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　　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.

　　Description

　　JOB DESCRIPTION:

　　The Associate Academic Research Scientist performs a wide range of highly technical and complex research duties and has documented scientific achievements and increasing technical, management, leadership, and professional expertise necessary to advance basic and/or translational research programs.

　　Demonstrated knowledge of research and experimental platforms for analyzing, design and interpreting results

　　Investigates and recommends potential alternative approaches to improve the quality of results of basic and/or translational research.

　　Demonstrates increased responsibility through management of teams and leadership of scientific projects by applying advanced knowledge, skills, and input necessary for protocol development, as well as facilitating in some training aspects of other team members.

　　Aids in writing IACUC, IRB, Biosafety and other approval documents.

　　Oversees quality assurance of research conducted by other team members.

　　May assist in grant and other funding applications as necessary and appropriate, or with approval of the responsible faculty director, may have their own research projects and/or have full responsibilities for specific areas of instrumentation or methodology development and user support.

　　With the approval of the responsible faculty director, may be principal investigators on funded proposals.

　　Performs other responsibilities as required.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

　　PhD and one year of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR master's degree and three years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR bachelor’s degree and five years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.

　　Laboratory experience should be based on area of assignment.

　　Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　The position is for an Associate Scientist with experience in in vivo models for infections studies. The candidate should have experience working with humanized liver chimeric mice. In addition, a strong background and experience with hepatitis B virus is needed.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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　　Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, 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. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

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　　Job Number 121984

　　Job Type Regular Full-Time

　　Division School Of Medicine

　　Department SOM: Peds: Emory LOBP

　　This position may involve the following Health and Safety issues: Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals., Working in a laboratory, Working with animals., Working with human blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials.

　　Job Category Laboratory

　　Campus Location (For Posting) : City Atlanta

　　Location : Name Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor