Research Specialist

2 weeks ago

Atlanta Georgia, United States Emory University Full time
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Description:
The Division of Pathology, Necropsy Lab within the Emory National Primate Research Center at Emory University is currently seeking a full time Research Specialist to join our team. Our work consists of providing research support to world-class scientists that study a wide range of topics related to pathogenesis and therapies related to infectious disease, neurodegenerative disease, and transplant medicine.

 

The ideal candidate should be driven, dependable, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude and passion for research.  The Research Specialist will be a team player who is willing to learn on the job and collaborate with lab members and center members. The Research Specialist will work to ensure the highest quality of laboratory research support, and has good communication skills with co-workers, the management team, PI’s, research staff, students, and other support services. This position includes hands on contact with rodents and nonhuman primates.

 

Collaborate. Innovate. Serve. These three simple words capture what we do at EPC to help advance science and improve the health and well-being of humans and non-human primates. If you are self-motivated and someone who is familiar with necropsy and the laboratory research setting, this is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community. 

 

Dedicated to discovering causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of disease, Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC) is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, EPC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at

 

KEY 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with animal handling and/or blood collection.

Handling of nonhuman primates including sedation, catheterization, phlebotomy.

Handling of nonhuman primate and rodent samples, tissues, and body fluids in a necropsy setting.

Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent organizational abilities with attention to detail.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment involves working with biohazardous blood and tissues.

Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

Work is normally performed in a typical laboratory environment.

Requires the ability to bend, kneel, and/or squat.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT:

Emory NPRC in conjunction with Emory University conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which may include an INA and criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications, drug screening, health assessment, requirement of various vaccinations (including COVID-19 plus one booster if job requires hands-on contact with animals/NHP). Employment is contingent upon a clear background screening.

 

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

 

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