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Emory University

Academic Research Scientist – Pediatrics

Emory University

. Function as a highly skilled contributor/researcher .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge and expertise in laboratory and experimental platforms, contributing to both basic and translational research. Capable of overseeing team quality and training while conducting independent research projects and serving as a principal investigator on funded grant proposals.

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PhD In Relevant FieldLaboratory ExperienceResearch Experiment DesignData AnalysisPrincipal Investigator Experience

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Hard Skills
Research ExperimentationData AnalysisLaboratory TechniquesExperimental PlatformsGrant Writing
Soft Skills
Team LeadershipTraining OversightIndependent Research
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Translational ResearchBasic ResearchQuality OversightResearch PublicationsEmory University

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Function as a highly skilled contributor/researcher
  • Contribute significant authorship to publications
  • Apply advanced knowledge and expertise of laboratory and experimental platforms to advance basic and/or translational research programs
  • Oversee quality and training of other team members
  • Design, develop, and conduct research experiments
  • Apply expert knowledge and skills specific to the related program
  • Analyze data from experimental platforms
  • Assist with grant and other funding applications as necessary and appropriate
  • Conduct independent research projects or assume full responsibility for specific program areas with faculty director approval
  • Serve as principal investigator on funded grant proposals with approval of the responsible Emory faculty director
  • Perform other responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • PhD and two years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR master's degree and four years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR bachelor's degree and six years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab
  • Laboratory experience based on area of assignment
  • Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience
  • Must reside in the state of Georgia
  • Must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Opportunity to work from home regularly
  • Hybrid remote work arrangement
  • Equal opportunity employment and nondiscrimination protections
  • Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities