Research Specialist Supervisor

Discover Your Career at Emory UniversityEmory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.DescriptionThe Research Specialist Supervisor LNP administers research programs/studies by: hiring and supervising research personnel; participating in project planning; and developing, implementing and evaluating research protocols, techniques and procedures. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises staff by orienting, training and providing performance feedback. Provides expertise and training in methodology, basic laboratory procedures and equipment operation. Prepares and monitors research related budgets. Assists in developing and submitting grant proposals and in monitoring grant expenditures. Advises principal investigator of changes in reporting or accounting requirements and assists researchers in meeting requirements. Develops models for patents, licensing and manufacturing agreements with researchers. Monitors and enforces the contracts and monetary returns for products developed through research. Performs a wide range of laboratory tests, specimen preparation and experimental procedures for routine and specialized studies. Selects or develops effective research methodologies. Collects and analyzes results of studies and provides interpretation of results. Co-authors or authors publications based on laboratory research and findings. Recommends new equipment and supply purchases; investigates equipment malfunctions and schedules maintenance/repair. Monitors quality control of media, reagents and cleaning procedures and addresses any problems. Keeps abreast of safety procedures and monitors the handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances. Performs related responsibilities as required. Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in a related science field and four years of research experience of which one year is in a supervisory role in a laboratory, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.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.Additional DetailsEmory 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. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io (V) | View phone number on click.appcast.io (TDD).Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) | View phone number on click.appcast.io (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.Job SummaryJob Number: 170763Job Type: Regular Full-TimeDivision: School Of MedicineDepartment: SOM: BME: AdminJob Category: Laboratory ResearchCampus Location (For Posting) : Location: US-GA-AtlantaLocation : Name: Emory Campus-Clifton CorridorRemote Work Classification: No RemoteHealth and Safety Information: Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals, Working in a laboratory, Working with animals, Working with human blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials