Assistant Academic Research Scientist | School of Medicine - Pediatrics, Emory LOBP

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

1d • Onsite

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.

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

• Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, virology, or a related field.
• The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in cryo-EM structure determination within the context of retrovirology, along with substantial hands-on laboratory experience and a proven ability to design and manage complex experiments.
• Strong scientific writing, analytical thinking, and communication skills are essential.
• The candidate should also exhibit a clear interest in grant writing and securing external funding and should be familiar with submission processes for major agencies such as the NIH and NSF.

Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, the Assistant Academic Research Scientist performs a wide range of highly technical and complex tasks necessary to advance basic and/or translational research programs.
• Responsible for working with experimental platforms specific to the hiring Program.
• Duties will include but are not limited to experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation and communication of results of basic and/or translational research.
• Will be required to review literature and apply advanced knowledge, skills, and input necessary for protocol development.
• May assist in grant and other funding applications, as necessary and appropriate.
• With the approval of the responsible Emory faculty director, the Assistant Academic Research Scientist may serve as the principal investigator on funded (grant) proposals.
• Performs other responsibilities as required.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree