JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Under general supervision, performs a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules.
• Sets up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator.
• May be required to participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as sterilization and cleaning of equipment, ordering of supplies, inventory and media preparation.
• Maintains records, files and logs of work performed in laboratory notebooks and computer databases.
• Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants and seminar presentations.
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
• Performs related responsibilities as required by principal investigator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with analytical Chemistry
• Candidates possessing experience with analytical instruments such as HPLC and Mass Spectrometer are preferred
• Proficieny with Microsoft Excel

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 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:

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

(1.) High School Diploma or GED and five years of clinical research experience. OR

(2.) Two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and three years clinical research experience OR

(3.) Licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and two years clinical research experience OR

(4.) Bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related, or business administration related program and one year of clinical research experience OR

(5.) Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program

This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of CLINICAL RESEARCHER.

NOTE: Position tasks are 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.

This is a central university department job, reporting to the Office for Clinical Research (OCR). Responsibilities may include pre-award budget development and negotiation for non-federal studies or post-award invoicing and monitoring of industry sponsored clinical trials.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.
• Manages highly complex trials to ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor guidelines.
• Works collaboratively with investigators, clinical research coordinators, and ancillary departments to identify all the costs associated with a research study.
• Negotiates the budget with the sponsor and/or contract research organization to cover all of Emory's costs to conduct the study.
• Reviews and interprets the Prospective Reimbursement Analysis (PRA) to ensure all billable items and services needing to be billed to the grant are included on the PRA and in the study budget.
• Performs a detailed analysis of industry clinical trial accounts for invoicing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• Performs audits on complex trials and closed accounts when analysis requires an in-depth evaluation.
• Is responsible for processing checks and notifications of ACH wire transfers.
• Serves as a technical specialist and preceptor to staff in orientation and in need of training reinforcement in all functions including billing review, contract interpretation, and research billing compliance.
• May participate in cross-functional, multi-disciplinary OCR work teams based upon institutional and departmental priorities and perform other pre and post-award responsibilities, as needed.
• Effectively prioritizes tasks, and follows-up to ensure completion of studies in a compliant and timely manner.
• Effectively applies continuous quality improvement methods in daily operations.
• Utilizes and integrates data from multiple financial and clinical databases and software applications including: Compass, EPEX, Emory Express, DOCLink, ERMS, eIRB, GE Centricity, Health Quest, MicroStrategy, and OnCore.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or Healthcare related field and five years of experience in research administration or a health-related field which includes three years of clinical research experience.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered for candidates without a bachelor's degree.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Completion of the EHC Quality Academy course within 2 years of hire/promotion.
• If post-award responsibilities, completion of Emory Business Intelligence and Research Administration at Emory (RAE) courses/certification within 2 years of hire/promotion.
• If trainer/mentor responsibilities, completion of Train the Trainer and Mentor Program at Emory classes at next scheduled class but within 2 years of hire/promotion.
• Excellent customer service skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATONS:

• Emory Clinical Research Coordinator experience
  Database/software experience, e.g. OnCore, Epic
• Study budget development and negotiation

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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Develops and manages a comprehensive, risk-based Quality Assurance (QA) program encompassing all aspects of the Office of Clinical Research (OCR) operational and compliance processes, leading to highly effective and efficient processes designed to ensure data and service quality throughout all OCR teams.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Assists with the optimal application of Federal, State, and local laws, guidance documents, Emory University Institutional policies, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) policies and procedures while meeting the objectives of the Emory University research community.
• Consults on complex research and regulatory issues in conjunction with the team(s) to identify solutions and develop improvement processes.
• Researches topics of departmental, institutional or strategic importance.
• Serves as the central resource for the research community to provide expertise and guidance on complex issues, operational goals, business strategies, ethical considerations, regulatory mandates, and institutional policies related to human research protections.
• Develops and facilitates training programs to accomplish goals.
• Plans and conducts independent audits to assess compliance with regulations, guidelines, institutional policies, and operating procedures for the purpose of preventing and detecting inaccuracies and mismanagement, while promoting accountability and efficiency within OCR teams.
• Prepares and distributes report of findings to the Executive Director and appropriate members of the Leadership Team.
• Facilitates and tracks corrective action plans, in support of management, to foster completion and achieve compliance.
• Thoroughly reviews complex study protocols and Informed Consent Documents (ICDs) to identify all Emory Healthcare (EHC) and/or Grady billable items and services required of the study which might generate a CPT code that requires a Prospective Reimbursement Analysis (PRA) to ensure research billing compliance.
• Reviews Clinical Trial and Applicable Clinical Trial Determination Criteria for studies to ensure compliance with FDA, ICMJE, NIH, and Emory University policies and guidelines.
• Facilitates and manages ClinicalTrials.gov activities associated with Emory-sponsored, investigator-initiated research studies.
• Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, operational functions across all OCR teams to ensure regulatory and institutional compliance with OCR operational functions including timely access to clinically relevant research information for research participants to promote patient safety; CMS regulations for billing items and services for clinical trials; budget coverage and recovery of costs for industry-sponsored clinical trials; FDAAA, NIH, and ICMJE requirements for Emory-Sponsored and Investigator-Initiated research studies; and mandatory training of investigators and coordinators conducting FDA-regulated clinical trials at Emory.
• Works collaboratively and develops effective working relationships with investigators, key study personnel, and OCR staff to accomplish these goals.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and five years of experience in research administration or a health-related field which includes direct research nurse or clinical research coordinator experience, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong project management, facilitative leadership, analytical, critical thinking and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of clinical processes, medical terminology, and the clinical research and grant life cycle.
• Experience in an academic environment and knowledge of quality assurance and process improvement methodologies are preferred.
• Certification in Healthcare Research Compliance through the Health Care Compliance Association is strongly preferred within five years of hire.
• Knowledge of Emory's ERMS, OnBase, EPEX, Compass, Clinical Data Warehouse, OnCore, PowerTrials, PowerChart, ClinicalTrials.gov, RedCap, CITI, and eIRB systems are highly desirable.
• Proficient working knowledge of Excel, Access databases, and Microsoft office.

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.

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:

• Handles or assists with administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical trials.
• Maintains data pertaining to research projects, completes source documents/case report forms, and performs data entry.
• Assists with patient recruitment.
• Attends study meetings.
• Orders and maintains equipment and supplies.
• Reviews medical records and/or conducts screenings for recruitment of study participants, performs interviews and QOL questionnaires.
• Collects study specimen according to protocol which may include phlebotomy, processing, and preparation for shipping.
• Coordinates services, schedules procedures, creates and maintains case packages, and monitors charges.
• Assists with quality assurance and tracks regulatory submissions.
• Performs related approved responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

(1.) High School Diploma or GED and three years of administrative support experience OR

(2.) Two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and one year of admin support or customer service experience OR

(3.) Licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and one year admin support or one year of licensed practical nursing experience OR

(4.) Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program.

This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of CLINICAL RESEARCHER.

NOTE: 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 Project Coordinator supports recruitment and enrollment efforts of the Emory All of Us Research Program.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Manages a project.
• Coordinates the strategic planning process and monitors progress toward achieving project goals.
• Assists in developing, administering and monitoring project related budgets.
• Coordinates logistical arrangements for related conferences, conventions or meetings.
• May assist in identifying funding resources and in developing funding strategies and initiatives.
• Develops and generates various operational and statistical reports.
• Represents and promotes the project at various speaking engagements.
• May write grants, reports, briefings, newsletters, promotional or other written material related to the project.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• Recruits, screens, identifies, contacts, and interviews participants to obtain data for assigned research projects. Phone recruitment with required goals.
• Schedules appointments, obtains consent forms, explains the study to the participant and collects data.
• Monitors blood pressure and heart rate and may take vital signs and height/weight measurements.
• Collects study specimens according to protocol which may include blood, saliva, or urine samples from participants, processing, and preparation for shipping.
• Coordinates the data collection process.
• Maintains data pertaining to research projects, completes source documents/case report forms, and performs data entry including coding and entering data into a database.
• Attends study meetings.
• Must work well in a team environment.
• This is an exempt, in-person position and may require some work on weekends and evenings. Also may require travel around the Atlanta area to All of Us enrollment sites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of related project management experience, or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent phlebotomy skills preferred.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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This position is located in the central Office of Sponsored Programs 

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

• Provides assistance to faculty and staff in preparing standard grant applications and routine proposals for funding agencies and sponsors.
• Interacts with funding agencies, faculty and staff to resolve guideline, grant management, and proposal issues and to determine award status.
• Prepares Notice of Award Acceptance documents; ensures accuracy of administrative and financial award information.
• Responds to agency, faculty or staff requests for additional information and/or clarification.
• Processes standard agreements and subcontracts with sponsors.
• Reviews basic contract terms/conditions and seeks guidance from supervisors or General Counsel, as needed and applicable.
• Coordinates getting required approvals or certifications from the appropriate organizational committees such as the Institutional Review Board and the Institutional Animal Use and Care Committee; ensures funding agencies receive required approval letters.
• Ensures all compliance and regulatory requirements have been met as required by law, institutional or agency policies.
• Maintains required records.
• Handles non-financial post-award activities such as obtaining final statements/reports from faculty and forwarding them to the appropriate agency, and assisting in transfer of awards for relocating researchers.
• Assists in organizing and conducting educational seminars/workshops for faculty and staff.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in business management, applied science or a related field and 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

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.

This is a Regular part-time (hourly) position for up to 10% FTE. Anticipate 2-5 hours per week, variable depending on FDA regulatory requirements for an ongoing IND-investigator/sponsor multi-center phase 3 clinical trial.
Expertise in FDA regulatory activities a pre-requisite, with working knowledge of ongoing Sickle Cell Disease Treatment with Arginine therapy (STArT) trial. Will manage research project regulatory documentation, submit IRB documents as needed, review CRFs, maintain study site 1572s, 1571, review DOAs, interact with FDA as needed and Data Coordinating Center (university of Utah), participate in virtual study steering committee meetings and working clinical coordinating center - DCC scheduled meetings (up to 1-2 hour meetings weekly), ensure compliance with research protocols, review case reports and audits for accuracy with source documents, attend monitoring meetings with sponsors as needed, prepare regulatory submissions, preforms related approved responsibilities. Hours flexible except pre-scheduled team meetings/steering committee meetings.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Recruits, orients, and supervises research administration staff or independently manages the most complex research administration activities associated with the conduct of clinical trials.
• Manages a large or multiple smaller clinical research projects.
• Manages clinical trials related information systems.
• Supervises the implementation of and adherence to study protocols.
• Monitors expenditures and adherence to study budgets and resolves
• CAS issues.
• Educates research staff on established policies, processes and procedures.
• Determines effective strategies for promoting/recruiting research participants and retaining participants in long term clinical trials.
• Periodically audits operations including laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations; provides leadership in identifying and implementing corrective actions/processes.
• Plans, identifies, and handles study related equipment and facilities needs. Provides leadership and expertise in identifying and completing research grants, study materials, brochures and correspondence.
• Develops and submits grant proposals.
• Leads or chairs committees or task forces to address and resolve significant issues.
• Performs related approved responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• (1.) High School Diploma or GED and nine years of clinical research experience. OR
• (2.) Two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and seven years clinical research experience OR
• (3.) Licensed as a Practical Nurse (LPN) and six years clinical research experience OR
• (4.) Bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related or business administration program and five years of clinical research experience OR
• (5.) Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and two years of clinical research experience Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) preferred.

This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of CLINICAL RESEARCHER.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home 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.

The Neuroimaging Core at the Marcus Autism Center, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University School of Medicine is seeking a highly qualified Research Scientist with an interest in imaging processing of infant magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The ideal candidate will have analytic/statistical skills to analyze infant MRI for image preprocessing, graph-theoretic network analysis and brain tissue segmentation.

Eligible candidate should have training in biomedical engineering, computer science/computer engineering or bioinformatics, with solid experience in MR imaging processing. The candidate will have the opportunity to work with a team of MRI scientists, social neuroscientists and pediatric neuroradiologists and to attend national or international conferences/workshops. The main job duties include i) developing processing pipelines for structural, diffusion and resting-state functional MRI data in infants; ii) assisting other Principal Investigators with developing algorithms for graph-theoretic analyses and brain tissue segmentation; and iii) involving in manuscript preparation and grant writing.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Develops biochemical and cell-based assays, with the use of such assays to perform high throughput screening of small molecule libraries.
• Develops and executes lower throughput biochemical or cell-based assays for structural optimization of hit compounds.
• Hands-on bench scientist.
• Communicates with biomedical investigators and medicinal chemists.
• Supervises senior technicians.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree and 7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of experience, education and training. Strong technical background.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Expertise in MRI data processing, which include MRI basics, imaging processing and brain networks. Prior programming experience is strongly recommended, with coding experience in MATLAB, Python, and/or Linux bash scripting.

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.

The Division of Palliative Medicine conducts clinical research studies to determine the impact of palliative interventions for people living with serious illness and their families. Current research addresses support for caregivers of people with cancer, early palliative care for individuals with lung cancer, and palliative care for adults with cystic fibrosis and their caregivers.

This position will support study operations and participant engagement for palliative care studies. This CRC will take primary responsibility for day to day operations of a new clinical trial and will support projects in the division by building and maintaining research databases (e.g. REDCap). Candidates must have proficiency in REDCap and Excel, and preferably basic statistical analysis skills. Ideal candidate will have familiarity with serious illness, experience with clinical research (e.g., participant recruitment, research operations, administering surveys, data entry) and have strong organizational skills. Ability to communicate proactively and effectively with study participants, team members, and clinicians is essential.

 JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Build and maintain research databases in coordination with principal investigators
• Screen medical records to identify patients matching study criteria
• Create and maintain accurate and complete study records for participants
• Recruit participants, explaining the study and participant rights as well as answering questions about palliative care
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate with clinical team
• Represent study on clinical team meetings
• Pay participant honoraria and maintain detailed payment records
• Monitor participants’ progress in study and issue reminders about upcoming deadlines
• Conduct chart reviews and enter participant data
• Participate actively in study team meetings
• Work proactively with study operations director to identify and resolve possible challenges
• Perform routine quality assurance checks and assist with regulatory submissions
• Assist in other research and operations tasks as required
• Conduct qualitative interviews with study participants
• Participate in basic research analysis (e.g. descriptive statistics, template analysis)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

(1.) High School Diploma or GED and five years of clinical research experience. OR

(2.) Two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and three years clinical research experience OR

(3.) Licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and two years clinical research experience OR

(4.) Bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related, or business administration related program and one year of clinical research experience OR

(5.) Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program

This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of CLINICAL RESEARCHER.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Master's degree in a scientific, health related or business administration program
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Experience in database construction and maintenance
• Experience in research recruitment and operations
• Ability to work effectively in teams and on self-directed tasks

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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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.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Research Administration Services (RAS) and fiscal leaders of schools, departments, or divisions served, manages, leads, and supervises staff performing pre- and post-award activities for the sponsored research portfolio for an assigned school, department, or division.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Oversees the hiring, training, and supervision of all team members, including the assignment of goals and tasks, and the successful completion of the same.
• Works closely with Emory University's Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements to which grants and contracts are subject to and to confirm that all pre-award activities are handled accordingly.
• Interacts collaboratively with administrators within Emory University's Finance: Grants and Contracts (FGC) to ensure all post-award activities are processed appropriately.
• Works actively to resolve conflicts between Principal Investigators (PIs) and team members promptly and satisfactorily.
• Provides consistent and standardized reports to leadership and stakeholders on a regular basis and ad hoc reports, as needed.
• Performs other relevant duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and seven years of experience in grants and contracts management, or related field.
• Master's degree is strongly preferred.
• Previous supervisory and management experience is required.
• A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A master’s degree
• Clinical trials management experience (strongly preferred)
• At least seven years’ experience managing a team of direct reports with a proven track record of fostering teamwork, showing appreciation of diversity as well as creating cohesiveness, supportiveness, and working effectively together to enable fellow team members and the department research faculty to succeed
• NIH and other agencies pre-award proposal submission and post-award management duties
• Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, and Cayuse experience
• Experience at a large research institution where the volume and complexity of the proposal and award portfolio is similar to Emory
• Experience working in a matrixed leadership environment

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• (1.) High School Diploma or GED and five years of clinical research experience. OR
• (2.) Two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and three years clinical research experience OR
• (3.) Licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and two years clinical research experience OR
• (4.) Bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related, or business administration related program and one year of clinical research experience OR
• (5.) Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program

This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of CLINICAL RESEARCHER.

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

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Under general supervision, performs a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules.
• Sets up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator.
• May be required to participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as sterilization and cleaning of equipment, ordering of supplies, inventory and media preparation.
• Maintains records, files and logs of work performed in laboratory notebooks and computer databases.
• Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants and seminar presentations.
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
• Performs related responsibilities as required by principal investigator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

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

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.

JOB SPECIFIC INFORMATION:

• Provides monitoring services for ongoing clinical trials, monitors studies using the unit, and monitors compliance with policies and provides operational reports on all of these activities.

• Will develop and write reports, proposals and abstracts related to pediatric clinical research and CTSA activities.

• Acts as a resource to pediatric investigators and coordinators through their knowledge of competency in all regulatory requirements (CTSA, IRB, FDA, GCP, ICH and HIC).

• Collaborates with all the institutions within the CTSA and develop programs to expand pediatric investigator engagement in CTSA programs and resources.

• Supports pediatric investigators through their knowledge of Emory and Children’s processes for clinical trials, clinical studies including studies requiring an IND and IDE.

• Plans protocols, develop policies and establish standards for the research unit.

• Orders supplies for the unit (i.e., gloves, masks, etc.).

• Coordinates scheduling for usage of the unit.

• Provides phlebotomy services as needed.

• May need to work occasional nights and weekends.

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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Has experience performing phlebotomy tasks with a wide range of pediatric patients.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

This role will be responsible for performing HDX-MS epitope mapping for SARS-CoV2 detection.

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.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• Manage, organize and develop hydrogen deuterium exchange mass spectrometry (HDX-MS) related projects in the lab, working collectively towards goals of epitope mapping for various SARS-CoV2 antibodies.
• Operate and maintain lab instruments involved in HDX data acquisition.
• Analysis of HDX data.
• Communicate and share research findings through written or oral reports.

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:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate Degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry or related discipline. Experience in analytical chemistry, protein chemistry, or mass spectrometry.
• Previous hands on experience with Agilent Q-TOF LC/MS instruments. 
• Hands on experience with robotic sample preparation equipment (i.e. LEAP PAL system).
• Experience and technical expertise with HPLCs and mass spectrometers.
• Expertise in HDX techniques and data analyses.
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Experience in proteomics.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

The Clinical Research Coordinator II will serve as lead contact in support of various research programs at Emory and Atlanta VAMC. This position will assist with maintaining records and correspondence with all parties involved (institutional, federal, pharmaceutical). The CRCII will help with protocol renewal applications, amendment applications, continuing reviews and regulatory compliance. The CRCII will establish case packages for study procedures, monitor scheduling of procedures and charges and coordinate other services as needed. This position will maximize personnel activities, optimize subject safety, regulatory compliance and overall program operations across multiple research projects.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

(1.) High School Diploma or GED and five years of clinical research experience. OR

(2.) Two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and three years clinical research experience OR

(3.) Licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and two years clinical research experience OR

(4.) Bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related, or business administration related program and one year of clinical research experience OR

(5.) Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program

This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of CLINICAL RESEARCHER.

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

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.

The Research Specialist works under general supervision to perform a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Sets up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator.
• May be required to participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as sterilization and cleaning of equipment, ordering of supplies, inventory and media preparation.
• Maintains records, files and logs of work performed in laboratory notebooks and computer databases.
• Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants and seminar presentations.
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
• Performs related responsibilities as required by principal investigator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be willing to work with mice including irradiation, injections, euthanasia, and dissection.

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.

Under general supervision of the Director for Diversity and Inclusion Education and Outreach (DIEO) in Central Human Resources, the Senior Consultant for DIEO provides support and consultation to the Emory University schools and business units that strengthen workforce capabilities in Diversity and Inclusion for a high performing organization.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Consults, develops and facilitates D&I programs and retreats that are customized to the needs of each team and are received as informative, dynamic and engaging.
• Administers assessments (e.g., EII) and delivers feedback in individual and group settings; assists others in building effective leadership development plans and follow up activities. Provides individualized D&I coaching over a sustained time (3-6 months) to help improve effectiveness and efficacy.
• Maintains relationships with teams and leaders across the University.
• Proactively identifies opportunities where DIEO can add value (e.g., training) for improvement and growth.
• Designs and conducts a needs analysis of individuals, teams and departments; probes and diagnoses the needs of each situation and determines the optimal solution to enhance effectiveness that supports strategic goals.
• Delivers workshops for professional and DEI leadership development programs as needed; occasionally provides customized, on-site training aligned with client's strategic priorities.
• Conducts research on best practices and incorporates into existing offerings.
• Continuously improves workshops and other services offered.
• Consults with department leaders regarding strategic planning sessions for groups to clarify, communicate and act upon the vision and goals for programs in their department within the context of the organization's mission, vision and values.
• Designs and administers engagement surveys; analyzes survey data, documents and presents results.
• Works with business units to design improvement plans and facilitate effective implementation.
• Provides guidance for organization-wide projects/initiatives, as required; facilitates team efforts and helps to define project goals, timelines, resource requirements and planning to cope with conflict or stressor points in the plans.
• Helps leaders structure, design, and implement organizational change through DEI initiatives; makes recommendations to affected leadership.
• Assesses risks associated with various change initiatives/projects and suggests and implements actions to manage any negative impacts.
• Delivers inclusiveness training programs.
• Facilitates collaboration with department leaders and divisions to support best practices delivery of DEI communication.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field and five years of experience in organizational development, training and development or related field OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• A master's degree in Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Organizational Behavior, Human Resources or related field is preferred. DEI and Change Management certifications preferred.
• A thorough understanding of and experience with adult learning strategies, project management, change management, and measurement/assessment methodologies.
• Deep knowledge and experience in DEI principles and tenets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, analytic skills, interpersonal and influencing skills and conflict management skills.
• Excellent consulting, facilitation, presentation and relationship-building skills.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.