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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, performs a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules.
Sets up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator.
May be required to participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as sterilization and cleaning of equipment, ordering of supplies, inventory and media preparation.
Maintains records, files and logs of work performed in laboratory notebooks and computer databases.
Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants and seminar presentations.
Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
Performs related responsibilities as required by principal investigator.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
Preferred Qualifications (optional):
Bachelors or Masters (much preferred) degree in a scientific field related to biomedical engineering with a strong background in cell biology.
Experience in managing teams and laboratories would be required. Also, experience working with stem cells, particularly iPSCs, would be necessary.
Skills in synthesis of biomaterials would be beneficial.
Experience and skills in 3D printing and bioprinting including digital design, 3D printing processes (extrusion and stereolithography), and post-print processes (crosslinking, tissue culture) would be a plus
Additional Job Details:
Serving as a lab manager to conduct the regular and routine activities related to maintaining and operation of a research lab (ordering, inventory monitoring, scheduling, communications with the team, training new members, safety and maintenance tasks, etc.).
The person will contribute to extensive ongoing iPSC culture works in the lab.
Tasks include maintaining stem cells, running various differentiation protocols, and performing characterization assays on the cells.
The person will be also contributing to the synthesis of biomaterials in the lab, specifically the synthesis of gelatin methacrylate (GelMA) and PEGDM.
Works with 3D CAD modeling software to prepare the digital models for printing.
3D prints and bioprints the medical models using a variety of 3D printing systems.
Maintains records, files and logs of work performed in laboratory notebooks and computer databases.
Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants, and presentations.
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.
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