RESEARCH SPECIALIST
- Employer
- University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Location
- Wisconsin, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- May 21, 2021
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Job no: 233933-AS
Work type: Staff Full or Part Time, Staff-Full Time, Staff-Part Time
Department: SMPH/BIOMOLEC CHEM/BIOMOL CHM
Location: Madison
Categories: Agricultural, Animal, Biological and Life Sciences, Laboratory Technician, Research Specialists, Research, Scientific
Position Summary:
The Research Specialist will work with the principal investigator (PI) and graduate students in the Biomolecular Chemistry Department to pursue a robust recently funded research program in the general area of RNA biology. Work in the laboratory focuses on the molecular mechanisms regulating mRNA translation during development in vertebrates and cell differentiation in human cell culture. Approaches employed include molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, and genomics. Personal initiative, independence, strong organizational abilities and enthusiasm for laboratory research are essential.
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:
BS/BA in Biological Sciences, with a degree or focus on Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field required.
Minimum Years and Type of Relevant Work Experience:
One (1) year of experience in a research laboratory. Applicants with research experience in one or more of the following areas are preferred: molecular biology techniques, including cloning, expression, isolation and manipulation of RNA; cell culture and growth of mammalian cells. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively, keep a detailed lab notebook, and learn new techniques and train others is especially desired.
Additional Information:
A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment.
Department(s):
A537700-MEDICAL SCHOOL/BIOMOLEC CHEM/BIOMOL CHM
Work Type:
Full or Part Time: 60% - 100%
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $32,697 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Instructions to Applicants:
To begin the application process please click on the '' button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications relevant to the position. You will also be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including at least one current or former supervisor.
Contact:
Melissa Zhang
melissa.zhang@wisc.edu
608-263-0496
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:
RESEARCH SPECIALIST(T16DN) or ASSOC RESEARCH SPEC(T16FN)
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
233933-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/
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) Project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: https://hr.wisc.edu/title-and-total-compensation-study/ .
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).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .
Applications Open: May 21 2021 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Jun 11 2021 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time
Work type: Staff Full or Part Time, Staff-Full Time, Staff-Part Time
Department: SMPH/BIOMOLEC CHEM/BIOMOL CHM
Location: Madison
Categories: Agricultural, Animal, Biological and Life Sciences, Laboratory Technician, Research Specialists, Research, Scientific
Position Summary:
The Research Specialist will work with the principal investigator (PI) and graduate students in the Biomolecular Chemistry Department to pursue a robust recently funded research program in the general area of RNA biology. Work in the laboratory focuses on the molecular mechanisms regulating mRNA translation during development in vertebrates and cell differentiation in human cell culture. Approaches employed include molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, and genomics. Personal initiative, independence, strong organizational abilities and enthusiasm for laboratory research are essential.
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:
BS/BA in Biological Sciences, with a degree or focus on Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field required.
Minimum Years and Type of Relevant Work Experience:
One (1) year of experience in a research laboratory. Applicants with research experience in one or more of the following areas are preferred: molecular biology techniques, including cloning, expression, isolation and manipulation of RNA; cell culture and growth of mammalian cells. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively, keep a detailed lab notebook, and learn new techniques and train others is especially desired.
Additional Information:
A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment.
Department(s):
A537700-MEDICAL SCHOOL/BIOMOLEC CHEM/BIOMOL CHM
Work Type:
Full or Part Time: 60% - 100%
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $32,697 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Instructions to Applicants:
To begin the application process please click on the '' button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications relevant to the position. You will also be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including at least one current or former supervisor.
Contact:
Melissa Zhang
melissa.zhang@wisc.edu
608-263-0496
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:
RESEARCH SPECIALIST(T16DN) or ASSOC RESEARCH SPEC(T16FN)
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
233933-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/
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) Project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: https://hr.wisc.edu/title-and-total-compensation-study/ .
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).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .
Applications Open: May 21 2021 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Jun 11 2021 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time
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