SCIENTIST

Job no: 232214-AS
Work type: Staff-Full Time
Department: SMPH/PATHOL-LAB MED/ANAT PATH
Location: Madison
Categories: Research, Scientific



Position Summary:

A position is available in the laboratory of Dr. David Evans at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. The successful applicant will actively participate in cutting-edge research in molecular virology and viral pathogenesis in human and non-human primate systems.

The School of Medicine and Public Health has a deep and profound commitment to diversity both as an end in itself but, also as a valuable means for eliminating health disparities. As such, we strongly encourage applications from candidates who foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion.

Position Duties:

List of Duties

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

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.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Degree and Area of Specialization:

PhD in virology, immunology or a related discipline is required.

Minimum Years and Type of Relevant Work Experience:

Research experience in virology and/or immunology, preferably in human or non-human primate systems. Excellent oral and written communication skills are expected. Molecular biology, flow cytometry and cell culture skills strongly preferred. Experience with personnel management and NIH project administration are preferred. Track-record of productivity, as evidenced by first author publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals, is expected.

License or Certificate:

BL3 training will be completed upon hire.

Department(s):

A536300-MEDICAL SCHOOL/PATHOL-LAB MED/ANAT PATH

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $44,229 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Instructions to Applicants:

Apply at "Jobs at UW", under job number 232214. Please click "" to start the application process. Only application materials submitted through this site on or by the assured consideration date will be accepted for consideration. Applicants will be asked to upload a resume, cover letter and a list of 3 references. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Contact:

Brian Axness
bcaxness@wisc.edu
608-265-8555
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )





Official Title:

SENIOR SCIENTIST(E10BN) or ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST(E10FN) or ASSISTANT SCIENTIST(E10LN)

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

232214-AS

The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

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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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Applications Open: Mar 12 2021 Central Standard Time
Applications Close: May 24 2021 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time