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Emory University

Lead Research Specialist – Cell Biology

Emory University

. Perform specialized and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures under minimal supervision .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in performing specialized research and laboratory tests, including protocol design and data analysis. Proficient in maintaining laboratory quality assurance standards and training others in laboratory techniques.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Bachelor's Degree In A Scientific FieldResearch ExperienceLaboratory TechniquesData AnalysisQuality Assurance Standards

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Hard Skills
Research ProceduresProtocol DesignExperimental ProceduresData CompilationEquipment CalibrationTroubleshootingMaintenance Of Laboratory EquipmentHazardous Substance HandlingLiterature ReviewData Interpretation
Soft Skills
Independent JudgmentTraining OthersPlanning And Scheduling
Industry Keywords
Quality AssuranceLaboratory StandardsScientific TechniquesHazardous Agents

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Perform specialized and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures under minimal supervision
  • Apply or adapt scientific techniques using independent judgment
  • Assist with protocol design
  • Investigate and propose alternative experimental procedures for principal investigator consideration
  • Plan and schedule research procedures
  • Analyze and interpret study results
  • Demonstrate and train others in laboratory techniques and equipment operation
  • Calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain laboratory equipment
  • Review literature on related research developments and techniques and compile findings
  • Monitor laboratory processes to maintain quality assurance standards
  • Record study results, compile and analyze data, and prepare charts and graphs
  • Monitor the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances
  • Perform related responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and two years of research experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training
  • Ability to perform specialized and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures
  • Ability to apply or adapt scientific techniques using independent judgment
  • Ability to assist with protocol design and propose alternative experimental procedures
  • Ability to plan and schedule research procedures
  • Ability to analyze and interpret study results
  • Ability to demonstrate and train others in laboratory techniques and equipment operation
  • Ability to calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform routine repair and maintenance of equipment
  • Ability to review scientific literature and compile findings
  • Ability to maintain laboratory quality assurance standards
  • Ability to handle, store, and dispose of hazardous substances
  • May be required to work with, take precautions against, and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Equal opportunity employment and nondiscrimination protections
  • Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
  • Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion