Research Scientist (ETS) | Temporary
Not Disclosed•TemporaryOn-site
location_onPeachtree Circle Northeast, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30309, United States
About the Team
Emory University is a leading research university dedicated to fostering excellence and attracting world-class talent to innovate for the future. The Pak Research Group within the School of Nursing seeks a highly motivated Research Scientist to join a dynamic team focused on data analytics, scientific writing, and translational sleep research.
About the Role
This temporary appointment is designed for a recent PhD graduate or early-stage postdoctoral researcher eager to gain experience in high-impact publication development and NIH-funded translational research. The role serves as a bridge between data science and bench science, requiring a hybrid skillset.
You will lead and support statistical analyses using large clinical and epidemiologic datasets while simultaneously developing and executing biochemical and cell-based assays. This includes performing high-throughput screening of small molecule libraries and conducting structural optimization. As a hands-on bench scientist, you will communicate closely with biomedical investigators and medicinal chemists, potentially supervising staff. Your contributions will be substantial in preparing manuscripts, abstracts, conference presentations, and grant-related materials, ensuring the translation of research findings into peer-reviewed publications.
Work Environment & Location
This position offers the opportunity to work from home regularly, though it requires a flexible weekly commute to the Emory University campus in Atlanta, GA, based on business needs. Candidates must reside in the state of Georgia. Emory reserves the right to adjust remote work status with notice.
Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
Emory University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Emory complies with federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
We are committed to ensuring equal access for individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. To request an alternate format for this document or to seek an accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Requests should be made at least seven business days in advance to allow for coordination.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Peachtree Circle Northeast, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30309, United States
Atlanta, Georgia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead and support statistical analyses using large clinical and epidemiologic datasets
- check_circleContribute to manuscript preparation, scientific writing, and publication development
- check_circleAssist with preparation of abstracts, conference presentations, and grant-related materials
- check_circleConduct literature reviews and support interpretation of research findings
- check_circleDevelop biochemical and cell-based assays for high throughput screening of small molecule libraries
- check_circleDevelop and execute lower throughput biochemical or cell-based assays for structural optimization
- check_circleCommunicate with biomedical investigators and medicinal chemists regarding research progress
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree and seven years of related experience
- verifiedPhD in public health, nursing, neuroscience, epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, or related field
- verifiedResidency in the state of GA
Nice to Have
PhD in public health, nursing, neuroscience, epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, or related field. Recent PhD graduate or current/recent postdoctoral fellow. Demonstrated first-author publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Experience with statistical programming and data analysis.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Data Analytics, Scientific Writing, Statistical Analyses, Manuscript Preparation, Literature Reviews, Biochemical Assays, Cell-Based Assays, High Throughput Screening, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis.
Education: Bachelor's degree with 7 years experience or equivalent; PhD in public health, nursing, neuroscience, epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, or related field.
Frequently asked questions about Research Scientist (ETS) | Temporary at Emory Healthcare
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A Research Scientist (ETS) | Temporary at Emory Healthcare is responsible for the following: Lead and support statistical analyses using large clinical and epidemiologic datasets; Contribute to manuscript preparation, scientific writing, and publication development; Assist with preparation of abstracts, conference presentations, and grant-related materials; and Conduct literature reviews and support interpretation of research findings.
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Emory Healthcare is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree and seven years of related experience; PhD in public health, nursing, neuroscience, epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, or related field; and Residency in the state of GA.
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Research Scientist (ETS) | Temporary at Emory Healthcare is based in Peachtree Circle Northeast, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30309, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Emory Healthcare has listed this Research Scientist (ETS) | Temporary role as on-site.
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Research Scientist (ETS) | Temporary at Emory Healthcare typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Research Scientist (ETS) | Temporary at Emory Healthcare include Data Analytics; Scientific Writing; Statistical Analyses; Manuscript Preparation; Literature Reviews; Biochemical Assays; Cell-Based Assays; and High Throughput Screening.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree with 7 years experience or equivalent; and PhD in public health, nursing, neuroscience, epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, or related field.
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Research Scientist (ETS) | Temporary at Emory Healthcare is part of the scientific & qa job category on Recrutus.