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Emory University · 1 month ago

Research Specialist - HIV Immunology

positionUS-GA-Atlanta
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent. The Division of Microbiology and Immunology is seeking a full-time, entry-level Research Specialist to assist with NIH-funded studies on HIV immunology, focusing on viral persistence and novel immunotherapies in a BSL-2 laboratory setting.

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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

HIV/SIV immunologyHigh-parameter flow cytometryTissue processingCell cultureData visualization toolsNHP experimental modelsBSL-2 laboratory experienceBSL-3 SOPsLaboratory research experience

Required

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training

Preferred

Fundamental expertise in HIV/SIV immunology, animal models, and BSL-2
HIV immunology experimentation, including high-parameter flow cytometry, tissue processing, and cell culture
Proficiency with data visualization tools (GraphPad Prism, FlowJo, and/or RStudio)
Experience with NHP experimental models
Background with BSL-3 standard operating procedures

Company

Emory University

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Emory University is an institute of higher learning and a private research university.
dateFounded in 1836
location
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.emory.edu/home/index.html

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$719.87M
Key Investors
GettyNational Institutes of HealthHyundai Hope On Wheels
2025-08-20Grant· $0.28M
2024-11-13Grant· $15M
2024-08-28Grant· $0.4M

Leadership Team

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Claire E Sterk
President Emerita and Charles Howard Candler Professor of Public Health
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Gregory Fenves
Chancellor
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