Assistant Academic Research Scientist - School of Medicine, Core Labs

Emory University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading research university as an Assistant Academic Research Scientist, where you will engage in cutting-edge research and contribute to innovative projects. This role involves working with advanced experimental platforms, conducting data analysis, and developing protocols to support both basic and translational research. Ideal candidates will possess strong laboratory skills and a passion for scientific inquiry. Emory University offers a collaborative environment that values excellence and diversity, providing you with the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of research.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's with 2 years of lab experience required.
• Experience in structural biology and microscopy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental design, data analysis, and research communication.
• Assist in grant applications and protocol development.

Skills

Experimental Design

Data Analysis

Protocol Development

Literature Review

Education

PhD

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Focused Ion Beam - Scanning Electron Microscopy

Volume SEM

Lamella Milling

Spin Milling

Plasma FIB

Job description

Discover Your Career at Emory University

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 excellence of our academic community.

Description

Under minimal supervision, the Assistant Academic Research Scientist performs a wide range of highly technical and complex tasks necessary to advance basic and/or translational research programs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible for working with experimental platforms specific to the hiring Program.
2. Duties will include but are not limited to experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation and communication of results of basic and/or translational research.
3. Will be required to review literature and apply advanced knowledge, skills, and input necessary for protocol development.
4. May assist in grant and other funding applications, as necessary and appropriate.
5. Performs other responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. PhD
2. OR Master's degree and two years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.
3. OR Bachelor's degree and four years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.
4. Laboratory experience should be related to area of assignment.
5. Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. PhD in structural biology with experience in Focused Ion Beam - Scanning Electron Microscopy techniques including volume SEM, lamella milling, spin milling, plasma FIB, and sample preparation for these techniques including cryo and room temperature applications.
2. Master's degree with demonstrated Focused Ion Beam - Scanning Electron Microscopy experience in biological/biomedical research.

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.

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.

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