Job Description

Description
KEY 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.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

Culture and harvest mammalian cells expressing recombinant proteins.
Perform ELISA, ELISPOT, Western blot, immunohistochemistry and flow cytometry assays.
Maintain animal colonies and perform in vivo studies.
Maintain detailed records of work performed.
Assist in managing laboratory operations.
Perform other duties as necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

Graduate in biochemistry, molecular biology or related field with good communication skills.
Prior laboratory experience and rodent handling is helpful but not essential.
Experience in protein purification, assay development, strong background in protein biochemistry and molecular biology techniques, able to work independently with good time management and multitasking are preferred.
NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.