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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Manages post-award activities within a Research Administration Services (RAS) unit in support of an assigned portfolio of grants and contracts within one or more units (i.e., school, department, division, institute, or center) using knowledge of grant and contract management rules and regulations, technical expertise, and analytical skills. Post-award activities include regular review, reconciliation, and projection of award finances, preparing adjustments and corrections to award budgets, preparing financial reports, and at the end of the award, ensuring all financial requirements have been met, and closing out the award.
Interacts regularly with and provides high quality customer service to faculty members conducting sponsored research. Ensures adherence to quality standards and all policies and award regulations. Works with the post-award specialists to solve problems, answer questions, and give guidance on post-award activities and other grants management topics on a daily basis. Works with colleagues/team members to jointly solve questions and challenges in their daily work. Upon award acceptance, defines account establishment parameters, including billing and reporting requirements, budget, and cost sharing obligations. Sets up award in financial system.
Distributes award information to PIs, co-PIs and relevant staff and other RAS units. Coordinates with relevant individuals to make adjustments to payroll for all budgeted positions (including relative cost sharing positions). Reviews and reconciles award expenditures and budgets, making adjustments, as necessary. Projects and forecasts future award expenditures. Manages budget, reporting and compliance timelines through the lifecycle of the grant or contract. Communicates with PIs on a regular basis regarding budget and expense adjustments and revisions.
Completes financial reports to be sent to sponsor, as required by the award terms and conditions. Monitors compliance with agency and University regulations regarding reporting. Assists PIs with non-financial report submissions, as necessary. Coordinates and submits requests for No Cost Extensions, Carryover, rebudgeting requests, changes in scope, and other changes to the award; ensures all requests are done in compliance with sponsor guidelines and University policies.
Facilitates the approval of invoices to pay subcontractors. Reviews effort reports and manages quarterly effort certification process for assigned units. Applies federal and university rules to management of effort allocation appropriately for individuals compensated whole or in part from federal awards. Assists in transferring awards out of the university. Closes out all funded projects consistent with university process and timelines. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree and three years of experience related to grants and contracts management OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Knowledge of federal rules and regulations / terms and conditions relating to research grant and/or contract activity. Proficiency with MS Office Suite software. Knowledge of the PeopleSoft Financial System preferred.
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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.
THE GLOBAL ACCESS TO INFORMATION PROGRAM:
The Carter Center's Global Access to Information (ATI) Program works in partnership with governments, civil society, and international and regional bodies to improve governance and transform lives through a meaningful right of access to information.
SUMMARY:
The Senior Program Associate supports one or more major projects within the Global Access to Information Program, including strategic direction formation, design and implementation of multi-faceted initiative budgets, drafting of proposals and donor reports, fundraising, and public relations. Liaises with both Carter Center staff and external clients, as required. S/he may conduct applied research, manage program publications, expert meetings, supervise interns, and other project(s) responsibilities as assigned. The Senior Program Associate reports to the Director of the Global ATI Program.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proficiency in Spanish and experience living or working in Latin America is required.
- Post-graduate degree and minimum of four years of program related experience in international relations, democratic development, human rights, gender and/or good governance.
- Strong writing and communication skills, familiarity with NGOs and project-based fundraising, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience in data analysis, monitoring, and evaluation and with budgeting and budget management is highly preferred.
- Microsoft Excel skills are required.
- A high level of personal energy, positive attitude, sense of humor and ability to work in a team setting are essential.
- This position is Atlanta-based and may involve domestic and/or international travel.
FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Designs, implements, coordinates operational facets of a specific program and its related activities.
- Manages work plans that are designed to accomplish program goals and objectives and implements changes for improvement and efficiency.
- Makes decisions on behalf of the program based on critical analyses of operational/statistical reports, financial data and budget forecasts, and outside trends and factors related to the program.
- May plan, administer or monitor the program's budget, financial management, and/or grants.
- Takes a leadership role on program-related committees and teams.
- May develop fund raising initiatives, including researching and identifying funding sources and writing and submitting grant proposals.
- Conducts program research and ensures that mandatory operational and statistical reports are fact-based and comply with regulations.
- Serves as liaison with other groups and organizations participating in the program or seeking knowledge of the program and may write and give speeches/presentations at conferences, university functions, or before various boards.
- May supervise staff.
- Ensures that complete and accurate program records are kept and maintained.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in a field related to specified program areas and four years related program management experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
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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.
THE MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM:
Under the leadership of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, a long-standing champion for the rights of people with mental illnesses, the Carter Center's Mental Health Program works to promote awareness about mental health issues, inform public policy, achieve equity for mental health care comparable to other health care, and reduce stigma and discrimination against those with mental illnesses.
SUMMARY:
The Senior Program Associate reports to the Associate Director for Global and Liberia Mental Health Program. The position works with the Associate Director in the design, implementation and evaluation/operational research specifically related to Global MH activities. The Senior Program Associate oversees development of project and donor budgets and manage expenditures. S/he drafts proposals and grant reports and develops project materials and other publicity. The Senior Program Associate assists coordination with partners in the U.S., Liberia, and other countries, and works with relevant consultants and external experts to achieve project goals. Incumbent provides supervision to Program Assistant, summer research assistants based in Liberia, and interns working on Global MH activities. Domestic and international travel is required approximately 20% of time, and s/he may represent the program in public.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in mental health, public health, public policy, or related field.
- Extensive knowledge of global mental health policy, instructional design, community-based partnerships, or health systems strengthening is highly preferred.
- Experience living/working in Sub-Saharan Africa, post conflict countries or low- middle income country.
- Experience in international capacity building, human resources for health, disability rights advocacy, social welfare or health programs, including program administration, implementation, and program design and evaluation.
- Individual should be detail oriented, well organized, and able to work under pressure and tight deadlines when necessary.
- Demonstrated experience creating and monitoring detailed project budgets preferred and strong Microsoft Excel skills required.
- Strong writing and communication skills and competence with computer applications required.
- A high level of personal energy, positive attitude, and ability to work in a team setting are essential.
- This position is Atlanta-based but may involve travel to Liberia and other low-middle income countries.
FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Designs, implements, coordinates operational facets of a specific program and its related activities.
- Manages work plans that are designed to accomplish program goals and objectives and implements changes for improvement and efficiency.
- Makes decisions on behalf of the program based on critical analyses of operational/statistical reports, financial data and budget forecasts, and outside trends and factors related to the program.
- May plan, administer or monitor the program's budget, financial management, and/or grants.
- Takes a leadership role on program-related committees and teams.
- May develop fund raising initiatives, including researching and identifying funding sources and writing and submitting grant proposals.
- Conducts program research and ensures that mandatory operational and statistical reports are fact-based and comply with regulations.
- Serves as liaison with other groups and organizations participating in the program or seeking knowledge of the program and may write and give speeches/presentations at conferences, university functions, or before various boards.
- May supervise staff.
- Ensures that complete and accurate program records are kept and maintained.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in a field related to specified program areas and four years related program management experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
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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.
The goal of the project is to conjugate chemotherapeutic agents to viruses using chemical linkers and evaluate the delivery of the chemotherapeutics to target cancer cells. Responsibilities include:
- Cell culture, molecular, and virological assays (BSL-2) and aiding with general laboratory upkeep.
- Experimental techniques primarily consist of molecular biology techniques (e.g. immunoblotting, PCR and qPCR, chemical crosslinking of small molecules to viruses, etc.), cell culture, and virological assays.
- Documentation, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of experimental results
- Assist in protocol and experimental design.
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:
- 1-2 years of experience working in a laboratory.
- Experience with cell culture techniques.
- General understanding of molecular and cellular biology and virology.
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
- Experience using word processing and presentation software and making spreadsheets.
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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.
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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.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Manages post-award activities within a Research Administration Services (RAS) unit in support of an assigned portfolio of grants and contracts within one or more units (i.e., school, department, division, institute, or center) using knowledge of grant and contract management rules and regulations, technical expertise, and analytical skills. Post-award activities include regular review, reconciliation, and projection of award finances, preparing adjustments and corrections to award budgets, preparing financial reports, and at the end of the award, ensuring all financial requirements have been met, and closing out the award. Interacts regularly with and provides high quality customer service to faculty members conducting sponsored research. Ensures adherence to quality standards and all policies and award regulations.
Works with the post-award specialists to solve problems, answer questions, and give guidance on post-award activities and other grants management topics on a daily basis. Works with colleagues/team members to jointly solve questions and challenges in their daily work. Upon award acceptance, defines account establishment parameters, including billing and reporting requirements, budget, and cost sharing obligations. Sets up award in financial system. Distributes award information to PIs, co-PIs and relevant staff and other RAS units. Coordinates with relevant individuals to make adjustments to payroll for all budgeted positions (including relative cost sharing positions). Reviews and reconciles award expenditures and budgets, making adjustments, as necessary. Projects and forecasts future award expenditures.
Manages budget, reporting and compliance timelines through the lifecycle of the grant or contract. Communicates with PIs on a regular basis regarding budget and expense adjustments and revisions. Completes financial reports to be sent to sponsor, as required by the award terms and conditions. Monitors compliance with agency and University regulations regarding reporting. Assists PIs with non-financial report submissions, as necessary. Coordinates and submits requests for No Cost Extensions, Carryover, rebudgeting requests, changes in scope, and other changes to the award; ensures all requests are done in compliance with sponsor guidelines and University policies.
Facilitates the approval of invoices to pay subcontractors. Reviews effort reports and manages quarterly effort certification process for assigned units. Applies federal and university rules to management of effort allocation appropriately for individuals compensated whole or in part from federal awards. Assists in transferring awards out of the university. Closes out all funded projects consistent with university process and timelines. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree and three years of experience related to grants and contracts management OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Knowledge of federal rules and regulations / terms and conditions relating to research grant and/or contract activity. Proficiency with MS Office Suite software. Knowledge of the PeopleSoft Financial System preferred.
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POSITION SUMMARY:
Emory University is seeking a University Chaplain who has skills and personal qualities to provide strategic and visionary leadership for Office of Religious and Spiritual Life in the demanding context of a major religious university with a residential liberal arts college, thriving graduate and professional schools, and an internationally-acclaimed healthcare system.
Reporting to the president of the university, Claire E. Sterk, the University Chaplain will work with individuals and units across the university to enhance and encourage the development of the spiritual lives of students, promote the understanding of spiritual and religious practices and traditions, and
provide holistic support to students, faculty, and staff.
The University Chaplain serves on the Administrative Council, comprised of leaders across the university, and will play an integral role in the educational mission of the University, working closely with the schools, the Office of the Provost and Campus Life.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Effective Public Presence
- Serve as the public voice of religious and spiritual life in university ceremonies, convocations, celebrations, vigils, and memorials, that call for spiritual leadership.
- Represent the dimensions of religious life and spirituality across Emory University.
- Serve as an ambassador for the religious and spiritual dimensions of Emory life to the external community, including professional and denominational organizations, local religious congregations, and groups that may have interest in religious work at Emory.
Foster Interfaith Engagement & Collaborative Partnerships
- Strengthen vibrant and formative interfaith dynamics with key partners.
- Promote overall religious literacy, interfaith education, understanding and dialogue.
- Foster a safe space for a wide range of religious formation arising from and consonant with the university values of inclusiveness, free inquiry, mutual respect and interfaith engagement.
- Continue collaborative work with groups and units with long-standing ties including the pastor of Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church (a
congregation worshipping in a historic facility on the Emory campus), the Graduate Division of Religion, and leaders of other established religious groups and leaders, to serve the University.
Pastoral Care
- Provide pastoral care including counseling, spiritual direction, and grief
support to the community at times of personal or community crisis or loss.
- Work in collaboration with other university student, faculty and staff
resources to counsel and/or coordinate care for individual community
members in need of support.
Chapel Stewardship
- Preside or provide for a variety of regular services in Cannon Chapel.
- Oversee use of the university chapels, ensuring the availability of safe space for a wide array of religious expression.
- Supervise and coordinate the work of the religious life staff including
adjudicating requests by religious groups to be involved on Emory’s campus.
THE PERSON:
The optimal candidate is a practitioner and scholar who recognizes that the
human person is a union of mind, heart, and inner spirit. The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Exceptional communication skills and ability to forge relationships with a wide range of individuals.
- Liturgical skills or competence in the practice of public speaking and
knowledge of religious rituals and practices.
- Demonstrated experience working collaboratively to generate and cultivate meaningful and durable interfaith partnerships.
- Meaningful involvement with traditions and communities around the world.
- Pastoral sensitivity and experience with crisis management.
- Skills to advance Emory’s commitment to religious diversity, freedom of expression, and openness to dialogue with all faith traditions.
- Experience working with students and the higher education environment. Master’s degree in religion, theology or other relevant area, and seven years experience in chaplaincy, higher education, or related field are required.
- Doctoral degree preferred. Appropriate ordination or equivalent credentials, as relevant.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in religion, theology or other relevant area, and seven years of experience in chaplaincy, higher education, or related field. Doctoral degree preferred.
Appropriate ordination or equivalent credentials, as relevant. Liturgical skills or competence in the practice of public speaking and knowledge of religious rituals and practices are paramount. Exceptional communication skills and ability to forge relationships with a wide range of individuals.
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively to generate and cultivate meaningful and durable interfaith partnerships. Meaningful involvement with traditions and communities around the world. Strong liturgical skills. Pastoral sensitivity and experience with crisis management.
Skills to advance Emory's commitment to religious diversity, freedom of expression, and openness to dialogue with all faith traditions.
Experience working with students and the higher education environment.
Nomination/Application Information
Candidates must apply online through the Emory University website.
Applications require a letter of interest, a resume or CV and an optional link to a public presentation (sermon, lecture, etc…) Review of nominations and applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Dr. Robert Franklin, James T. and Berta R. Laney Professor in Moral Leadership at Candler School of Theology is the chair of the search advisory committee. Inquiries should be sent to Emorychaplainsearch@emory.edu.
Emory University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Emory University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
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Reporting to the Electronic Security System Manager within the Emory Police Department, this position is responsible for installation, service, repair and maintenance of computer-based integrated electronic security and control systems including electronic access control systems, CCTV systems, alarm systems and other supportive devices.
- Provides project management coordination through Emory shops and/or outside contractors.
- Interprets building blue prints and works with the Emory design team in programming new construction requirements.
- Ensures warranty compliance for new installations.
- Works with customer department representatives to provide security and safety recommendations.
- Trains staff on the proper use of equipment.
- Maintains electronic security system records and files.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A high school diploma or equivalent and three years of experience working with electronic security system installation, operations, maintenance, and management; comprehensive knowledge of security camera systems, card access systems, and intrusion alarm systems; familiar with the application of electronic technology to law enforcement; comprehensive skills in the installation, operation and maintenance of security systems; knowledge of the evaluation of construction blueprints; familiar with network video recorders and local digital video recorders; familiar with electric lock hardware installation.
Low voltage electrical license desired.
A valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record are required.
Positions within this classification may require the ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, stoop, and twist.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
The current posting is for a new team member in the Behavioral Genetics of Addiction Laboratory in the Department of Psychology (https://scholarblogs.emory.edu/bgalab/).
Under general supervision, assists with administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical research. Assists with patient recruitment. 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. Sets up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator. Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants and seminar presentations. May be required to participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as ordering of supplies. 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. 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 Research Specialist.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Supervises and manages the day-to-day intervention program operations for either children or adults with autism or with typical development.
- Develops schedules for program curriculum and assessment.
- Advises parents and/or caregivers on the participant's progress and prepares parents and/or caregivers to use specialized teaching techniques at home and/or within their community.
- Supervises the implementation of individualized treatment plans and maintains data on program parameters and targeted behaviors for use in program and progress evaluations. Interviews, hires, trains and supervises assistant teachers, interns, practicum students and/or volunteers.
- Implements structured staff training program that prepare assistants in complex teaching and assessment techniques, develops staff schedules, and leads weekly staff meetings. Ensures compliance with policies and procedures.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in early childhood education, psychology, special education or a related field, and one year of experience with children or adults with special needs and their families or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Child Development Associate (CDA) or Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification preferred.
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The Assistant Clinical Administrator partners with faculty, Grady leaders and staff on any areas of improvement needed on billing, compliance, operations. This role will also partner with various surgery administrators on related Grady programs and projects.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Consults, advises, and assists the administrator of a small or midsized clinical department in providing leadership and direction in planning and coordinating activities.
- May serve as the functional lead for department research administration, human resources, facilities, clinic operations or finance.
- Plans, develops, and implements complex financial and other administrative strategies to support organizational programs.
- Assists in budget analysis and development. Monitors the performance of contracts and other financial matters.
- Develops goals and objectives consistent with the needs of the department.
- Plans for the efficient utilization of staff and coordinates other personnel related activities, including evaluating employee performance, and interpretation of policies and procedures.
- Confers with management on the integration of departmental activities, the resolution of administrative problems, and the improvement of departmental functions.
- Confers with internal and external department heads concerning matters which may require joint coordination of activities.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance or related science field and five years of experience, or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training. Previous supervisory experience.
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The Senior Research Specialist will perform a range of advanced research and laboratory tests and procedures including constructing and cloning recombinant DNA and preparaing recombinantly expressed proteins for biochemical assays.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Independently performs a wide range of highly technical and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures.
- Devises highly specialized research procedures by applying a knowledge of advanced research techniques and equipment.
- Provides input to protocol development.
- Serves as a technical resource for other research personnel.
- Analyzes and interprets the results of studies.
- Investigates and recommends alternative approaches to improve the quality of results.
- Trains research staff in specialized procedures and theoretical concepts for unique tests.
- Recommends new equipment and supplies needed for specialized procedures.
- Provides input into the development of departmental goals and objectives.
- May assist in grant and other funding application preparation.
- Review literature for related research developments and techniques.
- Prepares written materials, charts and graphs on specialized techniques and research results for publication or presentation.
- Oversees quality assurance of research performed by others.
- Monitors the handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
- Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and four years of research experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
- The Academic Research Scientist functions as a highly skilled contributor/researcher and has significant authorship on publications and advanced knowledge and expertise of laboratory and experimental platforms necessary to advance basic and/or translational research programs.
- Staff Scientists will have leadership responsibilities, and will oversee quality and training of other team members.
- Duties include designing, developing and conducting research experiments.
- Will have expert knowledge and skills specific to the related program and advanced knowledge of methods of analyzing data from experimental platforms.
- May assist in grant and other funding applications as necessary and appropriate, or with approval of the responsible faculty director, may have their own research projects and/or have full responsibilities for specific areas of a program.
- With approval of the leading Emory faculty member a Scientist may be the principal investigator on grant proposals.
- Performs other responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- PhD or MD and ten years of professional level experience OR Master's degree and fifteen years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.
- Laboratory experience will be based on area of assignment.
- Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.
NOTE: Applicants applying with a M.D. or equivalent degree must be eligible for a Georgia medical license to meet the minimum qualifications.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Administers comprehensive clinical services to patients; provides testing, analyses and evaluations of seriously ill patients or those having complex medical problems and formulates a treatment plan which is consistent with the patient's needs.
- Assists in supervising staff and students and in developing in-service training programs for continuing staff development.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an American Occupational Therapy Association accredited program.
- Successful completion of the National Registry Examination for Occupational Therapy within six months of employment.
- Certification with the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- Two years experience.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Manages internal and external communications efforts for a school or division, and provides communications perspective on initiatives and strategic planning. Produces executive communications and reports for divisional leadership. Directs the development of marketing, promotional, and communications strategies and policies to build awareness of division/school initiatives and priorities, and to serve various communications needs. Provides leadership on communications projects, ensuring that communications reflect divisional commitments, strategic priorities, and quality requirements. May oversee the division/school's website, as well as social media presence and activity. Evaluates the effectiveness of communication strategies across platforms and audiences. Oversees relationships with vendors and Emory service providers. May serve as spokesperson for the division/school, as appropriate. May manage a budget and staff. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, art or other related field. Six years of experience in the development of marketing and informational materials, writing/research, project management and/or information technology. Additional related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Knowledge of publishing and other related software. Demonstrated creativity in the design of marketing, public relations or educational programs and communications materials.
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JOB DESCRIPTION: ** For use by Emory Temporary Services only ** Assists in coordinating routine activities associated with a research project to include data maintenance, grant expenditure adherence, project evaluation, meeting scheduling, research subject interfacing, light clerical duties and control of equipment and supplies. May review literature for related research developments and techniques, compile findings and generate reports. May serve as project liaison to other departments, outside organizations, government agencies and product representatives. May supervise other staff. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in a related science field or business management, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training. Note: An approved CAS Exception is required for anyone who is charged to a federal grant or contract under this job code.
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JOB DESCRIPTION: ** For use by Emory Temporary Services only ** Assists in coordinating routine activities associated with a research project to include data maintenance, grant expenditure adherence, project evaluation, meeting scheduling, research subject interfacing, light clerical duties and control of equipment and supplies. May review literature for related research developments and techniques, compile findings and generate reports. May serve as project liaison to other departments, outside organizations, government agencies and product representatives. May supervise other staff. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in a related science field or business management, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training. Note: An approved CAS Exception is required for anyone who is charged to a federal grant or contract under this job code.
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Library Job Description:
Reporting to the Director of Rose Library, the Operational Manager provides office management and operational oversight for the Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives and Rare Book Library. Oversees library operations, security and space management, ensuring that office activities comply with University and Library policies and procedures. Prepares or assists in the preparation of budgets and status reports, tracking expenditures. Oversees department’s processing of invoices and ensures timely payment and accurate reporting on the status of invoices and delivery of services provided by vendors. The Operational Manager coordinates event management with the Rose Library outreach staff, for public and private events, and with the Libraries’ Campus and Community Relations Team. Assists in developing and managing print and digital communications for Rose Library collections, services and programs. Maintains calendar, prepares daily schedule and prioritizes meeting requests for manager(s). Works closely with manager to ensure appropriate preparation for daily activities, anticipating meetings and preparatory materials. Coordinates, attends, prepares materials and catering for meetings and special events. Reviews incoming correspondence and identifies items of special interest to manager or others. Screens items that can be routinely handled and prepares appropriate responses. Based on a knowledge of the manager's views, composes, edits and types routine correspondence, under minimal guidance. Sets up and organizes filing systems and ensures that appropriate staff have access critical departmental documentation. Answers, screens and routes incoming telephone calls. May supervise or direct the work of administrative clerical/secretarial employees and student assistants. Oversees ordering and maintenance of office supplies and forms. May coordinate domestic or foreign travel arrangements. Performs related responsibilities as required. Above all, brings a positive outlook and “can do it” nature to support the work of the Rose Library’s talented team of archivists, curators, catalogers, and staff.
JOB DESCRIPTION: With minimal supervision, provides administrative support for a Chair or Assistant Dean of an academic or basic research unit or for an Assistant Vice President or Assistant Vice Provost (and above). Oversees office operations and ensures office activities comply with policies and procedures. Prepares or assists in the preparation of budgets, grant applications, proposals, status reports and financial statements. Develops and maintains spreadsheets. Initiates, processes and maintains records and invoices. Keeps manager informed of account status, authorizes expenditures and identifies cost effective alternatives. Maintains calendar, prepares daily schedule and prioritizes meeting requests for manager(s). Ensures manager is appropriately prepared for daily activities. Coordinates, attends, prepares materials for and/or takes minutes at meetings and special events. Prepares charts and graphs for reports and presentations. Reviews incoming correspondence and identifies items of special interest to manager or others. Screens items that can be routinely handled and prepares appropriate responses. Based on a knowledge of the manager's views, composes, edits and types correspondence, reports and manuscripts under minimal guidance. May take dictation or transcribe from a machine. Maintains various databases and/or spreadsheets. Sets up and organizes filing systems. Answers, screens and routes incoming telephone calls. May supervise or direct the work of other administrative clerical/secretarial employees. Oversees ordering and maintenance of office supplies and forms. May coordinate domestic or foreign travel arrangements. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent. and six years of secretarial or administrative support experience, OR a bachelor's degree and one year of administrative support experience. Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications.
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Emory University's School of Medicine Department of Pulomnary, Allergy, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine is seeking Clinical Research Coordinators to join their team.
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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- One or more years of clinical research experience with knowledge of the conduct of clinical trials, observational research studies.
- Phlebotomy skill is strongly desirable.
- Possess excellent computer skills including knowledge of a PC/MAC and Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Excel and PowerPoint).
- Candidate must be detail-orientated, possess excellent organizational skills and always be able to meet deadlines within the time specified.
- Self-directed and motivated to work independently toward short- and long-term goals.
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, working alongside research and clinical staff and interacting with patients on a daily basis.
- Collaborative Initiative Training (CITI) within 30 days of employment.
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.