Job Summary:

The Researcher in our cancer biology laboratory will assist with developing procedures related to tumor prevention using mice models; assist the Principal Investigator with writing and data analysis for manuscripts and future grant applications; and assist and train undergraduate student workers and other visitors to the laboratory.

SMPH is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.

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
• 10% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities and assists with publications
• 10% Trains individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area
• 15% Assists with the development of research methodologies and procedures
• 5% Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership
• 15% Assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• 5% Instrumentation specialist in charge of Environmental Chambers for WIMR campus (in collaboration with director of vivarium)

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Education:

Required
PhD
in biomedical research or related field.

Qualifications:

Wet lab experience in a technically related field of study (which includes standard molecular biological techniques, biochemical assays, tissue culture, histology, statistical analysis, data presentation) required.
Willingness to work with mice, where experience with standard mice colony maintenance (including husbandry and genotyping) is preferred.
Willingness to mentor and train undergraduates and other visitors to the laboratory.

Work Type:

Full Time: 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 $45,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Additional Information:

The successful 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.

How to Apply:

Contact:

Melissa Zhang
melissa.zhang@wisc.edu
608-263-0496
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Researcher I(RE040)

Department(s):

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/ONCOLOGY/ONCOLOGY

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

276342-AS

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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