Research Specialist - School of Medicine Neurosurgery
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. Description KEY 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. ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Will obtain required clinical research certifications. Will participate in Brain Tumor Center clinic and operations. Will attend Emory’s Adult Brain Tumor Conference and Neurosurgery Grand Rounds. Will engage in translational research and early-phase clinical trial development. Will attend didactic sessions about grant and scientific writing; and other activities as specified by the PI. Performs related responsibilities as required by principal investigator.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
- Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- 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.
- Obtain required clinical research certifications.
- Participate in Brain Tumor Center clinic and operations.
- Attend Emory’s Adult Brain Tumor Conference and Neurosurgery Grand Rounds.
- Engage in translational research and early-phase clinical trial development.
- Attend didactic sessions about grant and scientific writing; and other activities as specified by the PI.
- Performs related responsibilities as required by principal investigator.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
