Scientist Academic Research - Medical Oncology
Join Emory University's School of Medicine to drive advanced basic and translational research in medical oncology.
Best for:Best for experienced research scientists with a strong laboratory background in oncology or biomedical sciences.
Overview
Emory University invites applications for an Academic Research Scientist position within the School of Medicine's Department of Medical Oncology. The role functions as a high-level contributor responsible for designing, developing, and executing complex research experiments to support translational oncology programs. The successful candidate will provide leadership, ensure quality control, and train laboratory personnel, while contributing significantly to scientific publications and grant proposals. Candidates must possess a relevant graduate or doctoral degree along with substantial professional laboratory experience.
What you'll do
- Design, develop, and conduct advanced research experiments specific to the oncology program
- Provide leadership and oversee quality control and training of laboratory personnel
- Analyze complex data sets generated from experimental platforms using expert methodologies
- Contribute significantly to scientific publications and manuscript preparation
- Assist in grant writing and external funding applications, or potentially serve as principal investigator on funded proposals with faculty approval
Requirements
Degree required: PhD with 2 years of professional experience, Master's degree with 4 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 6 years of experience in a technical or research laboratory
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Significant authorship on publications is expected
- Advanced knowledge and expertise in laboratory and experimental platforms
- Demonstrated experience in designing and executing research experiments
- Proficiency in analyzing complex data from experimental platforms
- Experience in training and overseeing laboratory team members
- Track record of scientific authorship and publication
- Must meet minimum degree and professional laboratory experience requirements
- Internship experience or pre-degree work experience is not counted toward qualifying employment
Funding & terms
How to apply
Interested candidates must submit their application materials through the designated online recruitment portal by following the external application link provided.
- CV
Contact
404-727-9877
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