Infectious Diseases Clinical Research Consortium (IDCRC), a National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) funded national and international clinical research network, is seeking an Administrative Director to oversee IDCRC operations and administrative activities. Specific areas of research priority for the IDCRC include coronaviruses, respiratory diseases, malaria and tropical diseases, sexually transmitted infections, enteric diseases and emerging infections.

The individual should have 10 years of significant experience with clinical trials, clinical research oversight and grants management. An MD, PhD, RN, MPH, or other related advanced degree is desirable. Experience with clinical research in infectious diseases is highly desirable. Experience managing a complex administrative academic organization is desirable. The individual will have multiple direct reports for finance, operations, human resources, communications and grants management. The individual will directly report to the PIs and leadership of the IDCRC and interface with the IDCRC executive management leadership team. A strong background in university processes, grants, fiscal compliance, multiple subcontract oversight and communications is essential. The individual will also work with NIH partners at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Division of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (DMID) and infectious diseases personnel under a collaborative  (U) grant  mechanism.

The IDCRC Administrative Director will also work with the nation's Vaccine and Treatment Evaluation Units (VTEUs) sites and subsites at multiple institutions in coordinating the work of the IDCRC (https: //idcrc.org/). The position will help oversee and facilitate IDCRC supported clinical research studies including the process of study pipeline development, concept workflow, discussions with DMID and other partners, coordination with our External Advisory Board and provide support of prioritization discussions of studies. The individual will facilitate coordination between the units of the IDCRC including the leadership operation center, clinical operations unit, laboratory operations unit, and statistical and data science unit. The individual will oversee budgets, grants and grants supplements, progress reports subawards and other grant management activities. The individual will help develop agendas for key leadership, coordinate and facilitate such meetings including with the external Advisory Board. The individual will oversee the IDCRC concept workflow.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Interfaces with NIAID/DMID, oversees coordination of clinical research studies and activities with the IDCRC components (LOC, COU and FHI360, LOU, SDSU) and other partners, oversees LOC, EMT and PI meetings and fiscal, unit (LOU, COU, SDSU) and sponsor calls.
• Provides significant oversight to the day-to-day management of the IDCRC financials at Emory which includes reconciling expenses, developing financial reports for sponsor, submitting journal transfers and retroactive salary transfers, reconciling with Research Administration Services (RAS) to try to align records, and developing internal budgets for supplements to track expenses for award and for the Program Officer.
• Manages the development of project proposals for each approved protocol which includes coordinating with the LOC Administration and units to oversee the development of study budgets, collaborating with each unit and with NIAID/DMID sponsors to create detailed budgets and narratives.
• Collaborates with PIs, LG partners, and unit chairs to develop budgets for core award, protocol funding and supplemental awards; interfaces with the Emory RAS and OSP for submission.
• Manages IDCRC communications to include the website, communication with sites and preparation of weekly reports for leadership.
• Assists in the management of network components (IDCRC and VTEU sites/subsites) and partners.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A master's degree in healthcare administration, business, finance, health policy, public health, or a related field emphasizing management and accounting and eight years of managerial experience in healthcare, research administration or related environment OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Documented successful academic management experience, both operational and fiscal, including prior Profit & Loss responsibilities.
• Demonstrated leadership in strategic planning in healthcare or research management, including resource allocation processes.
• Operational understanding of the academic setting and administration, its diverse constituents, and complex healthcare organizational structures.

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.

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

The Division of Research Services within the Yerkes National Primate Research Center at Emory University is currently seeking a full time Research Specialist to join our department. We are a team that conducts the hands-on animal portion of the research projects for numerous scientists. We collect specimens, such as blood or bone marrow, from non-human primates, assist Veterinarians with minor surgeries and administer experimental agents. Most of the research we are involved with is HIV vaccine research, but we also conduct studies involving other ABSL2 infectious agents. None of our work is lab bench work; it is all working hands on with the animals.

If you are someone with experience with specimen collections, administering drugs and data entry and are interested in working with a great team this is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community.

The ideal candidate should have prior animal experience. be motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude and passion for research. The Research Specialist will be a team player who is willing to learn on the job and collaborate with lab members and center members. The Research Specialist will work to ensure the highest quality of laboratory research support, has good communication skills with co-workers, the management team, PI’s, research staff, students, and other support services.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Under general supervision, performs a variety of research specimen collections and agent administrations according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules.
• Maintains records in a computer database.
• 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
OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training

PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with animals and collecting specimens
• Positive attitude
• Team player
• Flexible
• Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills

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 Animal Biosafety Level 2
• Requires the ability to bend, kneel, and/or squat

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT:
Yerkes NPRC in conjunction with Emory University conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which may include an INA and criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications, drug screening, and health assessment. Employment is contingent upon a clear background screening

This position will actively work directly with the animal population.

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.

NOTE: 1 year term limited, with the possibility of renewal. 

The Task Force for Global Health is an Emory University affiliate located in Decatur, GA. Its 16 programs and focus areas cover a range of global health issues including neglected tropical diseases, infectious diseases, vaccines, field epidemiology, public health informatics, health workforce development, and global health ethics. All our programs have an end goal in sight of eliminating diseases and protecting the health of populations. The Task Force for Global Health was recognized for its extraordinary contributions to alleviating human suffering with the 2016 Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize, the world's largest award of its kind. The Task Force is ranked among the largest nonprofits in the United States due to in-kind contributions of medicines and vaccines from major pharmaceutical companies valued at billions of dollars annually.

TEPHINET BACKGROUND:

The principal mission of the TEPHINET is: To strengthen international public health capacity through initiating, supporting, and networking of field-based training programs that enhance competencies in applied epidemiology and public health practice. In addition to this mission, TEPHINET provides administrative and management support to many international public health projects, some of which are related to the field epidemiology training programs.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Directs the planning, development, and operations of a program with the Task Force for Global Health.
• Collaborates with representatives from private, government, and international agencies.
• Plans, executes, and monitors program budgets, including approval of expenditures; prepares annual financial and program reports to external parties with interests in the program.
• May engage in fundraising initiatives on behalf of the program.
• Ensures that the program is in compliance with federal and international laws and regulations.
• Oversees program communications, including development of communications strategies, development of key program messages, production of print and electronic materials, and reputation management.
• Represents the program in various national and international fora, and actively engages with representatives from other NGO's for purposes of conducting research and designing new initiatives.
• May supervise program staff.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Directs the planning, development, and operations of project(s) with the TEPHINET program of the Task Force for Global Health.
• Works with the Project Management Team Lead and funders to define scope of a project.
• Documents project work plan/timeline, resources needs, resource expectations, key milestone dates and tracks project process.
• Creates project and budget narratives for grants, status reports for distribution to project team and/or external customers.
• Updates activities and modifies deliverable dates as needed.
• Acts as a liaison to partner organizations and all project related personnel and affiliates, with a high level of diplomacy and tact.
• Plans, executes, and monitors project(s) budgets, including approval of expenditures.
• Creates contracts for consultants as needed.
• Identifies subcontractors in countries and provides guidance on reporting, payment and the implementation of activities
• Approves expense reports and manages detailed budget.
• Works with the financial management staff to provide information for financial reports.
• Creates, submits, and processes invoices.
• Establishes and maintains regular collaborative contact with both internal and external stake-holders.
• Meets regularly with the project team to review all current projects and escalates issues to supervisor as needed.
• Builds and nurtures relationships with consultants and external customers by interacting through email, phone calls, meetings, and/or personal visits.
• Participates in problem solving and resolution of operational issues.
• Attends conferences/meetings and reviews literature in order to stay abreast of current knowledge and issues.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in field related to specific program as indicated and six years program related experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in a field related to the program
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Prior experience in donor and partner relations
• Excellent English writing and verbal communication skills; high attention to detail and quality
• Fluent in Spanish, both written and spoken
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills
• Previous experiences working on international projects

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home temporarily during the COVID-19 pandemic, with intent to return to an Emory University location in the future.  Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

Candidate will be responsible for performing the following laboratory maintenance:

• Restocking supplies
• Sterilization of lab supplies
• Media preparation
• Freezer maintenance, organization, and temperature monitoring
• Biohazardous waste disposal

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong science background and some prior lab experience preferred
• Previous experience in mammalian cell culture under aseptic conditions:
  • Processing human blood for isolation of PBMC and other derivatives.
  • Performing cytotoxicity assays.
• Highly organized and work well with other members of a team.

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 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 Program Associate organizes, coordinates and plans operational facets of the Democracy Program (DP) projects as well as the Office of the Vice President (OVP) projects in/on Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Works with relevant headquarters, project field staff,  consultants and external experts to achieve project goals. Manages relevant budgeting, grant and sub-grants, accounting, and program files. Monitors expenditures and may prepare financial reports. May write or develop project and budget documents, reports, speeches,
briefings, newsletters, promotional materials, grants or other written materials related to DP projects and OVP projects in/on LAC. May  assist in identifying funding resources and developing fund-raising strategies and initiatives. Prepares operational reports to assist in  effective decision-making. Conducts research and gathers accurate information to develop publications. Represents DP projects and OVP LAC projects at international meetings and conferences, and networks with affiliated groups. Provides limited administrative support, and assists in handling logistics for meetings, conferences and travel. May supervise employees, interns, work-study students, volunteers.  Performs related responsibilities as required. Due to the travel locations, Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) will be required.

FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Primary duty is organizing, coordinating, and planning operational facets of a global program and its related activities which include, but are not limited to the following:
  • 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.
  • Monitors and reports progress of objectives and goals of the program.
  • Develops promotional materials/venues, manages relational databases, and establishes/forecasts budget requirements.
  • Develops work plans to accomplish objectives and monitors progress toward their achievement.
  • Monitors expenditures and may prepare financial reports; may assist in identifying funding resources and developing fund-raising strategies and initiatives.
  • Prepares operational and statistical reports to assist in effective decision-making.
  • Conducts training, represents the program at international meetings and conferences, and networks with affiliated groups.
  • May write or develop reports, speeches, briefings, newsletters, promotional materials, grants or other written materials related to the program.
  • Conducts research and gathers accurate information to develop various publications.
  • May plan, administer, or monitor the program's budget or related grants.
  • May assist in developing and coordinating program-related conferences, conventions, or meetings.
  • May supervise staff.
  • 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in international studies, political science, or related field.
• Two years working on issues related to governance, elections, gender, human rights and/or related areas.
• Previous experience with international or citizen election observation is desirable.
• Strong collaborative problem solving and analytic skills, a high level of personal energy, positive attitude and ability to work in a team setting are essential.
• Applicants should be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Exceptional initiative and follow-through skills that deliver measurable results are crucial.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and very high facility with computers are a must.
• Fluent Spanish is essential.
• Prior living or working experience in a developing country is desirable. 
• Project design and management experience with an NGO, international agency, or government agency is a plus.

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.