The Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Emory University seeks a leader for a program of translational research in adoptive cellular therapy. The leader is expected to be an accomplished scientist/physician-scientist in the field of cell therapy, who will provide leadership to the cell therapy program both for cancer and regenerative medicine applications. The leader will foster a collaborative environment and provide scientific oversight and leadership for a newly renovated GMP facility at Emory and will help support studies of innovative cell therapies manufactured at Emory. The leader will have access to a generous package supporting recruitment, infrastructure and supporting investigators in execution of cell therapy trials. The leader will have an academic appointment in the department of Hematology/Medical Oncology, commensurate with experience. Leadership
- Able to articulate and carry out a compelling research, education, and clinical vision for cellular therapy in oncology
- Pursues diversity, equity, and inclusion in each of these missions
- Understands the organizational landscape and can anticipate and articulate the critical issues, opportunities, and risk assessments for adoptive cell therapy approaches into patients
- Leads the faculty and staff of the Department conducting cell therapy research and models standards for exemplary patient care, research and education
- Exhibits an appreciation for the need for preparation, collaboration, planning, communication, and benchmarking of results in his/her approach to problem solving and program building
- Is skilled at recruitment and retention, faculty development and values the role of leaders in mentoring
- Champions new initiatives or directives for advancing cell therapy approaches for cancer within our department and across the institution at large
- Appreciates and understands the value of collaboration and team building with other professions and disciplines – skilled at getting individuals, teams, and an entire department to perform at a higher level and to embrace change
- Negotiates skillfully to achieve a fair outcome or promote a common cause
- Communicates a compelling vision and is committed to what needs to be done; inspires others, builds motivated, high-performing teams; understands what motivates different people
Management
- Ability to manage a complex program of cell therapy in a matrixed environment with success measured in well-defined metrics
- Skilled at organizing and managing human resources, including resolving conflict
- Understands and passionately advocates for compliance with institutional and external regulations
- Responsible for management of program budgets
Academic Credentials
- M.D. or Ph.D. required. For M.D. candidates, possession of, or eligibility for, a medical license in the State of Georgia.
- National recognition in the field of cellular therapy research and research as evidenced by involvement in scholarship to the discipline and national recognition such as academic societies at a national level
- Candidates must be eligible for a research, teaching or clinical academic appointment within the School of Medicine.
The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the individual in this position. Rather, this position description highlights the general nature and primary aspects of the role.
Endowed Associate/Full Professor, Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Program, Emory University School of Medicine
The Parkinson’s disease and Movement Disorders Program in the Department of Neurology at Emory University invite applications for an endowed faculty position at the Associate Professor or Professor level. This is a broad search for clinician researchers in the field of Parkinson’s disease and atypical parkinsonism. Research topics may include, but are not limited to, cognition in parkinsonism, mechanisms of neurodegeneration, neuroinflammation, genetics, imaging, cell vulnerability, neurophysiology, or the development of animal or cellular models of Parkinson’s disease. The candidate should have a strong commitment to graduate education. A M.D., or equivalent degree is required.
Candidates should submit applications online to include; a CV, a research statement, a teaching statement, two or three representative publications, and potential references. Please also include a brief diversity statement in a cover letter, addressing past activities and future plans to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity in your professional career. letters and inquiries can be sent to Stewart Factor, DO, Program director.
Grady Hospital is seeking 2 board certified Physiatrists to assist with development and launching a 24 bed inpatient rehabilitation unit, on site with Atlanta's only Level 1 trauma center and the leading Stroke Center of Excellence in the Southeastern USA.
This unit is designed to accept medically complex SCI, TBI, Stroke patients in transfer from the ICU/Step-down units to improve successful and efficient discharge rate to home for patients whose lives have been saved, however, they may not otherwise qualify for acute rehabilitation services elsewhere due to limited funding.
The ideal candidate would have a strong interest in caring for people regardless of background, a track record of innovative approaches to patient care, strong interpersonal skills, and a desire to teach residents.
Call for the unit will be provided by these 2 physicians. The physician will be an employee of Emory University and will be a vital piece of a growing PMR department at Grady Hospital in downtown Atlanta.
The Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences at the Emory University School of Medicine is seeking a Board Eligible/Certified full-time faculty pediatric interventional radiologist for its Pediatric Radiology Division.
Qualified applicants should have interventional radiology training and prior clinical experience appropriate for our dynamic and growing practice.
Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience.
Full/Part Time
This position involves:
Working with radiactive materials or devices.
The Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences is comprised of a large multi-specialty collaborative faculty, and is one of the preeminent academic radiology departments in the nation. Emory Healthcare is a high-quality care provider in the Southeast. The Division of Pediatric Radiology currently provides interventional radiology staffing for the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta system, one of the largest pediatric health systems in the country. The pediatric interventional radiology group covers greater than 600 pediatric hospital beds and provides daily clinical services at both Egleston and Scottish Rite Hospitals.
State-of-the-art clinical equipment and extensive research facilities and collaborations are present across the enterprise. Atlanta is a highly desirable, growing metropolitan area with many attractions and an optimal climate.
Children’s is dreaming bigger to create healing spaces for the children of metro Atlanta, Georgia and the Southeast. The new Arthur M. Blank Hospital (opening in 2024) will consist of 19 stories and more than 1.5 million square feet of hospital space. This expansion includes the addition of four new interventional radiology suites. We are building capacity to provide specialty care in a high-tech environment dedicated to clinical research, training and innovation. For more information on the Arthur M. Blank Hospital, please go to choa.org/shapingtomorrow
Additional Information:
Employment will be in the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute with a faculty appointment with the Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences at Emory University. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.
The Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology of Emory University School of Medicine and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta are seeking pediatric trained anesthesiologists to join our general anesthesiology staff at Children’s, the leading pediatric care provider in the state of Georgia. Our group practices at Children's Egleston campus providing anesthesia care for children undergoing surgical procedures of all types as well as care for children undergoing diagnostic and interventional procedures outside of the OR environment. We also provide the anesthesia services one of Children's ambulatory surgical centers. Care is provided with an anesthesia team model that includes pediatric anesthesiology fellows, anesthesiology residents, and anesthetists.
Teaching and research activities are important components of our mission and the ideal candidate will bring skills and experiences that can enhance these areas of our Division. Our program includes an ACGME accredited pediatric anesthesiology fellowship. Research and teaching activities are cultivated through strong relationships and affiliations with the other departments within the Emory School of Medicine, the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory, Georgia Institute of Technology and the Centers for Disease Control. This position includes an academic appointment with Emory University School of Medicine with rank commensurate with experience. Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Anesthesiology is required.
Children’s is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Georgia and one of the largest in the country. We are in the process of a significant building program that will enhance our capacity to care for children in Georgia and the surrounding states. Children’s is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital and consistently has been listed as one of Fortune magazine’s 100 best places to work.
Interested candidates should apply online and submit a curriculum vitae.
Additional Information:
Employment will be through the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.
The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and the Emory University Department of Pediatrics invites interested applicants for the position of Aflac Neuro-Oncology Researcher. The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center provides a rich and collaborative environment for basic, clinical, and translational research and boasts a diverse faculty. Ideal candidates will have a strong record of scientific accomplishments and proven success in obtaining extramural funding to conduct independent research within a defined investigation area related to the development and/or treatment of pediatric solid tumors. In addition, the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center has close affiliations with research investigators within the Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, and the Georgia Institute of Technology, and a willingness to collaborate across departmental or center boundaries is essential.
About the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center
The successful candidate will join one of the country's most robust pediatric hematology/oncology programs.
• The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center has 115 faculty and 35 Advance Practice Providers (APPs), conducting basic, translational, and clinical research related to pediatric oncology and hematology disorders, with expertise in leukemias, lymphomas, brain tumors, neuroblastoma, sarcomas, rare tumors, renal tumors, CAR T-cell therapies, hemoglobinopathies and hemophilia.
• More than 7,000 children with cancer and blood disorders are treated annually at the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center
• The Aflac pediatric oncology program sees ~500 new cancer diagnoses each year. This includes ~150 new solid tumors, ~50 of which are sarcomas. Aflac is the pediatric component of the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University.
• The Aflac pediatric hematology program is one of the largest in the country (including >2,000 active patients with sickle cell disease, and 600 with bleeding or clotting disorders)
• The Aflac blood and marrow transplantation program performs ~80 transplants each year, and is one of the leaders in curative therapies for hemoglobinopathies.
• In 2021, the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center was ranked No. 6 in the nation for Pediatric Cancer by US News and World Report
• In 2020, Aflac faculty generated $21.5M in extramural funding, including more than $12.3M from the NIH
• The Aflac fellowship program accepts 6 fellows each year for intensive clinical and research training in pediatric hematology/oncology. We are one of the few pediatric programs with an NIH-funded T32 training grant in non-malignant hematology
• The Aflac Developmental Therapeutics Program offers a wide portfolio of clinical trials from cooperative groups, industry partners, and investigator-initiated studies, and has a larger referral base in the southeastern United States. Aflac is a member of the COG Pediatric Early Phase Clinical Trials Network (PEP-CTN), NANT, TACL, and PBTC.
• The MIBG and Relapsed Neuroblastoma Program is the largest in the southeast and has treated ~100 patients with therapeutic MIBG since its inception in 2013.
• Aflac is a leading contributor to the Children's Oncology Group, having been #1 in therapeutic trial enrollments for the past 2 years and annually in the top 4.
This position will allow a wealth of opportunities for research collaborations within the Department of Pediatrics, with Emory's NCI-designated cancer center (Winship Cancer Institute), as well as with Emory basic science departments, the Rollins School of Public Health, the American Cancer Society (located in Atlanta), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Georgia Institute of Technology.
Successful candidates will have:
• MD and/or PhD degree
• A strong record of scholarship and appropriate funding as an independent investigator, and will be expected to work in a collaborative fashion conducting nationally recognized research in pediatric oncology
• A history of academic excellence/achievement
• A strong interest in mentorship of trainees and junior faculty to support growth in research and scholarship
• A history of service or leadership in a hematology-oncology program
• Develop the SCD database and EPIC registry capabilities
• Support design and analysis of clinical, translational, and basic science hematology projects
• Pursue independent research projects, including the impact of cell based therapy on red cell rheology in SCD, and the effects of vitamin D supplementation on HbF levels and clinical outcomes in SCD.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and accomplishments. The primary focus of this position will be an emphasis on innovative research administrative duties. (100% effort).
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University have worked together since 1956, facilitating leading-edge pediatric research, training, and innovation. Together, our partnership advances research and facilitates evidence-based quality care for children. In 2020, the Emory Department of Pediatrics was the #1 ranked pediatric department in National Institutes of Health research funding.
To apply
Applicants interested in this position complete the online application and upload a curriculum vitae, a summary of research accomplishments, a description of future independent research plans, and three letters of reference to:
Vivien Sheehan, MD, PhD
Director of Translational SCD Research
The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Associate Professor of Pediatrics
Emory University School of Medicine
2015 Uppergate Dr Rm 422
Atlanta, GA 30322
404 727 7100 office
901 833 5435 cell
The Division of Cancer Biology in the Department of Radiation Oncology of the Winship Cancer Institute and Emory University School of Medicine invites applications for a full-time tenure-eligible/tenured faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, in the broadly-defined area of cancer biology research with potential translational relevance and impact for the field of radiation oncology.
Research in the Division encompasses mechanistic and translational studies aimed at better understanding biological processes relevant to cancer etiology, prevention, diagnosis, detection, and treatment. These include but are not limited to DNA repair, maintenance of genome stability, cancer immunology, epigenetics, metabolism, signal transduction, particle radiobiology and therapy, cell death mechanisms, and imaging (see: https://med.emory.edu/departments/radiation-oncology/index.html). Division faculty members participate in broader University initiatives, including the Emory Vaccine Center, the Biological Discovery through Chemical Innovation (BDCI) Initiative, the Emory Artificial Intelligence (AI) Humanity Initiative, and the Georgia Clinical and Translational Science Alliance (CTSA). Opportunities abound for synergy throughout the School of Medicine, Emory College of Arts & Sciences, Georgia Institute of Technology, Morehouse School of Medicine, and Georgia State University. Faculty members have ready access to state-of-the-art instrumentation within the department and via Emory Shared Resources (https://med.emory.edu/research/core_labs/index.html)
The Department of Radiation Oncology is ranked in the top 10 in the nation in NIH funding. It operates multiple clinical sites in the greater Atlanta area, including the Emory Proton Therapy Center, and has an NCI-designated Radiation Biology Integration Network (ROBIN) Center award. The Emory Graduate Division of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, which operates eight interdisciplinary PhD programs, provides access to predoctoral trainees, and an NCI T32 Training Program in Cancer Biology provides mentored training and financial support for postdoctoral trainees.
Candidates should hold a PhD degree. Selection criteria include a track record of scientific productivity appropriate to current rank/position, as evidenced by primary research publications, current and proposed extramural funding, synergy with current research in the Division/Department and at Emory, as well as future research vision and potential to contribute to graduate, postdoctoral, and resident training. A competitive year-round salary and start-up package will be provided.
The Emory University School of Medicine is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture and climate in which all can thrive and achieve their full potential, and in doing so, enrich the health and well-being of our local, national, and global community. The school is guided by Emory University’s Institutional Statement on Diversity (https://diversity.emory.edu/statement-terms.html) and the Association of American Medical College’s (AAMC) Diversity, Equity and Inclusion competencies across the learning continuum. Emory University is located in Atlanta, Georgia, which offers rich and diverse cultural opportunities. Atlanta has vigorous technology, biomedical, and higher education sectors and offers a sunny four-season climate with extensive parks, green space, and access to recreational opportunities.
Our team is part of the Center for Cystic Fibrosis and Airways Disease Research (CF-AIR) at Emory University, which exists to answer questions that will improve the early diagnosis, treatment and outcomes of society’s most important pediatric diseases by combining high-quality, fact-based lab discoveries and innovative patient-based research. Applicants will benefit from a vibrant community of researchers with comprehensive training opportunities and interactions with clinicians, patients, and caregivers.
The Kopp Lab utilizes multidisciplinary and innovative approaches to advance our understanding as to how innate immunity contributes to the pathogenesis of chronic lung diseases. We focus on host-pathogen interactions that impact chronic respiratory diseases such as CF and lung disease related to sickle cell. The two main areas of this research include how innate immune cells fail to regulate infection in chronic lung diseases as well as elucidating biomarkers/pathways of early inflammatory airway disease. We use the information gained to help develop novel therapeutics and targets to allow for improved killing of bacteria and regulation of hyper-inflammatory signaling in chronic respiratory diseases.
Our passion and vision are to rapidly translate research discoveries into effective treatment and prevention strategies for children and adults afflicted with chronic respiratory diseases such as CF and sickle cell. To achieve these goals, we actively engage in translating our findings from the bench to the clinic whenever possible, aligned with Dr. Kopp’s goals as a physician-scientist.
Qualified candidates will be asked for additional supplemental items including CV, references, and a one-page statement of research interests.
Responsibilities
- Develops and implements research projects in conjunction with PI; identifies methodological problems in research protocols and develops solutions to those
- Independently performs assessments of immune responses to bacterial infection.
- Collects and analyzes data in accordance with appropriate statistical procedures and prepare reports, inclusive of graphs, tables, and captured images of the results of studies.
- Maintains detailed laboratory notebooks and electronic records.
- Monitors use of reagents and supplies to assure budgetary constraints are followed.
- Maintains a clean working area and adheres to proper safety techniques and procedures.
- Communicates daily with PI and lab teammates to discuss results, progress, and coordinate efforts.
To be successful in this position, the ideal candidate will:
- Independently execute research studies according to grant and research proposals within stated deadlines.
- Analyze data and prepare results of experimental findings for presentation to colleagues, at professional conferences and for publication in scientific journals.
- Assure compliance with research protocols and safety requirements.
- Oversee and direct undergraduate students, research interns and other trainees in the timely completion of experiments, proper conduct of research and accurate record keeping.
- Support a collaborative research environment and provides guidance on technical and operational aspects of
- Actively participate in collaborative lab meetings to present
- Read and review scientific
- Manage laboratory needs (e.g. ordering, organizing, training and compliance).
Qualifications
Education: PD, Ph.D, Pharm.D., or equivalent degree oreferred
Specific skills:
- Skilled in laboratory techniques required for microbiological and immunological assessments (e.g. sterile technique, cell culture, flow cytometry, Western blotting, immunofluorescent microscopy) and genetic analyses.
- Must have strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy in
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication and organizational
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a collaborative
- Willing and eager to learn novel and evolving
- Excellent math skills are required.
- Utilizes software applications to assemble, format and perform statistical analyses of
- Eager to develop new protocols.
- Bioinformatics experience is encouraged.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field. Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills. The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.
Open Rank Tenure Eligible/Tenured Faculty Position in the Division of Health Services Research, Outcomes, and Policy in the Department of Radiation Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University School of Medicine
The Division of Health Services Research, Outcomes, and Policy in the Department of Radiation Oncology of the Winship Cancer Institute and Emory University School of Medicine invites applications for a full-time tenure-eligible/tenured faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, in the broadly-defined areas of health services, outcomes, and policy with potential impact in the field of radiation oncology.
Research in the Division encompasses multidisciplinary quantitative and qualitative studies to enhance and improve radiation oncology systems to operate at the highest level of quality and value to optimize patient and population outcomes. These include but are not limited to research relevant to cancer prevention, treatment access and utilization, and cancer control in the fields of implementation science, health communication and decision-making, health disparities, operations research, health technology, symptom science, and health economics (see: https://med.emory.edu/departments/radiation-oncology/index.html). Division faculty members participate in broader University initiatives, including the Emory Health Services Research Center and the Emory Artificial Intelligence (AI) Humanity Initiative. Opportunities abound for synergy throughout the School of Medicine, Emory Rollins School of Public Health, Emory College of Arts & Sciences, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Cancer Society, Georgia Institute of Technology, Morehouse School of Medicine, and Georgia State University. Faculty members have ready access to resources within the Department, the Georgia Center for Cancer Statistics including the Georgia Comprehensive Cancer Registry, and the Emory Shared Resources (https://med.emory.edu/research/core_labs/index.html)
The Department of Radiation Oncology is ranked in the top 10 in the nation in NIH funding. It operates multiple clinical sites in the greater Atlanta area, including the Emory Proton Therapy Center.
Candidates should hold a PhD degree. Selection criteria include a track record of scientific productivity and collaboration appropriate to current rank/position, as evidenced by primary research publications, current and proposed extramural funding, synergy with current research in the Division/Department and at Emory, as well as future research vision and potential to contribute to junior faculty, graduate, postdoctoral, and resident mentorship and training. Individuals with strong methodological backgrounds will be preferred. A competitive year-round salary and start-up package will be provided.
The Emory University School of Medicine is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture and climate in which all can thrive and achieve their full potential, and in doing so, enrich the health and well-being of our local, national, and global community. The school is guided by Emory University’s Institutional Statement on Diversity (https://diversity.emory.edu/statement-terms.html) and the Association of American Medical College’s (AAMC) Diversity, Equity and Inclusion competencies across the learning continuum. Emory University is located in Atlanta, Georgia, which offers rich and diverse cultural opportunities. Atlanta has vigorous technology, biomedical, and higher education sectors and offers a sunny four-season climate with extensive parks, green space, and access to recreational opportunities.
The Emory University Department of Emergency Medicine offers a wide variety of postgraduate Fellowship training opportunities including Academic, Administrative and Ultrasound Fellowships. All physicians are expected to provide medical care to patients in a hospital emergency department including examining, evaluating, and treating patients with emergent medical conditions, illnesses or injuries.
- Academic Fellowship
- Program Specific Details and Information: https://med.emory.edu/departments/emergency-medicine/education/fellowship/medical-education.html
- Administrative Fellowship
- Program Specific Details and Information: https://med.emory.edu/departments/emergency-medicine/education/fellowship/administrative/index.html
- Ultrasound Fellowship
- Program Specific Details and Information: https://med.emory.edu/departments/emergency-medicine/education/fellowship/ultrasound/index.html
- Health Policy Fellowship
- Program Specific Details and Information: https://med.emory.edu/departments/emergency-medicine/education/fellowship/health-policy.html
- Observation Medicine Fellowship
- Program Specific Details and Information: https://med.emory.edu/departments/emergency-medicine/education/fellowship/observation.html
- Fellowship in Innovation and Discovery
- Program Specific Details and Information: https://med.emory.edu/departments/emergency-medicine/education/fellowship/innovation-discovery-fellowship.html
All fellow programs may be viewed here: https://med.emory.edu/departments/emergency-medicine/education/fellowship/index.html
General Qualifications:
- Applicants interested in post graduated Academic Emergency Medicine training must be able to fulfill duties and educational objectives as detailed by program
- Applicants must be board eligible or certified by ABEM/AOBEM and be able to obtain an appointment to the Emory University School of Medicine and The Emory Clinic
- Fellows must be able to obtain medical licensure in the state of Georgia and obtain hospital credentials in emergency medicine at Emory Healthcare and Grady Health System. Fellows must be eligible at participants in Medicare, Medicaid and other third-party payers contracted with Emory Healthcare and Grady Health System
- Other concerns or modifications from the standard curriculum outline will be considered on an individual basis
Key Responsibilities (non-program specific):
- Provide high quality patient care in one or more of the program's affiliated emergency departments
- May participate in medical staff activity, department QA, or other service at one of the programs affiliated hospitals under the direction of the ED director of that hospital
- May supervise medical students, house staff, and other trainees or learners
- Ensure that all emergency medical care delivered in the department meets a high standard of quality. The attending physician in the department is ultimately responsible for all care given in the ED during their shift
- Maintain professional skills and an appropriate fund of knowledge through continuing medical education
Fellowship Evaluation:
Successful completion of coursework will be considered the minimal requirement for completion of the didactic component of the first two years of the program. The participant's performance will be formally reviewed by the fellow's mentor as well as faculty advisors from both within and outside the Department of Emergency Medicine.
The clinical performance will be evaluated by the Emergency Department Medical Director/Service Chief of the fellow's base hospital and reviewed by the Chairman of the Department of Emergency Medicine. Written feedback will include evaluations by all training physicians and students who were mentored by the fellow.
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
We are seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Fellow candidate to join the Medina Lab to conduct research in virus-host interactions. The trainee will receive advanced training from the Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career. Our group focuses on understanding the molecular basis of disease, pathogenesis and immune responses induced during Influenza virus and SARS-CoV-2 and other RNA virus infections, using systems biology approaches. The candidate will be expected to design and carry out research projects and experiments independently to achieve research goals, develop new ideas that promote current research, develop new protocols, test and evaluate a variety of approaches, prepare and publish scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator. The Postdoctoral Fellow may also be responsible for operation of specific equipment and may teach techniques to others and train research staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Design and carry out research projects independently to achieve research goals
- Develop new protocols, test and evaluate a variety of approaches
- Write manuscript for publications in scientific journals
- Project management, including oversight other personnel in the laboratory
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field. Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills. The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A strong background in one or a combination of the following areas: molecular virology, cell culture systems, in animal models, and a solid understanding of virology and immunology. Prior experience in working Biosafety Level 3 (BSL3), omics data analysis or statistical modeling is highly desirable.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Helps design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career. The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc. Designs and evaluates experiments. Develops new ideas that promote current research. Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator. May be responsible for operation of specific equipment. May teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff. Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee. The initial appointment is for one year, renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available. Appointments cannot exceed five years.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field. Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills. The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.
Job Description: The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at the Emory School of Medicine is seeking an Assistant Professor to join the Emory PGP Asthma, Allergy, and Immunology team. Emory is known for excellence in clinical medicine, nationally and internationally renowned research, as well as, passionate teaching. The Assistant Professor is expected to be committed to providing informed exceptional patient care and partnering with the nursing and administrative staff. The position is primarily clinical and outpatient-based in Atlanta, Georgia.
Qualifications: Medical degree, prior experience in an Allergy clinical setting, excellent letters of reference and be able to obtain a Georgia medical license.
Emory University School of Medicine, is fully committed to the shared values of diversity and inclusion in order to achieve and sustain excellence. We firmly believe that we best promote excellence by recruiting and retaining a diverse group of faculty and staff promoting a sense of inclusion and belonging for every member of our community. This climate for diversity, inclusion and excellence is critical to attaining the best scholarship, teaching, and research.
Collaborate. Innovate. Serve. These three simple words capture what we do at the Emory National Primate Research Center of Emory University (ENPRC/EPC) to help advance science and improve the health and well-being of humans and non-human primates.
Dedicated to discovering causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of disease, EPC is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, EPC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at http://enprc.emory.edu.
We have an immediate faculty equivalent opening for either an Asst. or Assoc. Veterinarian Scientist (Clinical Veterinarian), with a background and interest in research animal medicine. The successful candidate will join a team of thirteen veterinarians within the EPC Division of Animal Resources, which is responsible for the care and well-being of a large population of nonhuman primates. ENPRC is a major biomedical research institution that is rapidly expanding with its main facilities at Emory University and 117-acre Field Station in Lawrenceville. The position will primarily be based at the Field Station in Lawrenceville, Georgia. ENPRC veterinary staff provides preventative and clinical veterinary care for the nonhuman primate and rodent colony as well as research support to the resident and collaborating scientists in a diverse array of disciplines including immunology, infectious diseases, neuroscience, transplant medicine, imaging, psychobiology and other areas of research. The successful candidate will contribute to a wider range of IACUC, colony management, behavioral management and training activities and participate in the planning, design and or renovation of existing and new animal research facilities. S/he will contribute to the supervision of veterinary technicians and Emory's ACLAM residency training program.
The ideal candidate will have a DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited institution, be licensed to practice veterinary medicine, and have training or experience in laboratory animal medicine. S/he will also have excellent interpersonal and team building skills and strong written/oral communication skills. ACLAM certification or board eligibility is highly desirable, as are knowledge and hands on experience in surgical and medical procedures in nonhuman primates. Collaborative involvement with investigators is strongly encouraged and prior experience in an academic environment is a plus. An excellent remuneration package will be offered to the right individual.
As noted, this position is primarily based/housed at the Emory Field Station in Lawrenceville, Georgia, although the new hire will be part of the overall veterinary department that is based at both the Main Station (Atlanta, Emory University campus) and Field Station. The Clinical Veterinarian at the Field Station works in collaboration with and reports directly to the Assistant Director of Animal Resources, Field Station, as well as the Associate Director of Animal Resources.
Clinical
- Clinical care of all animal species at the Field Station (monkeys and chimpanzees)
- Surgical intervention and support as necessary
- Emergency veterinary support on weekday evenings and weekends at the Field Station, on a rotating basis
- Emergency veterinary support on holidays at both the Main Station and Field Station, on a rotating basis
- Participation in clinical and pathology rounds
- Communication with other units (Colony Management, Animal Care, Research Labs, and Behavioral Management) regarding the clinical health and welfare of animals
Colony Care and Management
- Participate in bi-monthly colony management meetings
- Support of the SPF program
- Management of quarantine animals
- Processing animals for shipments
Research
- Provide guidance on protocol development to investigators, including IACUC veterinary consults
- Collect research sample specimens including rectal and lymph node biopsies, bone marrow and lymph node aspirates, CSF collection, etc.
- Communication with investigators regarding assigned research animals
- Initiate and/or collaborate in clinical and laboratory animals medicine research studies, including project design, proposal preparation and publication of findings
- Prepares case reports, abstracts, posters and platform sessions for presentation at professional meetings
- Administrative/Regulatory
- Assistance with management of veterinary technician staff
- Ensure ongoing activities are in compliance with current regulations, institutional SOPs and approved IACUC protocols
- Opportunities for participation in committees (e.g. IACUC, Safety and Allocation committees)
- Preparation for and participation in IACUC and USDA inspections at FS, as well as NIH and AAALAC site visits
Preventative Medicine
- Preventative health management of monkeys and chimpanzees
- Participation in routine examinations of monkeys and chimps
- Participation in assessment of quarantine animals
Training
- Oversight and training of veterinary technicians, externs, interns and residents
- Participation in monthly training sessions including primate grand rounds, histopathology rounds, and the journal club
- Participation informal didactic training of residents and others
- Training of research and animal care staff as needed
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT:
Emory NPRC in conjunction with Emory University conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which may include education verification, reference check, criminal and other background check, sex offender registry check, health assessment, and possible drug screen. This also may include the validation of either COVID-19 vaccination records or an approved Emory *exemption if your position is in a clinical setting. *Note—there is no exemption for this position. Emory NPRC/EPC processing for hands-on work clearance instructions will then follow and will include a general health assessment and mandatory tuberculosis (TB) testing.
The Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences at Emory University School of Medicine offers a one-year fellowship in Emergency and Trauma Imaging. There are five fellows per year. There are currently fellowship openings for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026.
Emory University Healthcare provides emergency services to over 250,000 patients annually. Fellows receive comprehensive clinical experience in imaging arising from the emergency departments of five teaching hospitals (interpreted from two central reading rooms): Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Emory St. Joseph’s Hospital, and Grady Memorial Hospital.
Clinically, fellows can expect to gain emergent interpretive experience in CT, MR, Ultrasound, and radiography within a high volume 24-7-365 environment. Due to the size and breadth of our healthcare system, diagnostic volume and variety of clinical exposure is unrivaled. Fellows have the ability to customize their training experience to accommodate post-fellowship plans with a clinical or academic focus. Protected academic time at up to one day per week can be allotted for fellows interested in exploring research interests. Elective time within other subspecialty divisions can be explored.
The Division of Emergency Radiology hosts educational case conferences, M&M conferences, and a lecture series designed to enhance fellow education. Medical and allied health students and resident interactions afford fellows ample teaching opportunities. Fellows have a professional development fund of $2000 to spend on educational materials or conference attendance.
Applicants must have completed or be scheduled to complete an ACGME (American) or RCPSC (Canadian) accredited diagnostic radiology residency prior to July 1 of the fellowship year. Qualified applicants must hold an MD degree or equivalent and meet requirements for medical licensure in the state of Georgia.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in partnership with the Division of Pediatric Neurology, Department of Pediatrics at Emory University are looking for a Pediatric Neurologist with special expertise in epilepsy/neurophysiology to join an academic/clinical team at an Assistant/Associate Professor level. The successful candidate will become an active member of the pediatric neurology clinical care team; contributing to the area of Epilepsy and neurophysiology and developing expertise as a clinical researcher. Epileptologists participate in the teaching of Neurology Residents and Epilepsy Fellows as well as staffing a 12 bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, Fast Access Neurology clinics and reading LTVM/EEG studies. Children’s has several epilepsy sub specialty clinical programs in Ketogenic diet, genetic epilepsy, Infantile Spasms/epileptic encephalopathy, psychogenic non epileptic events (PNEE) and Epilepsy Surgery. The successful candidate can be part of the any existing programs or can develop his/her own niche.
The Pediatric Neurosciences Program is part of the Brain Health Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and ranked 1st in the Southeast and 12th in the USA by U.S. News & World Report. It is one of the largest programs in the country, handling more than 2,400 pediatric neurological inpatient cases and performing over 1,400 neurosurgeries each year.
Children’s is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Georgia and one of the largest in the country, serving nearly 400,000 unique patients each year with 638 licensed beds. Children's has state-of-the-art facilities and technology, an electronic medical record, voice recognition software and access to more than 60 pediatric sub-specialties. As one of the top Children’s hospital in the nation, Children’s has been listed as one of Fortune magazine’s 100 best places to work for 13 consecutive years.
Emory's Department of Pediatrics is ranked number 3 in research funding by the National Institutes of Health. For interested candidates, there are lots of research opportunities available with Emory neurosciences, Georgia Tech, adult neurology and CDC. Working together, the Emory+Children’s Pediatric Institute supports the ongoing professional and leadership development of physicians while maintaining a healthy balance between academics and clinical work and rewarding excellence and productivity in both.
Emory + Children’s offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program. The Department offers a courtesy scholarship, in addition to a faculty development and mentoring program designed to help faculty succeed in clinical programs, translational or basic research and to thrive as educators.
Interested individuals should apply online and upload a curriculum vitae.
Additional Information
Employment will be in the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.
The Division of Pediatric Neurology at Emory University Department of Pediatrics and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta are seeking a Generalist in Neurology with interests in clinical services through Emory's pediatric faculty practice plan in the School of Medicine, the largest pediatric multispecialty practice in Georgia. We are expanding to meet the needs of the growing pediatric community. We are committed to giving children a bright future by providing the highest quality state-of-the-art clinical care and improving how we care for children through scientific research, as well as, training the next generation of leaders in pediatrics.
Our Pediatric Neurology Division
Our pediatric neurology team consists of 22 neurologists, soon to become 25 who are all faculty members in the Department of Pediatrics at the Emory School of Medicine, and we are looking to expand our division even further.
Emory Pediatric Neurology services are offered in collaboration with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, ranked as one of the best hospitals for children in the United States by U.S. News & World Report. The Pediatric Neurosciences Program at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is ranked 12th in the USA by USNWR and one of the largest in the country, handling more than 2,400 pediatric neurological inpatient cases and performing over 1,400 neurosurgeries each year.
The neurology faculty is involved with many clinical research studies ranging from clinical trials to basic and translational research. Faculty progress their career by collaborating with our adult neurology, Emory neurosciences program, Georgia Tech and Marcus autism center. With the Center for Disease Control and Prevention nearby, there are many opportunities for collaborations on national and international projects as well.
Certification Summary
-Board Eligible/Board certified
-Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Georgia
-Current DEA registration
-BLS certification is required. PALS certification
-Preferred Qualifications
-Experience in respective clinical area
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
-Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families and as a team member
-Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Professional Staff
-Demonstrates the following skills in accomplishing job duties and responsibilities:
-Personal organization and time management
-Human relations and teamwork
-Personal adaptability
-Personal motivation
-Listening
Responsibilities
-Provides patient care within the respective clinical area which complies with the Professional Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations and Children’s policies and procedures.
-Participates in and incorporates Quality Improvement and research findings into practice.
-Provides and/or serves as a resource for patient/family and staff education.
-Provides an authenticated report of all physician services rendered and maintains accurate and complete records in an acceptable manner.
-Completes necessary documentation and ensures communication to facilitate patent care and appropriate reimbursement.
-Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area.
-Participates in activities that enhance professional development, complete and maintain certification in BLS, PALS, or NALS (by 12/31/01) and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the area assigned.
-Performs other responsibilities as required.
System Responsibilities
Safety: Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Responsible for the reporting of employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the supervisor and in the occurrence notification system.
Compliance: Monitors and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and policies and procedures related to area of responsibility. Identifies potential risk areas within area of responsibility and supports problem resolution process. Maintains records of compliance activities and reports compliance activities to the Compliance Office.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.
Additional Information
Employment will be in the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce.
Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.
We are seeking a post-doc candidate to conduct research in human Immunology while receiving advanced training from the Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career. Designs and evaluates experiments. Develops new ideas that promote current research. Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator. May be responsible for operation of specific equipment. May teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Design and carry out research projects independently to achieve research goals
- Develop new protocols, test and evaluate a variety of approaches
- Write manuscript for publications in scientific journals
- Project management, including oversight other personnel in the laboratory
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field. Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills. The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Ideal candidate should have a strong background in one or a combination of the following areas: Bioinformatics, Statistics, cell culture systems, and flow cytometric assay. Preference will be given to candidates who have a solid understanding of HIV-1 immunology and have prior experience in omics data analysis. Experience in statistical modeling and machine learning is highly desirable.
The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing is committed to attracting diverse world-class faculty to advance the School’s mission to educate visionary nurse leaders and scholars, generate and apply knowledge, and transform nursing, health, and systems of health care within the local and global community. We are seeking mid-career and senior researcher applicants for tenured, tenure-track, and research track faculty positions in the field of Gerontology and Aging Studies. Led by an eminent nurse researcher, the school has drawn an interdisciplinary faculty to the Gerontology and Aging Studies program. Currently, Gerontology and Aging Studies faculty in the school lead centers for palliative care and dementia family caregiving and engage in scholarship examining the intersections of chronic illness and the social determinants of health. The school’s aging research portfolio is national in reach, entails collaborations with universities across the country, includes a wide variety of methods (psychosocial, ecological, physiological), and extends to heterogeneous populations. Appointments may be made at the ranks of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, commensurate with experience.
As an integral part of the Robert W. Woodruff Health Sciences Center of Emory University, the School of Nursing maintains and seeks to extend research leadership and collaborative relationships with Emory’s many strong interdisciplinary initiatives. The school’s Gerontology and Aging Studies program enjoys very strong intercollegial research relationships through its own Roybal Center for Dementia Family Caregiving and its Palliative Care Program. Faculty are linked with the Woodruff Health Sciences Center for Health in Aging and collaborate closely with the Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology in the School of Medicine. Connections with Emory’s Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, the Atlanta VA Geriatric Research, Education, and Clinical Center (GRECC), the Center for AIDS Research. The School provides many other interdisciplinary collaborative opportunities, including with colleagues in Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health, Emory’s College of Arts and Sciences, Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia State University, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Qualifications: Candidates at the assistant professor level must possess a research doctorate, have evidence of post-doctoral training, and strong potential for an actively funded program of research. Candidates at the associate and full professor level should have evidence of a sustained, extramurally funded program of research and strong track record of publications commiserate with the rank they are seeking. Candidates who are nurses must hold or be eligible for licensure in the State of Georgia. Apply online by providing current CV, cover letter describing specific interest, and contact information for three references.
The Center for Behavioral and Mental Health at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in conjunction with the Divisions of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, & Nutrition and Allergy and Immunology within the Department of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine, are expanding mental health services for medically complex children.
This position focuses on providing clinical care in two primary areas: (1) Providing screening, assessment, and behavioral health intervention for children and parents with allergic diseases, particularly food allergy, seen through the Emory+Children’s Food Allergy Center; and (2) Providing assessment and behavioral health interventions for children with gastrointestinal conditions and their families. There are opportunities to participate in program development for both allergy and psychogastroenterology clinic programming.
The clinician will join one practicing pediatric psychologist in the Food Allergy Program and two practicing pediatric psychologists in Gastroenterology in addition to 25+ pediatric psychologists across the Children’s system. We are seeking individuals who are interested in joining a dedicated team of professionals seeking to provide the highest quality care to children with pediatric food allergy and gastrointestinal disease. The clinician will join an active multidisciplinary team that includes professionals from Medicine (allergists/immunologists, gastroenterologists, advanced practice providers) and Nutrition. The clinician will be responsible for maintaining their own case load in each of the programs, with patients primarily referred by the treating medical team.
Successful candidates will have specific clinical training and skills related to the assessment and intervention of psychosocial needs associated with medical illness. Outpatient services will occur in co-located and integrated care clinics, where the clinician will be able to follow patients presenting for routine food allergy and gastrointestinal medical care as well as medical procedures such as oral food challenges. Outpatient appointments will be in-person or via telehealth. There are opportunities to supervise trainees at the Master’s and predoctoral level. There will also be opportunities for independent and/or collaborative research by joining or initiating research projects on a range of allergic and gastrointestinal disease-related topics.
Successful candidates will possess a PhD or PsyD in clinical psychology or a related field from an APA/CPA accredited program, have completed an APA accredited child internship, must be license-eligible to practice as a psychologist in the state of Georgia, and must obtain board certification through the American Board of Professional Psychology within hospital guidelines. The successful candidate will have experience with diagnostic interviewing, behavioral and cognitive-behavioral intervention, and behavioral parent training, all with medically complex youth.
Additional Information
Employment will be through the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.