Research Specialist - School of Medicine, Digestive Diseases

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 McKimpson laboratory is seeking a highly motivated individual who is passionate about science to join our team in the Department of Medicine, Division of Digestive Diseases, at Emory University. The lab investigates fundamental signaling mechanisms of hormone-secreting endocrine cells, particularly pancreatic beta-cells and gut enteroendocrine cells, in the context of diabetes and obesity so that we can discover new ways to treat disease. We are seeking a full-time Research Specialist to join us on this quest to cure diabetes! 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 equip...