Research Specialist – Psychiatry

Emory University

Research Specialist performing defined research and lab tests in the School of Medicine. Collaborating on the Treatment Resistant Depression Program and executing study-related tasks.

Posted 5/26/2026part-timeDecatur • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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 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
Performs related responsibilities as required by the principal investigator.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training
Part-time research specialist in the Treatment Resistant Depression Program
Execute study-related tasks, including at the ketamine service line
15-20 hours/week
Required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location

Benefits

Comp & perks

Emory University is an equal opportunity employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

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Hard Skills & Tools

laboratory testsexperimentsdata compilationmedia preparationrecord maintenance

Soft Skills

attention to detailorganizational skills