Senior Research Specialist - School of Medicine, Biochemistry - Emory University
Atlanta, GA 30322
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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 diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Description:KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- B.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or related scientific field. Previous experience with basic biochemical lab techniques including cloning, protein expression and purification.
- The ideal candidate will have prior hands-on laboratory experience, as well as a working knowledge of biochemical techniques such as tissue culture, protein expression and protein purification. This research specialist will help prepare and maintain essential laboratory reagents and stocks needed for the daily operations of the lab including expression media, buffers, antibiotic stocks, and maintaining sterile lab equipment, as well as assisting with the drafting and updating of laboratory standard operating procedures. The position requires excellent record keeping, attention to detail and communication skills. This is an ideal position for someone looking to gain more experience in biochemical, biophysical, and/or virological techniques in an inclusive laboratory environment.
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.
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