Senior Research Specialist​/Biochemist - Tetramer Core

Senior Research Specialist/Biochemist – Tetramer Core

Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC), an NIH‑funded contract, seeks an experienced Senior Research Specialist/Biochemist for the Tetramer Core Facility (TCF). The role focuses on the production and distribution of MHC tetramers, reagents used to identify antigen‑specific T cells.

Key responsibilities include:

• Independent performance of highly technical and complex research, lab tests, and procedures.
• Developing highly specialized research procedures using advanced techniques and equipment.
• Contributing to protocol development.
• Serving as a technical resource for other research personnel.
• Analyzing and interpreting study results.
• Investigating and recommending alternative approaches to improve quality.
• Training research staff in specialized procedures.
• Recommending new equipment and supplies for specialized procedures.
• Contributing to departmental goal and objective development.
• Assisting in grant and other funding application preparation.
• Reviewing literature for related research developments and techniques.
• Preparing written materials, charts, and graphs on specialized techniques and results for publication or presentation.
• Overseeing quality assurance of research performed by others.
• Monitoring handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances.
• Performing related responsibilities as required.
• Managing safety precautions and potential hazardous agents.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field and four years of research experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as a team.

Working Environment:

• Work schedule to be discussed during interview.
• Exposure to hazards or physical risks requiring safety precautions.
• Typical laboratory environment.
• Ability to bend, kneel, and/or squat.

Pre‑employment Screening Statement:
The Emory National Primate Research Center in conjunction with Emory University conducts screenings including background checks, verification of credentials, drug screening, health assessment, and vaccination reviews.

Additional Details:
Emory is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Mid‑Senior level

Full-time

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Higher Education