Research Specialist, Lead - School of Medicine Rehabilitation

Emory•Atlanta, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Emory University School of Medicine is hiring a Lead Research Specialist to join its Rehabilitation research team. The role supports research using technology to track brain activity, neurological function, and eye and head coordination, helping researchers study connections between the brain, vision, and movement. Under minimal supervision, the Lead Research Specialist performs specialized and complex research and laboratory procedures, applies or adapts scientific techniques using independent judgment, and may assist with protocol design. The position also involves coordinating research procedures, analyzing and interpreting study results, training others, maintaining laboratory equipment and quality standards, reviewing relevant research literature, and handling hazardous substances in accordance with requirements. The position must be performed in person at an Emory University location; remote work is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to the employee.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and two years of research experience, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
Previous research experience.
Strong data collection, organization, and research coordination skills.
Collaborative mindset and passion for scientific discovery.
Position tasks must be performed in person at an Emory University location; remote work is not an option.
May be required to work with, take specific precautions against, and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.

Nice To Haves

CITI Good Research Practices certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform specialized and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures under minimal supervision.
Apply or adapt scientific techniques using independent judgment.
Assist with protocol design when needed.
Investigate and propose alternative experimental procedures for consideration by a principal investigator.
Assist in planning and scheduling research procedures.
Analyze and interpret study results.
Demonstrate and train others in the proper use and operation of laboratory techniques and equipment.
Calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform routine repair and maintenance of equipment.
Review literature on related research developments and techniques and compile findings.
Monitor laboratory processes to maintain quality assurance standards.
Record study results, compile and analyze data, and prepare charts and graphs.
Monitor the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances.
Perform related responsibilities as required.