Research Associate (Kumari, Anuradha)

The Division of Microbiology & Immunology (M&I) within the Emory National Primate Research Center at Emory University is currently seeking a Research Associate to join Dr. Arash Grakouis lab. The Research Associate will investigate if the phenomenon between gut dysbiosis and neurological diseases also occurs in humans and to elucidate whether it may play role in diverse neurological conditions. The Research Associate will continue to expand her expertise in immunology microbiology and neurobiology disciplines. They will oversee training of other junior Postdoctoral Fellows graduate students and undergraduate students here at Emory University. They will continue to participate in providing lectures attending scientific meetings and writing scientific proposals and manuscripts.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate continued productivity and excellence in research and teaching.
• Continue professional development to begin to formulate an independent research program to prepare for an independent professional career and to seek an appointment as an independent investigator.
• Seek federal and/or foundation support to fund their research.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional degree and at least two years of postdoctoral training
• Evidence of outstanding research accomplishments during postdoctoral training as demonstrated by principal authorship of peer-reviewed research articles or other scholarly works in respected scientific journals. Evaluation of research accomplishments is based on the number of publications and the quality and scientific impact of the work.
• Originality in generating research ideas and formulating research plans.
• Excellent writing and speaking skills.
• Commitment to leadership in research training and teaching.
• Evidence that the appointees interests and activities are aligned with current or planned Center programs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Work environment involves working with human blood body fluids tissues or other potentially infectious materials
• Work environment involves potential exposure to hazardous chemicals
• Work environment involves working with nonhuman primates (nhp) nhp tissue body fluids or equipment contaminated by nhp
• Work environment involves working with animals

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT:

The Emory National Biomedical Research Center (ENBRC) in conjunction with Emory University conducts pre-employment screenings for all positions. These screenings may include an Information Network Associates (INA) and criminal background check and verification of work history academic credentials licenses and addition the process may include a drug screening with health assessment and review and mandate for various vaccinations. Updated COVID-19 vaccinations may be necessary for specific research projects.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.