RESEARCH SPECIALIST

Job no: 236483-AS
Work type: Staff Full or Part Time, Staff-Full Time, Staff-Part Time
Department: SMPH/NEUROSCIENCE
Location: Madison
Categories: Agricultural, Animal, Biological and Life Sciences, Laboratory Technician, Research Specialists, Research, Scientific, Project Management



Position Summary:

Our lab is interested in hiring a highly motivated individual capable of independent work. This individual will be an integral part of an active lab that studies the development of the nervous system. Specifically, we are focused on understanding the underlying cytoskeletal mechanisms involved in the outgrowth of neuronal processes, using cutting edge microscopic techniques. We use the mouse as a model system for our studies.

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 applicants 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.

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Degree and Area of Specialization:

Bachelor's degree in the Biological Sciences, or related field required.

Minimum Years and Type of Relevant Work Experience:

One year of experience working in a research laboratory required; undergraduate lab experience will count. Primary cell culture experience required. Ability to work with mice and rats is required. Microsurgery experience is preferred. Microscopy experience is preferred. Experience with lab management duties such as inventory and equipment management and supply ordering is preferred.

Department(s):

A536200-MEDICAL SCHOOL/NEUROSCIENCE

Work Type:

Full or Part Time: 80% - 100%

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $32,697 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter. Your cover letter should specifically address the Required Qualifications listed in the Relevant Work Experience section.

This application will also require submission of three professional references, including your current or most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without advance notice.

Contact:

Erik Dent
ewdent@wisc.edu
608-262-4672
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:

236483-AS

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Applications Open: Jun 22 2021 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Oct 1 2021 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time