Research Specialist, Psychology

Role Overview

• 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Experience using the FSL neuroimaging analysis software package and experience working with human research participants.
• Phlebotomy training; experience operating a MRI scanner.

Benefits

• Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.