Lead Research Specialist – Biomedical Informatics

Emory University

Lead Research Specialist supporting AI-driven maternal and infant health research at Emory University. Managing participant assessments, biospecimens, MRI data, and laboratory studies.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in laboratory techniques, research protocol design, and data analysis while ensuring compliance with ethical standards. Proficient in participant management and biospecimen collection, with a strong foundation in psychology and neuroscience.

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Laboratory TechniquesData AnalysisPhlebotomy CertificationResearch Protocol DesignParticipant Management

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Hard Skills

Research ProceduresData ManagementStatistical AnalysisExperimental ProceduresQuality AssuranceBiospecimen CollectionPsycho-Diagnostic AssessmentsMRI Data CollectionChart PreparationLiterature Review

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentTraining OthersCommunicationOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Laboratory EquipmentMRI ScanningData Analysis Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Phlebotomy Certification

Industry Keywords

Ethical StandardsIRB Regulation ManagementHazardous SubstancesResearch SettingsHuman DevelopmentNeuroscience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform specialized and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures under minimal supervision
Apply or adapt scientific techniques using independent judgment
Assist with protocol design
Investigate and propose alternative experimental procedures for consideration by a principal investigator
Assist in planning and scheduling research procedures
Analyze and interpret study results
Demonstrate and train others in laboratory techniques and equipment operation
Calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment
Review literature and compile findings on related research developments and techniques
Monitor laboratory processes for quality assurance
Record study results, compile and analyze data, and prepare charts and graphs
Monitor handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances
Assist with IRB regulation management and ensure compliance with ethical standards
Pre-screen potential research participants by telephone and coordinate evaluation and MRI scan scheduling
Obtain informed assent/consent from participants and guardians
Collect biospecimens for analyses
Administer psycho-diagnostic and cognitive assessments
Support MRI data collection and conduct basic data management and analysis
Contribute to grant and manuscript preparation
Organize laboratory activities and schedules

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Development, Neuroscience, or a related field
Experience working with infants or children
Prior involvement in research settings
Phlebotomy certification
Position tasks generally required to be performed in person at an Emory University location
Employees may be required to work with, take precautions against, and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion