Research Specialist, Lead

Emory University•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, the Research Specialist performs specialized and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures, using independent judgment to apply or adapt scientific techniques. The role may assist with protocol design and proposes alternative experimental procedures for consideration by a principal investigator. It also assists with planning and scheduling research procedures, analyzes and interprets study results, and demonstrates and trains others in laboratory techniques and equipment operation. The position includes calibrating, troubleshooting, and performing routine repair and maintenance of equipment; reviewing related research literature and compiling findings; monitoring laboratory processes for quality assurance; recording study results; compiling and analyzing data; and preparing charts and graphs. The employee monitors the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances and may be required to work with, take precautions against, and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents. Other related responsibilities may be assigned. Employment is contingent on completion of applicable required training, credentialing, and background verification. Depending on job duties, this may include clinical research orientation and training, system training, and AHA BLS certification. Employees whose responsibilities require access to EHC facilities must also meet EHC health assessment, drug screening, immunization, competency validation, and other requirements, with ongoing compliance required for continued employment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and two years of research experience, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
Complete all required training, credentialing, and background verification.
Complete clinical research orientation and training, such as CITI and HIPAA, system training, and AHA BLS certification as applicable to job duties.
For employees requiring access to EHC facilities: complete health assessment, drug screening, immunization requirements including annual flu vaccine, competency validation, and any other EHC requirements; maintain ongoing compliance.

Responsibilities

Perform specialized and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures.
Apply or adapt scientific techniques using independent judgment.
Assist with protocol design and propose alternative experimental procedures for consideration by a principal investigator.
Assist in planning and scheduling research procedures.
Analyze and interpret results of studies.
Demonstrate and train others in the proper use and operation of laboratory techniques and equipment.
Calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform routine repair and maintenance of equipment.
Review literature on related research developments and techniques and compile findings.
Monitor laboratory processes to maintain quality assurance standards.
Record study results, compile and analyze data, and prepare charts and graphs.
Monitor the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances.