Research Specialist | School of Medicine - Pediatrics, Infectious Disease

Emory•Atlanta, GA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Chahroudi laboratory in the Department of Pediatrics at the Emory University School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Research Specialist to join their team. The Chahroudi lab is dedicated to investigating viral pathogenesis, persistence, and treatment/cure strategies. The Chahroudi research program is specifically focused on understanding the consequences of HIV and Zika virus infections, using nonhuman primate models. The Research Specialist will perform technical laboratory activities related to the processing and storage of nonhuman primate samples as well as keep detailed study records. The position will involve performing various immunologic and virology assays under the supervision of a postdoctoral fellow or graduate student. The Chahroudi laboratory is located in the Health Science Research Building II on the Emory Campus and consists of a dynamic team of postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and research specialists, who all work collaboratively with veterinarians, research resources, and other core facility staff at the Emory National Primate Research Center.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

A background in immunology and/or virology would be ideal, but is not required.
Excellent oral and written communication and math skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Strong work ethic.
Attention to detail.
Ability to ask for help when needed.

Responsibilities

Performs technical laboratory activities related to the processing and storage of nonhuman primate samples.
Keeps detailed study records.
Performs various immunologic and virology assays under the supervision of a postdoctoral fellow or graduate student.
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.