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Emory University

Post Doctoral Fellow

Emory University

. Design and conduct research within a specified field under the guidance of a designated Principal Investigator .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and conducting research, with a strong emphasis on scientific writing and effective communication. Capable of training and supervising research staff while promoting innovative ideas within the research field.

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Doctoral DegreeScientific WritingOral Communication SkillsResearch DesignStaff Training and Supervision

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Hard Skills
Research DesignExperiment EvaluationScientific Manuscript PreparationData AnalysisEquipment Operation
Soft Skills
Effective CollaborationCollegialityTeaching Techniques

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design and conduct research within a specified field under the guidance of a designated Principal Investigator
  • Receive advanced training to enhance professional skills and research independence
  • Design and evaluate experiments
  • Develop new ideas that promote current research
  • Prepare and publish scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator
  • Operate specific equipment as needed
  • Teach techniques to others
  • Train and supervise research staff
  • Serve in a temporary research trainee appointment, initially for one year with renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available
  • Work within an appointment limit of five years

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc.) in an appropriate field
  • Excellent scientific writing ability
  • Strong oral communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues
  • Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion
  • Equal opportunity employment
  • Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
  • Access to university programs and facilities without discrimination