Research Specialist- School of Medicine, Biochemistry

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for someone who loves RNA and protein biochemistry and is excited about answering fundamental research questions regarding gene regulation in fungal pathogens. We welcome both candidates wishing to pursue a long-term career as a research specialist as well as those looking to gain research experience before applying to graduate school. This job requires the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds and we seek an individual with commitment to support diversity, equity and inclusion. Interested applicants should submit: 1) a cover letter, 2) a CV including the name of three references, and 3) a summary of their research experience.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Love RNA and protein biochemistry
• Excited about answering fundamental research questions regarding gene regulation in fungal pathogens
• Ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to support diversity, equity and inclusion

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.

What This Job Offers

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