Description
The Michailidis lab is seeking to hire a research specialist (entry level position or more advanced) for working in a virology laboratory. The position will involve performing experiments, preparing reagents for the lab, helping with lab maintenance tasks and contributing to research publications and discussions.
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 QUALIFICATIONS:
- Cell culture experience (mammalian cells).
- Animal experience is not necessary but it is a plus.
- Molecular biology techniques including western blot, DNA/RNA extractions are a plus.
- Note keeping and organized.
- Working well in a team.
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.
