Research Specialist- School of Medicine, Pharmacology

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

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 excellence of our academic community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, performs a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules.
• Sets up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator.
• May be required to participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as sterilization and cleaning of equipment, ordering of supplies, inventory and media preparation.
• Maintains records, files and logs of work performed in laboratory notebooks and computer databases.
• Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants and seminar presentations.
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
• Performs related responsibilities as required by principal investigator.
• Animal Handling & Procedures: Tail vein injections, Frozen tissue sectioning, Rodent dissection, Blood sample analysis, HPLC for sample analysis.
• Cell Biology Techniques: Cell culture, Cell transfection, Western blot analysis, Immunofluorescence staining, Data collection and analysis.
• Lab Maintenance: Order laboratory reagents and consumables, manage lab waste disposal, maintain cleanliness and organization of the lab.
• Sample Management: Organize and categorize compound samples and ship compound samples.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree