Researcher I Apply
Job Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Researcher I to support Dr. Seroogy's Research Group. The primary focus of Dr. Seroogy's lab involves translational research with infants that are protected from developing allergic disease secondary to unique, but poorly defined, environmental exposures. The Research Specialist will be responsible for: overall project management of study data, protocol implementation, and biospecimen tracking, flow cytometry of immune cells, DNA and RNA isolation and use in quantitative methods, development of new protocols, maintenance of standard laboratory equipment and reagents, computational analysis of complex data sets, and assistance with manuscript writing and preparation of data for presentation.
Responsibilities:
Provides technical expertise to fundamental and/or applied scientific research under the direction of senior research personnel or faculty.- 40% Collects and analyzes basic research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures
- 15% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities and assists with publications
- 10% Assists with the development of research methodologies and procedures
- 10% Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership
- 5% Assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
- 20% Performs oversight and management of ongoing study projects as it relates to management and tracking of biospecimens, data acquisition, and communications with collaborators
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Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
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Education:
Required
Master's Degree
Qualifications:
Minimum of one year experience in a biological environment strongly required.
Experience with flow cytometry and working with human samples strongly preferred.
Work Type:
Full or Part Time: 80% - 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $50,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Actual pay will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/.
Additional Information:
The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.
This position vacancy listing is announced simultaneously with the Research Specialist - Allergy/Immunology, PVL 292702. Please note that only one vacancy exists. One person will be hired to fill the position under either Research Specialist or Researcher I.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please click on the \\\"Apply Now\\\" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience.
Contact:
Kelsey Scholtens
kscholtens@pediatrics.wisc.edu
608-262-0006
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Researcher I(RE040)
Department(s):
A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/PEDIATRICS/RHEUMATOLOGY
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
292703-AS
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