Visiting Fellow

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Helps to assist with the design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career. The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc. Designs and evaluates experiments. Develops new ideas that promote current research. Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator. May be responsible for operation of specific equipment. May teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff. Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee. The initial appointment is for one year, renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available. Appointments cannot exceed five years.
Assist with the growth and sustainability of clinical research program focused on sickle cell disease
Clinical and translational SCD dedicated research
Support study execution, regulatory compliance, data management, and scholarly productivity.
Improve research efficiency, accelerate study completion and increase publication output

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field.
• Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues.
• Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.

Responsibilities

• Designs and evaluates experiments.
• Develops new ideas that promote current research.
• Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
• May be responsible for operation of specific equipment.
• May teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff.
• Assist with the growth and sustainability of clinical research program focused on sickle cell disease
• Support study execution, regulatory compliance, data management, and scholarly productivity.
• Improve research efficiency, accelerate study completion and increase publication output

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree