Assistant Academic Research Scientist | School of Medicine - Pediatrics, Emory LOBP
About The Position
The Robert Dick Laboratory is seeking an Academic Research Scientist to join our team in studying the fundamental biology and inhibitor interactions of retroviruses and other viral families from a structural perspective. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, conducting, and analyzing wet lab experiments, including biochemical assays, tissue culture work, and cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) sample preparation. A central aspect of the role involves processing cryo-EM data to determine viral lattice structures and contribute to structural insights that inform antiviral strategies. In addition to research responsibilities, the candidate will take the lead in developing, writing, and submitting competitive grant proposals to major funding agencies. The position also includes leadership responsibilities such as training junior researchers, graduate students, and other laboratory personnel.
Requirements
- PhD OR master's degree and two years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR bachelor's degree and four years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.
- Laboratory experience should be related to area of assignment.
- Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.
Nice To Haves
- Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, virology, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in cryo-EM structure determination within the context of retrovirology.
- Substantial hands-on laboratory experience.
- Proven ability to design and manage complex experiments.
- Strong scientific writing, analytical thinking, and communication skills.
- Clear interest in grant writing and securing external funding.
- Familiarity with submission processes for major agencies such as the NIH and NSF.
Responsibilities
- Designing, conducting, and analyzing wet lab experiments, including biochemical assays, tissue culture work, and cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) sample preparation.
- Processing cryo-EM data to determine viral lattice structures and contribute to structural insights that inform antiviral strategies.
- Performing a wide range of highly technical and complex tasks necessary to advance basic and/or translational research programs.
- Working with experimental platforms specific to the hiring Program.
- Experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation and communication of results of basic and/or translational research.
- Reviewing literature and applying advanced knowledge, skills, and input necessary for protocol development.
- Assisting in grant and other funding applications, as necessary and appropriate.
- Serving as the principal investigator on funded (grant) proposals, with the approval of the responsible Emory faculty director.
- Developing, writing, and submitting competitive grant proposals to major funding agencies.
- Training junior researchers, graduate students, and other laboratory personnel.
Benefits
- Emory University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
