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Join our team in advancing sickle cell disease research

We are always looking for talented and passionate individuals to join our team. Below are our current openings. Please click through to the official Emory job posting for complete details and to submit your application.

Lead Research Specialist

📍 Emory University – Sheehan Lab

💼 Full-Time

Position Overview

The Sheehan lab is a translational research lab focused on developing and advancing therapies to improve diagnostics for individuals with sickle cell disease. We are seeking a highly motivated, passionate and detail-oriented researcher to join our dynamic lab in a long-term position. The successful candidate will play a critical role in conducting high quality research, analyzing data and contributing to publications and grant applications. The job entails performing a variety of defined laboratory tests and research experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules with minimal supervision. Experiments will be designed in collaboration with the principal investigator. Experience with mouse models, cell culture and molecular techniques is desirable, but we can train motivated individuals in all necessary techniques. Handling of human blood samples is required; proof of immunization is required, and potentially additional immunizations may be needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and two years of research experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

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Additional Information

For the most up-to-date position details and requirements, please visit the official Emory job posting through the links provided above. All applications must be submitted through Emory's official hiring portal.

If you don't see a position that matches your qualifications but are interested in joining our lab, we encourage you to reach out to Dr. Sheehan directly through our contact page.