Assistant Scientist (Academic Research) - Emory College of Arts and Sciences
About the role
The Ling Lab in the Department of Biology at Emory University is seeking an Assistant Academic Research Scientist to join their team. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in gene regulation, chromatin biology, and quantitative cell biology.
Responsibilities
- Experimental design and data analysis
- Data interpretation and communication
- Protocol development
- Grant and funding applications
- Assisting with daily lab operations
Requirements
- PhD or MD with 5+ years of professional-level experience in a technical or research lab
- Laboratory experience relevant to the assigned program
- Training in yeast genetics, molecular biology, live-cell single-molecule microscopy, and quantitative image analysis
- Experience with R, Python, and MATLAB is preferred
- Eligibility for a Georgia medical license if applying with a M.D. or equivalent degree
Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in biology or a related field
- Good communication skills, attention to detail, and strong time management abilities
- Prior experience with yeast genetics, fluorescence microscopy, image analysis, or computational analysis is a plus
Benefits
This position offers a two-year commitment and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to research projects, potentially leading to authorship on publications. Emory University provides a supportive environment for career growth and development.
Pay
Details on pay will be provided during the interview process.
Schedule
The position requires in-person work at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion.
Additional Details
Emory University is an equal opportunity employer and ensures equal access to all programs, services, and activities for qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. For more information, please visit Emory's Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy.