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Join the dynamic and growing Emory Healthcare system (EHC) with more than 21,000 employees and 11 hospitals, EHC is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia. Emory Healthcare has $3.3 billion in annual net revenue and $89.1 million in charity care. System-wide, it has 2,673 licensed patient beds, 2,800 physicians practicing in more than 70 specialties and serves metro Atlanta with 250 locations.
Emory Healthcare, Division of Digestive Diseases is looking for an advanced endoscopist to join its growing practice. Qualified applicants are board certified/board eligible in Gastroenterology, completed one year of advanced endoscopy fellowship training and possess outstanding clinical, technical and interpersonal skills and training from top-rated institutions. Physicians with Emory Healthcare enjoy competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages. Track and rank will be commensurate with experience.
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The Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery at Emory University School of Medicine offers fellowship programs that give otolaryngology residency graduates the opportunity to train in the sub-specialty of their choosing, thereby preparing them for a more effective and successful practice. In addition to their training obligations, fellows will support residents' educational experiences. We are seeking three candidates for a one year fellowship in the following areas:
Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery and Microvascular Reconstruction
Emphasis: Development of comprehensive knowledge of the diagnosis, treatment, and management of complicated head and neck surgical diseases.
Laryngology
Emphasis: Development of competency in the diagnosis and treatment of voice, swallowing, and airway disorders, as well as exposure to their multidisciplinary medical and surgical treatments.
Rhinology
Emphasis: Development of an increased awareness of rhinology and allergy disorders, and exposure to their multidisciplinary medical and surgical treatments.
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EMORY HEALTHCARE/EMORY UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF UROLOGY RECONSTRUCTIVE UROLOGY FELLOWSHIP
The Department of Urology seeks to fill a one year clinical fellowship with a focus in reconstructive urology at the Emory Clinic, serving the Emory Healthcare system. Interest or experience in using the DaVinci Robot is preferred. Our current fellow will have completed over 300 robotic/laparoscopic cases. Candidates must have completed an ACGME urology residency and be eligible for a Georgia medical license. A stipend will be provided and will be commensurate with experience.
The Department of Urology seeks to fill a one year clinical/research fellowship with a focus in robotic and minimally invasive urology at the Emory Clinic, serving the Emory Healthcare system. This appointment will include a junior faculty position as a Clinical Instructor in the Emory School of Medicine. Interest or experience in using the DaVinci Robot is preferred. Our current fellow will have completed over 300 robotic/laparoscopic cases. Candidates must have completed an ACGME urology residency and be eligible for a Georgia medical license.
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The Department of Surgery at Emory University School of Medicine is looking for a qualified Medical Doctor who is interested in advanced breast / surgical oncology training. Applicants of the 2017 Surgical Fellowship Match must submit job applications using the Emory Careers Website. The Emory University Fellowship programs were created to foster the development of high quality fellowships included but not limited to General/GI, Oncology, Transplant, Plastics, Trauma/Surgical Care, and Cardiothoracic Surgery. This is a non-ACGME fellowship position overseen by Cletus Arciero, MD.
The mission of the Society of Surgical Oncology-approved, one-year Emory Breast Oncology Fellowship is to teach evidence-based clinical care, encourage inquiry with a research-focused approach, develop leadership skills for future career opportunities and growth, and produce graduates that will become leaders in academic breast surgery and continue the international excellence that has distinguished the current program.
The program accepts two fellows per year, who train at Emory University Hospital, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, AVON Comprehensive Breast Center at Grady Memorial Hospital, and Emory University Hospital Midtown. Upon the completion of training, fellows will have the skills necessary to apply an integrated interdisciplinary approach to the management of women with benign and malignant breast diseases in a comprehensive and compassionate manner.
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The Department of Surgery at Emory University School of Medicine is looking for a qualified Solid Organ Transplant Surgeon to join our team as a junior faculty member. Applicants of the 2017 Surgical Fellowship Match must submit job applications using the Emory Careers Website. The Emory University Fellowship programs were created to foster the development of high quality fellowships included but not limited to General/GI, Oncology, Transplant, Plastics, Trauma/Surgical Care, and Cardiothoracic Surgery.
This two-year clinical fellowship, overseen by Kenneth Newell, MD, is accredited by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons in adult and pediatric liver and kidney transplantation as well as adult pancreas transplantation. Fellows will be trained in the operative techniques of transplantation of abdominal solid organs, laparoscopic living donor nephrectomy, the procurement of abdominal organs for transplantation from deceased organ donors, and dialysis access procedures. Fellows will also be mentored in the preoperative evaluation of potential organ transplant recipients and the full spectrum of post-transplant management issues. Clinical research during the fellowship period is encouraged.
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Assistant Professor Transplant Surgery
Emory University’s Department of Surgery’s Division of Transplant Surgery seeks a full-time fellowship trained Abdominal Organ Transplant Surgeon at the rank of Assistant Professor to join a robust team. Candidates will be considered based on their experience and long-term career interests.
Summary of Duties:
- Serve as an abdominal organ transplant surgeon for the Division of Transplant Surgery within the Department of Surgery with an active inpatient and outpatient practice, with coverage and practice responsibilities across Emory-owned and affiliated hospitals.
- Participate in efforts to provide outstanding clinical care, maintain/improve quality and patient safety, access to and management of clinical trials, and developing/refining innovative strategies in the field of adult abdominal transplant surgery.
- Have particular efforts focused in the areas of interest clinical or scientific research or quality improvement.
- Participate in committees, patient selection conference, peer review, present cases in the M&M case conferences, manage patient workups and procedures according department guidelines, and adopt any tools and/or technologies deemed part of the practice of abdominal transplant.
- Participate in clinical research within the Division as well as efforts to secure extramural funding.
- Participate in the education and mentorship of medical students, residents and fellows and other rotators through the transplant surgery service.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Board certified in Urology
- Completion of an ASTS fellowship in Abdominal Organ Transplant
- An abundance of experience in deceased kidney, liver, and pancreas and living liver and kidney procurement
- A valid, unrestricted medical license to practice medicine in the State of Georgia
- A controlled Substance Registration Drug Enforcement Administration Certificate
Emory Healthcare is the largest health care system in Georgia, and the only health network in the state that brings together a full range of hospitals, clinics, and local practices.
Positioned in northeastern Georgia at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Atlanta is a vibrant, tree-canopied city consisting of many neighborhoods, each displaying its own unique characteristic. This capital city boasts permanent, professional, resident companies in all major performing arts disciplines, four major team sports franchises, over 300 parks and nature preserves, a temperate climate, a world-class restaurant scene, and more than 30 colleges and universities. Atlanta is one of the fastest growing U.S. cities, with a greater metropolitan population of over 6 million, and the world’s busiest airport located a short ride away.
Interested applicants should apply online to be considered. Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
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The Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences in the Emory University School of Medicine seeks a Director for the Division of Abdominal Imaging. The division provides services across the spectrum of advanced body imaging including CT, ultrasonography, MRI, fluoroscopy, and PET-MR. The division supports a premier academic abdominal imaging fellowship program and is integral to the success of Emory’s highly-ranked diagnostic radiology residency.
The Emory University Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences houses state-of-the-art resources in a vibrant academic and expanding multihospital and outpatient system with a large subspecialized clinical and research faculty in a supportive, diverse, and collegial environment. Emory operates the premier healthcare system in Georgia and has the only NCI designated comprehensive cancer center in the state. Emory University Hospital has been named a Top 100 Global Hospital in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2019 list. Atlanta is an energetic cosmopolitan city which provides global access, rich cultural diversity, and economic opportunity.
Ideal candidates should possess the operational skills and leadership vision to successfully guide the division in a department that is at the forefront of innovation, education and research. Candidates should have demonstrated enthusiasm in fostering faculty development and mentoring the next generation of leaders. Desired qualities also include the ability to grow the division in its clinical, educational, and research missions in alignment with broader institutional strategies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent, a minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in abdominal radiology, ABR Board certified and eligible to obtain an unrestricted Georgia medical license. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with experience and accomplishments.
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Emory University’s Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery seeks three full-time fellowship trained Cardiothoracic Surgeons at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to join a robust team. An appointment at the level of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor is anticipated, depending upon the candidate’s qualifications. All three of these positions will practice adult cardiac surgery at one or more Emory hospitals, including call coverage. Candidates will be considered based on their particular experience and long-term career interest in one of the following required areas:
• Robotic Cardiac Surgery,
• Complex Aortic Surgery, or
• Heart & Lung Transplantation
Summary of Duties:
• Serve as a cardiothoracic surgeon for the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery within the Department of Surgery with an active inpatient and outpatient practice, with coverage and practice responsibilities across Emory-owned and affiliated hospitals.
• Participate in efforts to provide outstanding clinical care, maintain/improve quality and patient safety, access to and management of clinical trials, and developing/refining innovative strategies in the field of adult cardiac surgery.
• Have particular efforts focused in the areas of interest noted above (robotic cardiac surgery, complex aortic surgery, or heart & lung transplantation).
• Participate in committees, peer review, present cases in the M&M case conferences, manage patient workups and procedures according department guidelines, and adopt any tools and/or technologies deemed part of the practice of adult cardiac surgery.
• Participate in clinical research within the Division as well as efforts to secure extramural funding.
• Participate in the education and mentorship of medical students, residents and fellows and other rotators through the cardiothoracic surgery service.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Cardiothoracic surgery fellowship
• A valid, unrestricted medical license to practice medicine in the State of Georgia
• A controlled Substance Registration Drug Enforcement Administration Certificate
Emory Healthcare is the largest health care system in Georgia, and the only health network in the state that brings together a full range of hospitals, clinics, and local practices.
Positioned in northeastern Georgia at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Atlanta is a vibrant, tree-canopied city consisting of many neighborhoods, each displaying its own unique characteristic. This capital city boasts permanent, professional, resident companies in all major performing arts disciplines, four major team sports franchises, over 300 parks and nature preserves, a temperate climate, a world-class restaurant scene, and more than 30 colleges and universities. Atlanta is one of the fastest growing U.S. cities, with a greater metropolitan population of over 6 million, and the world’s busiest airport located a short ride away.
Interested applicants should apply online to be considered. Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
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The Heart Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is recruiting for an Outpatient / City Call Pediatric Cardiologist to provide outpatient pediatric consultative and follow-up care for patients with suspected or proven cardiac issues.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the taking of pertinent history and performing a physical exam, performing and interpreting electrocardiograms and echocardiograms and interpreting Holter and cardiac event monitors. This position is full-time. The physician is also expected to know the indications for and ordering of other specific testing modalities, interpreting the results and communicating the results with families and referring physicians. In addition, the physician will be responsible to provide consultative and inpatient services including the ordering and interpretation and communication of tests and results at hospitals where they are asked to provide services by Sibley Heart Center Cardiology (SHCC).
For this position, there will be an emphasis on in-house consultative services. Consultative services will also include coverage weeks at one of the nation’s largest birthing centers (Northside Hospital) and at CHOA’s Scottish Rite campus. Strong hands-on echocardiography skill is required for this position.
The ability to perform and interpret fetal echocardiograms is desired for outpatient visits and consultations at outside hospitals/perinatology practices.
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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.
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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.
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DEPARTMENTAL STRUCTURE:
The Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery Program is a part of the Emory Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery and is part of the larger Emory University Department of Surgery. Additionally, this Program is in the newly developed Pediatric Institute, an organization that represents Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) and Emory, specifically the pediatric faculty that work in pediatrics at CHOA campuses. The Chief of the Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery Program is appointed by and reports directly to the Emory Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery, with an indirect reporting relationship to the Surgeon in Chief of CHOA. The Chief of Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery co-directs the CHOA Cardiac Service Line, known as Sibley Heart Center, in partnership with the CHOA Chief of Cardiology. Other faculty members of the Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery Program will report directly to the Chief of Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery. This program will provide patient care at the following locations: Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston, Emory University’s main hospital campus (Clifton) and The Emory Clinic.
CLINICAL ROLE:
• Serves as a cardiothoracic pediatric surgeon within the Department of Surgery’s Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery with an active inpatient and outpatient practice.
• Participates in the clinical education, training and development of Cardiothoracic Surgery residents through practice-site rotation activities and conferences.
• Participates in the development of unique clinical and basic research specific to Pediatric Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Participates in the Administrative operations of the Sub-Division/ Division/ Department/ Clinic/ University based upon assignments determined by the Division Chief and/ or Sub-Division Chief.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• Board certified in Surgery and Thoracic Surgery.
• Must possess a valid unrestricted medical license to practice in the State of Georgia.
• Must possess a valid controlled Substance Registration Drug Enforcement Administration Certificate.
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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.
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18 MONTH TERM APPOINTMENT
Position Summary
Reporting to the Head of Collection Processing, the Visiting Archivist leads the processing of collections documenting the history and culture of the Jewish community in the Southern United States and creates descriptive tools for the collection including MARC catalog records and Encoded Archival Description (EAD) finding aids. The Visiting Archivist will process four collections, including the papers of lawyer and activist Morris B. Abram, journalist and author Isaac Don Levine, religious scholar and Emory University professor Jack Boozer, and memoirist Bert Lewyn. The incumbent is expected to provide outreach on behalf of the Rose Library, through social media, contributions to Rose Library publications, and the planning of an event to celebrate the conclusion of the project.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
ARRANGEMENT AND DESCRIPTION
- Arranges and describes personal and professional papers documenting the history and culture of the Jewish Community in the Southern United States.
- Develops and implements work plans with proposed arrangement schemes and timelines, and adjusts or modifies as needed.
- Performs basic preservation work such as removing rusty metal hardware, unfolding and flattening documents, and transferring material to new, acid-free folders and boxes.
- Conducts appraisal of material within collections, a process by which the permanent, archival value of materials are evaluated.
- Writes finding aids for collection, describing the creator of the records as well as the subject content of the collection. Finding aids also include detailed box and folder inventories.
- Encodes finding aids in XML according to the Encoded Archival Description (EAD) standard.
- Loads and maintains XML records in the EmoryFindingAids database.
- Creates MARC format bibliographic record for collection, which are included in both WorldCat and the library's local catalog.
- May also produce other descriptive tools such as local indexes as needed.
- Coordinates with the conservation unit regarding preservation issues with the collection.
- Works with Rose Library conservation liaison to send materials to the conservation unit.
- May coordinate recruitment, hiring, orientation, training, supervision, and evaluation of student employees if budget allows for student assistants.
- Provides oral reports on the progress of the project on a bi-weekly basis.
- Provides written reports on the progress of the project on a periodic basis or as needed.
OUTREACH, PUBLIC PROGRAMMING, AND REFERENCE
- Writes articles and blogs and posts to social media to promote use of processed collections.
- May answer occasional reference questions about processed collections using detailed knowledge of the material gained from processing or provide other reference assistance in person or by phone if necessary.
- Collaborates with Rose Library and Woodruff Library staff to plan promotional event celebrating completion of the project.
- Identifies and invites collaboration and participation in the culminating event from other Atlanta-are archival repositories whose holdings include Jewish historical collection.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participates in appropriate professional and scholarly associations and organizations including maintaining membership and/or accreditation; attending meetings, conferences, workshops; and serving in appointed or elected positions.
- Maintains up-to-date professional knowledge and skills in areas related to primary job assignment as well as maintains general knowledge of current trends in higher education, academic libraries, and information and educational technology.
- Adheres to guidelines outlined in the Handbook Governing the Librarian series for Faculty-Equivalent Librariansto ensure appointment, appointment renewal and promotion-in-rank
- Participates in library and campus committees as appropriate for service purposes.
Required Qualifications
- ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library and Information Science or Archival Studies OR equivalent education and experience (relevant subject expertise combined with professional library education and/or experience).
- Knowledge of arranging and describing archives and manuscript collections, preferably in a special collections library in an academic environment.
- Knowledge of issues relating to archives and manuscript collections.
- Knowledge of current national archival and descriptive standards and best practices, including working knowledge of MARC, EAD, DACS, and other archival descriptive standards.
- Knowledge of conservation and preservation needs of archival collections.
- Ability to build and sustain effective interpersonal relationships with library staff, faculty and students, off campus faculty and administrators, campus administrators, etc.
- Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both as a team member and independently and to promote teamwork among colleagues.
- Evidence of analytical, organizational, communication, project, and time management skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and complete tasks and projects on time and within budget and in accordance with task/project parameters.
- Commitment to fostering a diverse educational environment and workplace and an ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty and student population.
- Capacity to thrive in an ambiguous, future-oriented environment of a major research institution and to respond effectively to changing needs and priorities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends and issues in academic libraries, higher education, and relevant subject disciplines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in Jewish history and culture.
- Familiarity with XML schemas and the use of XML editors (such as XMetal or oXygen).
- Familiarity with the use of bibliographic information systems (such as Alma).
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This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team of two board-certified pathologists and 18 pathology staff members supporting the clinical and research missions of Yerkes National Primate Research Center. The Center’s research programs include studies on infectious diseases (such as HIV and malaria), vaccine development, neuroscience, and transplantation. We maintain a colony of approximately 3,000 nonhuman primates, including rhesus monkeys, cynomolgus monkeys, pigtail macaques, sooty mangabeys, squirrel monkeys, and chimpanzees. A rodent vivarium is also located on site.
The minimum qualifications for this position include a DVM (or equivalent) degree and eligibility for ACVP board certification. While there are no additional requirements, candidates with a PhD degree and/or prior experience with diseases and pathology of nonhuman primates are preferred. Specific training in nonhuman primate pathology will be offered as needed. The primary job responsibilities include providing diagnostic pathology services, both in support of the clinical care of the nonhuman primate and rodent colonies and in support of ongoing research projects. The successful applicant is also expected to engage in collaborative or independent research, and to participate in teaching laboratory animal and primate pathology to laboratory animal veterinary residents. The salary will be commensurate with the applicant’s experience.
Interested individuals must apply online, uploading a CV, letter indicating experience and research interests.
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24-MONTH TERM APPOINTMENT
Position Summary
Reporting to the Head of Collection Processing, the Visiting Archivist leads the processing of the Geoffrey Holder and Carmen De Lavallade papers and creates descriptive tools for the collection including a MARC catalog record and Encoded Archival Description (EAD) finding aid. The Visiting Archivist is also responsible for providing reference services to researchers, which may include Emory students and faculty, visiting scholars, and members of the public. The incumbent is expected to provide outreach on behalf of the Rose Library, through social media, contributions to Rose Library publications, and/or the creation of exhibits based on the project.
Geoffrey Holder (1930-2014) was a Trinidadian-American actor, voice actor, dancer, choreographer, singer, director, and painter. Carmen De Lavallade is an American actress, dancer, and choreographer. The Rose Library acquired the papers of the couple in 2018 and the collection includes art portfolios, awards and honors, books and periodicals, correspondence, ephemera, family papers, memorabilia, photographs, printed material, scripts, and audiovisual recordings.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
ARRANGEMENT AND DESCRIPTION
- Arranges and describes over 300 linear feet of personal and professional papers of performers Geoffrey Holder and Carmen De Lavallade, includes art portfolios, awards and honors, books and periodicals, correspondence, ephemera, family papers, memorabilia, photographs, printed material, scripts, and audiovisual recordings.
- Analyzes collection and determines appropriate levels of arrangement and description for each component.
- Develops and implements work plans with proposed arrangement schemes and timelines, and adjusts or modifies as needed.
- Leads a team of graduate students to arrange and describe collection in accordance with current library and archival standards.
- Performs basic preservation work such as removing rusty metal hardware, unfolding and flattening documents, and transferring material to new, acid-free folders and boxes.
- Conducts appraisal of material within collections, a process by which the permanent, archival value of materials are evaluated.
- Writes finding aids for collection, describing the creator of the records as well as the subject content of the collection. Finding aids also include detailed box and folder inventories.
- Encodes finding aids in XML according to the Encoded Archival Description (EAD) standard.
- Loads and maintains XML records in the EmoryFindingAids database.
- Creates MARC format bibliographic record for collection, which are included in both WorldCat and the library's local catalog.
- May also produce other descriptive tools such as local indexes as needed.
- Coordinates with the conservation unit regarding preservation issues with the collection.
- Works with Rose Library conservation liaison to send materials to the conservation unit.
- Coordinates recruitment, hiring, orientation, training, supervision, and evaluation of student employees.
- Coaches, mentors, and counsels student employees in order to develop students in a positive and proactive manner ensuring individuals have opportunity to develop broad knowledge of library operations and services as well specialized skills.
- Provides oral reports on the progress of the project on a bi-weekly basis.
- Provides written reports on the progress of the project on a periodic basis or as needed.
REFERENCE AND SECURITY
- Provides reference assistance in person and by phone to Emory students and faculty, visiting scholars, and the public as needed and assigned, including 4-6 hours of weekly reference desk shifts and a rotating 8 hour Saturday shift.
- Occasionally answers written reference questions relating to collections of which the incumbent has special knowledge.
- Oversees reading room security by monitoring use of materials in the reading room as well as working with researchers of to explain the rules of care and handling for special collections material.
- Guides researchers through the completion of annual registration forms, manuscript use forms, and other paperwork.
- Provides occasional oversight for service providers working in secure, non-public areas of the Rose.
OUTREACH AND PUBLIC PROGRAMMING
- Coordinates with the digital curation team regarding the digitization of materials within the collection.
- May collaborate with curatorial and exhibit staff in the planning, curation, and design of exhibitions based on the collection that comprises the grant project.
- Writes articles and blog posts about manuscript collections, especially upon completion of processing projects.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participates in appropriate professional and scholarly associations and organizations including maintaining membership and/or accreditation; attending meetings, conferences, workshops; and serving in appointed or elected positions.
- Maintains up-to-date professional knowledge and skills in areas related to primary job assignment as well as maintains general knowledge of current trends in higher education, academic libraries, and information and educational technology.
- Provides reference assistance to Emory students and faculty, visiting scholars, and the public as needed and assigned.
- Adheres to guidelines outlined in the Handbook Governing the Librarian series for Faculty-Equivalent Librariansto ensure appointment, appointment renewal and promotion-in-rank
- Participates in library and campus committees as appropriate for service purposes.
Required Qualifications
- ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library and Information Science or Archival Studies OR equivalent education and experience (relevant subject expertise combined with professional library education and/or experience).
- One to two years of experience arranging and describing archival or manuscript collections in an academic library setting.
- Knowledge of arranging and describing archives and manuscript collections, preferably in a special collections library in an academic environment.
- Knowledge of issues relating to archives and manuscript collections.
- Knowledge of current national archival and descriptive standards and best practices, including working knowledge of MARC, EAD, DACS, and other archival descriptive standards.
- Knowledge of conservation and preservation needs of archival collections.
- Ability to build and sustain effective interpersonal relationships with library staff, faculty and students, off campus faculty and administrators, campus administrators, etc.
- Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both as a team member and independently and to promote teamwork among colleagues.
- Evidence of analytical, organizational, communication, project, and time management skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and complete tasks and projects on time and within budget and in accordance with task/project parameters.
- Commitment to fostering a diverse educational environment and workplace and an ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty and student population.
- Capacity to thrive in an ambiguous, future-oriented environment of a major research institution and to respond effectively to changing needs and priorities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends and issues in academic libraries, higher education, and relevant subject disciplines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in African American history and culture.
- Familiarity with XML schemas and the use of XML editors (such as XMetal or oXygen).
- Familiarity with the use of bibliographic information systems (such as Alma).
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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.
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Faculty Position
Clinical Chemistry / Clinical Pathology
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine within the Emory University School of Medicine is requesting applications for the Director of Clinical Chemistry and Toxicology at Emory University Hospital, at the faculty rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, commensurate with experience. Applicants must possess an earned M.D and/or Ph.D. with board certification in either Clinical Pathology or Clinical Chemistry. We are seeking a highly-motivated individual with broad experience in academic Core Laboratories, including expertise in the areas of laboratory operations, total automation, chemistry, hematology, coagulation, and urinalysis. Additionally, the ideal candidate must possess expertise in clinical toxicology and a minimum of 5 years of experience in mass spectrometry and capillary electrophoresis in order to oversee the Special chemistry laboratory. Interest and expertise in related areas including point-of-care-testing, toxicology, pharmacogenomics, lab support services, and/or operation of diagnostic management teams is highly encouraged. Successful applicants will be expected to have an established record of scientific excellence in research activities, and to contribute to teaching at the professional and graduate levels.
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine of Emory University is one of the largest training centers for pathologists in the United States. As such, it offers unique and exciting teaching, clinical service, and research environments with programs in Immunology, Pathology Informatics, Molecular Diagnostics, Flow Cytometry, Transfusion Medicine and Coagulation, and a COMACC-approved Clinical Chemistry Fellowship. In addition, the presence at Emory of world-renowned clinical programs in cancer research, cardiology, transplantation, and neuroscience offers a full range of opportunities for creative collaboration. The Department provides professional oversight for pathology services provided by Emory Medical Laboratory (EML) at locations including Emory University Hospital (587 beds), Emory University Hospital-Midtown (511 beds) and Emory University Orthopedic and Spine Hospital (60 beds). EML manages 6 million tests per year and employs approximately 500 laboratory professionals. In addition, EML has over 25 faculty members who actively participate in the clinical, research, and education missions of Emory Healthcare. While this position will be based primarily at the Emory University Hospital, occasional activities will occur at other Emory Healthcare locations as well.
Candidates must apply online and submit: (1) a letter indicating their professional experience, research interests and future goals; (2) a curriculum vitae; and (3) copies of up to three significant publications. In order to receive full consideration, these materials should be submitted by December 25, 2019.
Direct inquires to:jroback@emory.edu
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The Hubert Department of Global Health (HDGH), Rollins School of Public Health (RSPH), Emory University is seeking to recruit a ResearchAssistant Professor (Non-Tenure Track) with expertise in environmental health, nutrition, and gender.
The ideal candidate will have academic training in global health and nutrition, as well as in the social and biological/biomedical sciences. The candidate should have demonstrated experience in leading research to understand the social and biological factors associated with environmental health and nutrition outcomes. Training and experience should include methodological expertise in measurement of social factors such as agency and empowerment. The candidate also should have a record of conducting rigorous evaluations of global environmental health and nutrition interventions, including expertise and skills for a range of evaluation designs.
Candidates should have a PhD, with a strong record of academic research, a robust mixed-methods (qualitative and quantitative) skill set, hands-on experience conducting research in low- and middle-income country settings, a demonstrated potential for publishing in high-impact journals and securing competitive external funding, and the ability to build interdisciplinary international collaborations for global environmental health, nutrition, and gender research. Numerous opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration exist within the department, with other academic departments at Emory schools, in Atlanta, nationally and globally. Interest and experience engaging with other research within the Global Health department and conducting interdisciplinary research (e.g., integrating environmental health and nutrition with agriculture, sexual and reproductive health, etc.) is welcome. Substantial, applied program implementation and management experience (i.e. outside academia) also is highly desirable.
HDGH (http://www.sph.emory.edu/hpdih.html) includes strong programs in community health and development, infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, nutrition, sexual and reproductive health, and WASH. RSPH employs 180 full-time faculty members, and more than 1,000 full and part-time students are obtaining Master’s degrees in its six Departments and five PhD programs. The department hosts many international fellows, including Humphrey, Foege, Fogarty, Muskie, and Fulbright. HDGH is expanding its network of global partners by building strategic alliances with developing and emerging global players in public health. The department has unique partnerships with Atlanta-based organizations such as Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CARE, the Carter Center, and American Cancer Society, and with health organizations around the world. RSPH houses several centers, which include faculty from across the University and partner institutions.
How to Apply: Candidates must apply through the Emory Career website. Applicants must include: 1) a letter addressed to Dr. Kathryn Yount, Chair of Search Committee, describing relevant background and interests; 2) a curriculum vita; and 3) names of three or more references.
Evaluation of applications will begin November 2019 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications will be kept confidential, and references will not be contacted without the applicant’s permission.
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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.