Emory University · 2 months ago
Research Specialist- School of Medicine, Biomedical Engineering
US-GA-Atlanta
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expEmory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. The Research Specialist will perform a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules, while maintaining records and compiling data for publications and presentations.
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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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training
Preferred
Experience with human subjects research, working with people with in a formal clinical setting, or caring for people living with paralysis in a care-taking role
1-2 years related experience in neuroscience or electrical or computer engineering
Familiarity with Linux / Unix command line is advantageous
Programming experience (Python, MATLAB)
Previous photography/videography experience (for documenting research sessions)
Comfort in Microsoft Windows environments, including ability to troubleshoot simple computer problems independently
Company
Emory University
Emory University is an institute of higher learning and a private research university.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$719.87MKey Investors
GettyNational Institutes of HealthHyundai Hope On Wheels
2025-08-20Grant· $0.28M
2024-11-13Grant· $15M
2024-08-28Grant· $0.4M
Leadership Team
Claire E Sterk
President Emerita and Charles Howard Candler Professor of Public Health
Gregory Fenves
Chancellor
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