Research Specialist - School of Medicine Neurosurgery

Job description

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory 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. Description: The Boulis laboratory in the department of Neurosurgery at Emory University – Atlanta, GA - is seeking a capable and self-motivated individual to assist with small animal care and behavior essays, histology, and other molecular biology assays. The candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Our lab is primarily interested in gene therapy approaches for motor neuron diseases and novel approaches to nerve repair. More information about the lab can be found at: http://neurosurgery.emory.edu/research/boulislab/index.html. 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 maintenanc...