Senior Research Specialist - School of Medicine, Digestive Diseases

Emory University•Atlanta, GA

72d•Onsite

About The Position

Senior Research Specialist position in the laboratory of Dr. Peijian He in the Emory University Department of Medicine. The candidate will be self-motivated and interested in studying the mechanisms of mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative stress, and cell death associated with liver diseases. The lab employs mouse models, cultured cells, and routine lab techniques, including immunofluorescent staining, Western blotting, qPCR, and live cell imaging

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in mouse handling and a strong background in molecular and cell biology.

Responsibilities

Independently performs a wide range of highly technical and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures.
Devises highly specialized research procedures by applying a knowledge of advanced research techniques and equipment.
Provides input to protocol development.
Serves as a technical resource for other research personnel.
Analyzes and interprets the results of studies.
Investigates and recommends alternative approaches to improve the quality of results.
Trains research staff in specialized procedures and theoretical concepts for unique tests.
Recommends new equipment and supplies needed for specialized procedures.
Provides input into the development of departmental goals and objectives.
May assist in grant and other funding application preparation.
Review literature for related research developments and techniques.
Prepares written materials, charts and graphs on specialized techniques and research results for publication or presentation.
Oversees quality assurance of research performed by others.
Monitors the handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances.
Performs related responsibilities as required.
Support general laboratory needs
Management of mouse colony
Tissue sectioning and staining, cell culture
RNA/protein expression analysis