Music Therapist Research Specialist | School of Medicine - Pediatrics, Neonatology

Emory • Atlanta, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Music Therapist Research Specialist is an entry-level, term-limited professional position in Emory University School of Medicine’s Department of Pediatrics, Neonatology Division, within the Baby Brain Optimization Project (BBOP) Lab. The multidisciplinary lab conducts observational and interventional patient-based clinical research involving pre-term infants and young children with cerebral palsy and other developmental conditions. The position offers board-certified and state-licensed music therapists opportunities to further develop research and clinical skills in a pediatric healthcare environment. Work may take place in neonatal intensive care, outpatient follow-up, and community-based outreach settings. Participation in research initiatives may span protocol development, implementation, data analysis, and dissemination. Reliable transportation is required.

Under general supervision, the employee performs defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and schedules, and sets up experiments as directed by a principal investigator. Duties may include laboratory maintenance, recordkeeping, compiling study data, and reporting results. Some work may involve potentially hazardous agents and require specific precautions or immunization. Position tasks are generally performed in person at an Emory University location; remote-work days may be granted at department discretion, and Emory may change remote-work status with notice.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Reliable transportation.
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-management skills.
• Experience working with physicians and allied health providers.
• Music therapy professional knowledge and ability.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in music therapy, or equivalent, from an AMTA-accredited program.
• Board Certification in Music Therapy or eligibility to sit for the board exam.
• Georgia State Licensure in Music Therapy.
• Experience working with babies and/or children.

Responsibilities

• Perform defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules.
• Set up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator.
• Participate in laboratory maintenance activities as needed, such as sterilizing and cleaning equipment, ordering supplies, managing inventory, and preparing media.
• Maintain records, files, and logs of work in laboratory notebooks and computer databases.
• Compile data and record study results for publications, grants, and seminar presentations.
• Participate in research initiatives spanning protocol development, implementation, data analysis, and dissemination.
• Perform related responsibilities as required by the principal investigator.
• Take required precautions when working with potentially hazardous agents and meet any applicable immunization requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level