Research Specialist, Biology

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• 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.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• At least two years of experience working in a microbiology laboratory. Experience managing the logistics of a research laboratory to include purchasing, onboarding new staff and students, culture media and reagent preparation, and maintaining research compliance.
• A high degree of preference will be given to applicants with research experience working
  on antibiotics or bacteriophages.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• This position will primarily entail managing a microbiology laboratory and may include performing
  experiments.
• Daily expectations include maintaining supplies, preparing reagents, purchasing,
  hiring and supervising federal work study students to assist in managing the laboratory’s high
  resource demand.
• This position includes administrative duties such as managing the budget of
  federal research grants, obtaining permits from federal agencies, and maintain safety and
  research compliance at biosafety level two.
• The working hours of this position are primarily 9:00am to 5:30pm Monday through Friday with occasional work on the weekends. Funds for the position are currently available for a single year, but are anticipated to be extended.

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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