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Description

The Lead Research Specialist will focus on human immunology, autoimmunity, and inflammatory responses, including an innovative collaborative study examining engineered primary human B cells. Employee may occasionally need to work limited irregular hours depending on experimental timing or research needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of specialized and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures.

+ Uses independent judgment in applying or adapting scientific techniques.

+ May assist in protocol design.

+ Investigates and proposes alternative experimental procedures for consideration by a principal investigator.

+ Assists in planning and scheduling research procedures.

+ Analyzes and interprets results of studies.

+ Demonstrates and trains others in the proper use/operation of laboratory techniques and equipment.

+ Calibrates, troubleshoots and performs routine repair and maintenance of equipment.

+ Reviews literature for related research developments and techniques and compiles findings.

+ Monitors laboratory processes to maintain quality assurance standards.

+ Records results of studies, compiles and analyzes data and prepares charts and graphs.

+ Monitors the handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances.

+ Performs related responsibilities as required.

+ Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and two years of research experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Experience with flow cytometry.

+ Experience with cell culture.

+ Prior experience working with human immune cells.

+ Familiarity with biospecimen handling and biobanking.

+ Ability to manage time-sensitive laboratory tasks and respond to experimental issues.

+ Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.

+ Comfort working in a collaborative, multi-investigator environment.

NOTE: Position tasksaregenerallyrequired tobe performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote workfrom homedayoptions may be grantedatdepartmentdiscretion.Emory reserves the right to changeremote workstatus with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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**Job Number** _150781_

**Job Type** _Regular Full-Time_

**Division** _School Of Medicine_

**Department** _SOM: Medicine: Immunology_

**Job Category** _Laboratory Research_

**Campus Location (For Posting) : Location** _US-GA-Atlanta_

**_Location : Name_** _Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor_

**Remote Work Classification** _Primarily On Campus_

**Health and Safety Information** _Working in a laboratory_