Research Specialist (ETS) | Temporary

Emory Healthcare/Emory University

Atlanta, GA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Affirmative Action, Assays, Biomedicine, Cell Cultures, Cleaning Equipment, Clinical Research, Clinical Trial, Communication Skills, DNA, Data Collection, Data Sets, Data Visualization, Disease, Federal Laws and Regulations, File Maintenance, HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome), Immunology, Laboratory Notebook, Laboratory Testing, Media Inventory, Medical Record System, Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), Order Supplies, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Publications, Python Programming/Scripting Language, R Programming Language, Real-time PCR (qPCR), Record Keeping, Rehabilitation Act, Research Laboratory, Seminars, Server Programming/Applications, State Laws and Regulations, Statistics, Sterilization, Training/Teaching, Work From Home, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Atlanta, GA

POSTED

4 days ago

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Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: + 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 described by principal investigator and senior lab members. + May be required to participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as sterilization and cleaning of equipment, ordering of supplies, inventory and media preparation. + Maintains records, files and logs of work performed in laboratory notebooks and computer databases. + Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants and seminar presentations. + Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents. + Performs related responsibilities as required by principal investigator. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITEIS: + Participate in clinical studies on sickle cell disease and HIV, including collection, processing, and isolation of PBMCs from human blood samples. + Perform primary cell culture experiments to probe mechanisms that underlie WBC proliferation. + Perform immunological and molecular assays including flow cytometry, DNA extraction, qPCR, and next-generation sequencing to further explore proliferative drive. + Clean, preprocess, and manage large biomedical and clinical datasets for statistical analysis and data visualization using Python and/or R. + Maintain Python and/or R codes on lab server, write pseudocode, and provide education to other lab members. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: + Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: + Proficiency in Python and/or R for data cleaning and data visualization. + Experience in clinical research, including working with electronic health records. + Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey findings to interdisciplinary audiences and collaborate effectively with clinicians and researchers. 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.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.

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Job Number

_168196_

Job Type

_Temporary Part-Time_

Division

_School Of Medicine_

Department

_SOM: Pathology: Admin_

Job Category

_Laboratory Research_

Campus Location (For Posting) : Location

_US-GA-Atlanta_

_Location : Name_

_Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor_

Remote Work Classification

_No Remote_

Health and Safety Information

_Working in a laboratory_

About the Company

Emory Healthcare/Emory University

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