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Emory University in Atlanta, GA, a nationally competitive NCAA Division III institution and a member of the University Athletic Association (UAA), is accepting applications for the position of Head Softball Coach. The head coach is responsible for all aspects of a highly competitive NCAA Division III softball program. Duties include, but not limited to: all coaching duties related to games and practices, recruiting, student-athlete development, fund-raising, scheduling, budget management, travel arrangements, alumni & public relations and staff supervision. The successful candidate must adhere to all NCAA, UAA, and institutional policies and procedures and to work cooperatively with all constituencies and campus units.
A Bachelor’s degree is required; however a Master’s degree is preferred. The ideal candidate will have previous college playing and head coaching experience with a strong understanding of the NCAA Division III philosophy and its role at a top-ranked, private, comprehensive institution. Must also possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills, communicate effectively (verbal and written), have the ability to multi-task and operate within an extremely motivated, team oriented atmosphere.
This position is a full-time, ten-month, faculty equivalent appointment with a comprehensive benefits package.
Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three professional references.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled and full consideration will be given to applications submitted by June 25, 2018.
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Director of Neuroradiology, Emory University Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences
The Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences of the Emory University School of Medicine seeks a Director for the Division of Neuroradiology. Ideal candidates should be leaders in Neuroradiology and have the requisite operational and leadership experience to successfully guide the division. Candidates should have demonstrated success in scholarship, clinical innovation and/or education, and be capable of fostering faculty development.
The Emory University Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences is comprised of state-of-the-art resources across 6 hospitals and multiple outpatient sites with a large subspecialized clinical and research faculty. The Division of Neuroradiology consists of 16 clinical faculty who provide services across the spectrum of neuroimaging, with dedicated subspecialists in head and neck imaging, functional imaging, and pediatric neuroradiology. Innovative clinic-embedded reading rooms allow improved interactions with patients and collaboration with clinicians in neurology, neurosurgery and otolaryngology subspecialties. Faculty interpret CT and MRI and perform a variety of procedures including myelograms, lumbar punctures, and head and neck biopsies. Diagnostic cerebral angiography and endovascular interventions are performed by a separate interventional neuroradiology division. The Division of Neuroradiology supports a premier neuroradiology fellowship program with 8 clinical fellows annually and is integral to the success and education of Emory’s highly-ranked diagnostic radiology residency.
The successful applicant (MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent) should be ABR board-certified. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with experience. Qualified candidates should submit a CV and cover letter describing relevant background and interest in the position.
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Seeking a full-time faculty member in our Glaucoma Service (rank determination will be based on experience). Applicants must be board eligible or certified. Primary responsibilities for this position will include clinical, educational, and at least some participation in clinical research duties at the Emory Eye Center and Emory Healthcare affiliated community centers and hospitals. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
This position is designed to support our main clinic at Emory as well as our community centers of excellence as the need arises. There could also be the opportunity for teaching and clinical contributions at Grady Hospital. The scope of clinical practice will be determined by the Service Director of Glaucoma and the Department Chair.
For more information about our School and programs, please visit us at www.med.emory.edu and www.eyecenter.emory.edu.
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Apply for this position via Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/51271. Only applications received through Interfolio will be reviewed.
Librarian, Teaching and Assessment
This position is located 38 miles east of Atlanta on the original 1836 Emory campus in Oxford, Georgia.
Oxford College of Emory University re-invites candidates to apply for the position of Teaching and Assessment Librarian. We seek an enthusiastic individual with proven teaching, assessment, user-experience, and technology skills to work with the library leadership team to develop and deliver innovative, quality services for the Oxford College Library (http://oxford.library.emory.edu/). The librarian will help create a culture of assessment for the library as a part of the overall College assessment program. The library is committed to an intellectual partnership with the faculty to integrate information literacy into the curriculum of the College. The College provides a liberal arts intensive curriculum for the first two years of the Emory baccalaureate degree.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate for this position will develop innovative services, modules, and programs to assist first and second year students in building important information literacy abilities. The Teaching and Assessment Librarian plays an integral role in support of the College’s inquiry driven curriculum and the University’s emphasis on effective student learning by active teaching in support of the Research Practices instructional program in collaboration with other teaching librarians and faculty. The librarian will focus on strategic and organizational goals to coordinate collection, analysis, and documentation of data for assessment; develop an evidence-based approach to achieving strategic objectives related to library services and user needs; coordinate library-wide assessment projects; and support colleagues engaged in assessment of library services. The librarian will provide individual research consultations for students and faculty along with some scheduled night and weekend work. The librarian will have subject expertise preferably in the social sciences, such as psychology, sociology, anthropology, economics, or political science. The individual will be an active member of internal library teams along with other College and University groups and professional organizations.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary based on qualifications and experience. This is a faculty-equivalent librarian position that follows a rank and promotion process. Emory University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition benefits. Several retirement plan options are available, including TIAA.
Required:
a graduate degree in librarianship from an ALA-accredited institution; demonstrated effective teaching experience including discipline-specific instruction sessions; knowledge of research methodology and experience in meeting the research needs of students and faculty; experience articulating the value of academic libraries through quantitative and/or qualitative assessment methodologies; applied knowledge of emerging technologies; self-motivation; flexibility; strong problem-solving, organizational, interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills; initiative and ability to conceive and carry out projects on a deadline, including the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and effectively respond to the needs of a campus community that makes heavy demands on library services; ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Please apply for this position via Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/51271, including a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references. In letters of application, candidates should address their interest in working in Oxford College’s undergraduate, liberal arts intensive environment that emphasizes close faculty-student interaction and values diversity and inclusion.
Application review begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages women and minority candidates.
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Apply for this position via Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/51130. Only applications received through Interfolio will be reviewed.
Librarian, Teaching and Digital Projects
This position is located 38 miles east of Atlanta on the original 1836 Emory campus in Oxford, Georgia.
Oxford College of Emory University invites candidates to apply for the position of Teaching and Digital Projects Librarian. We seek an enthusiastic individual with proven teaching, technology, and other skills related to the creation and support of digital resources to work with the library leadership team to develop and deliver innovative, quality services for the Oxford College Library (http://oxford.library.emory.edu/). The librarian will coordinate projects that enhance curricular initiatives such as the Discovery Seminars and Milestone Experience; and, develop digital library systems and services in support of teaching, learning, and research of students and faculty. The library is committed to an intellectual partnership with the faculty to integrate information literacy into the curriculum of the College. The College provides a liberal arts intensive curriculum for the first two years of the Emory baccalaureate degree.
Responsibilities:
The Teaching and Digital Projects Librarian plays an integral role in support of the College’s inquiry driven curriculum and the University’s emphasis on effective student learning by active teaching in support of the Research Practices instructional program in collaboration with other teaching librarians and faculty. The successful candidate for this position will develop innovative services, modules, and programs to assist first and second year students in building important information literacy abilities.
The Teaching and Digital Projects librarian will also oversee development of innovative services and programs for students and faculty; assist with development of digital portfolios; assist with scholarly communications and open access initiatives; and use knowledge of disciplinary trends to maintain and/or implement digital systems and repositories. The librarian will provide individual research consultations for students and faculty along with some scheduled night and weekend work. The librarian will have subject expertise preferably in the sciences, such as biology, chemistry, physics, human health or environmental sciences. The individual will be an active member of internal library teams along with other College and University groups and professional organizations.
Required: a graduate degree in librarianship from an ALA-accredited institution; demonstrated effective teaching experience including discipline-specific instruction sessions; knowledge of research methodology and experience in meeting the research needs of students and faculty; experience working collaboratively to support the creation and discovery of digital content; applied knowledge of emerging technologies; self-motivation; flexibility; strong problem-solving, organizational, interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills; initiative and ability to conceive and carry out projects on a deadline, including the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and effectively respond to the needs of a campus community that makes heavy demands on library services; ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Please apply for this position via Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/51130, including a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references. In letters of application, candidates should address their interest in working in Oxford College’s undergraduate, liberal arts intensive environment that emphasizes close faculty-student interaction and values diversity and inclusion.
Application review begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages women and minority candidates.
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Emory Libraries is seeking a Visiting Archivist for African American Collections in the Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, & Rare Book Library to participate in description, selection, instruction, and outreach activities for the African American collections. The Visiting Archivist will also have the opportunity to partner with various members of the Rose Library staff on projects to gain specialized knowledge and skills in cataloging, digital archives, preservation, and/or access system development. Responsibilities may include some collaborative projects with relevant local archives such as those in the Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library.
Emory Libraries offers this position with the intention of providing training to African American archivists or archivists interested in working with African American collections and preparing them for a successful career in special collections and archives. We invite applications from recent graduates with master’s degrees in information studies or library/information science. The Visiting Archivist will be appointed to a two-year term position with a desired start date on or before September 1, 2018.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Head of Manuscript Processing, the Visiting Archivist will gain experience in all aspects of archives and special collections librarianship by working in collaboration with professionals throughout the Rose Library and Emory Libraries as well as through professional development activities outside of Emory. The Visiting Archivist will work on a series of projects intended to develop expertise in the 8 competency areas for special collections professionals identified by the Association of College and Research Libraries (Collection Development, Description & Access, Information Technologies & Data Management, Instruction, Preservation & Conservation, Promotion & Outreach, Reference, and Management & Leadership). Arrangement and Description and Reference constitute the two core competencies in which the Visiting Archivist will work for the duration of the two year appointment. In addition, the Visiting Archivist will complete six, four-month rotations through the additional competency areas, selecting projects according to their own interests and professional development goals.
The Visiting Archivist will have the opportunity to work closely with one or more Rose Library staff in each rotation. Prior to beginning the project, the Visiting Archivist, Head of Manuscript Processing, and staff partner will identify specific goals and learning objectives for the project and will meet regularly to evaluate progress. At the end of each rotation, the Visiting Archivist and staff partner will assess the project and collaboration to ensure that all learning objectives were met. Adjustments to the structure of the position can be made as necessary based on assessment feedback.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
CURATION
- Partners with curators on acquisitions, collection development plans and deaccessions; stewardship activities; inventories and the transportation of objects; exhibit research, writing and installation.
ARRANGEMENT AND DESCRIPTION
- Arranges and describes personal and professional papers from the African American collections.
- Develops and implements work plans with proposed arrangement schemes and timelines and adjusts or modifies as needed.
- Writes finding aids for collections, 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 records, which are included in both WorldCat and the library's local catalog.
REFERENCE SERVICES
- Provides reference assistance in person and by phone to Emory students and faculty, visiting scholars, and the public as needed and assigned.
- Participates in the Rose Library reference and reading room rotations, including 4-6 hours of weekly reference desk shifts and a rotating 8-hour Saturday shift.
- Oversees reading room security by monitoring use of materials in the reading room as well as working with researchers to explain the rules of care and handling for special collections material.
OUTREACH AND INSTRUCTION
- In close collaboration with Rose Library staff, plans and implements programs engaging communities with Rose Library collections.
- Coordinates with the digital curation team regarding the digitization of materials within the collections.
- May collaborate with curatorial and exhibit staff to support the development of exhibitions using Rose Library materials.
- Writes articles and blog posts about manuscript collections, especially upon completion of processing projects.
- Collaborates with research services and Emory faculty to plan, implement, and assess instruction sessions.
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 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).
Non-appointed in short term or long term special projects with a duration lasting for one to two year terms.
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- The faculty member will join an Adolescent Medicine fellowship-trained pediatrician, as well as a large group of academic general pediatricians located in metro Atlanta. The applicant will be part of the Section on Adolescent Medicine.
- Clinical opportunities may include:
- Opportunity to work in community based sites including a HIV clinic and school based health centers
- Opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary clinical practice with a diverse patient population offering a variety of clinical services from contraception to behavioral health with a concentration on teens and young adults including support of a nutritionist, social workers, therapists and psychologists in both community and academic setting.
- Opportunity to provide inpatient consultation to our hospitalist and specialist teams.
- Opportunity to teach medical students and residents.
- Opportunity to work in a college health setting.
- Opportunities to initiate and participate in clinical research and quality projects.
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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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The Emory University School of Medicine / Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition is seeking an exceptional physician for a full-time faculty position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level. The candidate must be BE/BC and have an interest in gastroenterology. The position includes both inpatient and outpatient care, as well as teaching colleagues, fellows, residents, and medical students. The candidate will be provided the opportunity to care for patients in general GI clinic and pursue development of, or augment existing clinical programs. The Division is actively engaged in a wide variety of clinical/research programs including the following: aerodigestive, eosinophilic GI diseases, IBD, intestinal rehabilitation, weight/wellness, feeding, autism, fatty liver disease, endoscopy/advanced endoscopy, pancreatic disorders and hepatology/transplant.
The Division includes 14 full time faculty with a variety of academic interests, and includes 8 faculty members with extramural funding. Program strengths include hepatology and IBD and is engaged in many of the national consortiums including the following: ChiLDReN, ITCH, PUSH, NASH CRN, SPLIT, RISK, PROTECT, and multiple industry-supported trials. The Division boasts an exceptional training program including 6 fellows and a transplant hepatology fellow; and has been awarded a translational NIDDK T32 training grant.
CHOA and Emory University School of Medicine offer an exceptional clinical and academic atmosphere for clinical care and professional development. A new building program starting with the 260,000 sq. ft. Center for Advanced Pediatrics (CAP) is slated to open in 2018 and will house GI, Hepatology and 16 other pediatric specialties. Recently, plans for a new 440+bed Hospital adjacent to the CAP were announced (www.choabreakingnewground.org .) Moreover, care provided by this faculty member will take place at the CAP and one of several outreach clinics in the greater Atlanta metropolitan area. CHOA is one of the largest pediatric healthcare providers in the nation, with > 500,000 children cared for annually (https://www.choa.org/about-us/why-choose-childrens ). Compensation for this position will be competitively attractive and commensurate with experience. Emory University School of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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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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Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Pediatrics, Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center - Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
As a member of the Division of Hematology/Oncology in the Department of Pediatrics focused on Sickle Cell Disease or General Hematology, you would be expected to:
- Demonstrate a pattern of excellence and ongoing contributions in clinical medicine, as well as teaching and research;
- Provide exemplary clinical service and assure that patients cared for by you receive only the highest quality care;
- Devote majority of effort to outpatient and inpatient clinical responsibilities, depending upon research interests and funding, divided among the Aflac Clinics and inpatient facilties at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. The location and ration of inpatient and outpatient clinical work may be adjusted somewhat depending upon service needs;
- In collaboration with program leaders, contribute to and expand the clinical program and patient services in sickle cell disease or general hematology;
- Play a role in teh education and training program of the pediatric Hem/Onc/BMT Division; including acces to and involvement with medical students, residents, felloes and occassionally physicians in practice;
- Develop a record of research excellence and publications under the mentorship of senior Hematology faculty;
- Collaborate with other members of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University Department of Pediatrics, especially in the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center in building multi-disciplinary clinical and research projects; and
- Participate in periodic reviews of your activities to be performed by Dr. Clinton Joiner, Director of the Hematology Program of the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorder Center
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The Physician Assistant Division in the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine is seeking an experienced, motivated, energetic, and collaborative applicant to join our faculty at the rank of Assistant/Associate Profession in the Medical Educator Track. Responsibilities for this position include:
- Engagement in teaching, scholarship and service activities
- Participation in ongoing program evaluation and planning
- Assist with fulfilment of accreditation requirements
- Student Advisement
- Assist in the student admissions process
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Emory University Department of Anesthesiology faculty provide medical direction in a care team model and teaching/education opportunities are abundant. We encourage our team to pursue a variety of academic pathways and prospective faculty can expect protected non-clinical time and ample opportunity to pursue academic endeavors. Our faculty have a wide-breadth of expertise in basic science and clinical research, quality improvement processes, data analytics, and health service projects (local, national and international). Anesthesiologists at Emory University hold leadership roles within the hospital and health system level. We collaborate with faculty at Georgia Tech, the Center for Disease Control, The Emory School of Medicine, the School of Public Health and the Emory School of Law to develop new knowledge, change the practice of medicine and to build innovative and creative careers.
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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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A Child Psychiatrist supports and enhances the mission of the Division and Children's by providing high quality patient care in an effective and efficient manner.
- Clinical Service:
- Provides patient care 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 in a timely manner to facilitate patient care and appropriate reimbursement.
- Provides supervision as appropriate to allied health providers and/or nursing support staff in the clinical area
- Demonstrates a commitment to a model of care centered on inter-professional and collaborative teams of service delivery.
- Research:
- Actively support research activities underway in the Division.
- Seek additional opportunities to support and lead research efforts as time and interest allow, in alignment with career goals.
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- Teaching:
- Provides direct supervision for trainees, ensuring adequate opportunities for training through teaching, patient contact, case review and research.
- Administrative:
- Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area and the organization overall.
- Participates in activities that enhance professional development.
- Completes and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the assigned area.
- Participate in the development of goals for the department including research, quality and customer service initiatives.
Reports to:
Marcus Autism Center – TBD, Medical Director
Marcus Autism Center – Nathan Call, PhD, Clinical Director
Marcus Autism Center – Ami Klin, PhD, Division Chief and Center Director
Emory University – Lucky Jain, Chair, Department of Pediatrics
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Board certified and licensed to practice psychiatry in the state of Georgia.
- Current DEA registration.
- Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Professional Staff.
- BLS certification required.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families and as a team member.
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The Deep Brain Stimulation Program in the Department of Neurosurgery at Emory University School of Medicine is seeking to fill the position of a Human Neurophysiologist. The primary responsibility of this faculty position is to assist in the electrophysiological mapping and anatomical localization of various targets for deep brain stimulation lead implantation. In addition, the candidate will also be required to perform quality control assessment of targeting accuracy and precision as well as lead localization and modeling. Finally, this candidate will be expected to perform research and publish scientific papers related to the topics such as human electrophysiology and deep brain stimulation. The candidate should have experience in single-unit electrophysiology, human basal ganglia physiology and human basal ganglia anatomy. In addition, the candidate should be familiar with neurosurgical planning, electrophysiology, MatLab and statistical software. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. in Neuroscience (or related discipline) and experience in the human operating room environment. Preference will be given to candidates whom have direct experience in deep brain stimulation procedures and have received training directly related to deep brain stimulation electrophysiology and anatomy.
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The Department of Neurosurgery at Emory University School of Medicine invites Ph.D. neuroscientists to apply for a faculty research position. The Department is seeking applications at the Assistant Professor level, but accomplished mid-career or senior scientists at the level of Associate or full Professor with strong records of research productivity, grant support and a demonstrated collaborative spirit are also encouraged to apply. Candidate research interests may focus on either basic or disease related neuroscience with special attention given to those applying state-of-the-art computational, imaging, and/or electrophysiological approaches to decipher human basic brain mechanisms. We are particularly interested in recruiting candidates that can lead or effectively collaborate with clinicians (functional neurosurgeons and neurologists) in patient-oriented research employing state of the art computational and machine learning approaches to decipher the brain’s algorithms of perception, learning, memory, cognition, emotions, and arousal. The Department of Neurosurgery at Emory, including primary and affiliated faculty, has a culture of research with strong collaborative ties to Departments of Biomedical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Psychiatry, Neurology, and Physiology. Research centers established within the department are already focused on mechanisms and interventions related to learning and memory, emotion, sleep-wake control, and behavioral neuromodulation. Applicants should submit a cover letter with a research statement and CV, as well as a list of at least 3 references as a single .pdf file.
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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.