RESEARCH SPECIALIST

Job no: 237442-AS
Work type: Onsite, Staff Full or Part Time, Staff-Full Time, Staff-Part Time
Department: SMPH/MED MICROBIO/MED MICRO
Location: Madison
Categories: Laboratory Technician, Research Specialists, Research, Scientific



Position Summary:

The Research Specialist will work closely with the principal investigator to perform experiments related to the skin microbiome, including understanding the role of microbial communities in skin health, associated disease, and impaired wound healing. Lab work is multi-disciplinary and will include molecular, microbiological, bioinformatics, and in vivo methods.

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Position Duties:

List of Duties

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Degree and Area of Specialization:

Bachelor's degree with a focus in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or related field is required.

Minimum Years and Type of Relevant Work Experience:

Minimum 1 year experience in a research lab. A strong background in molecular biology, microbiology, and/or prior experience in experimental approaches to study the microbiome and/or skin and wound healing is desired. Applicants with experience in microbiome research and/or possessing bioinformatics skills desired. Prior experience with microbiology and handling microbiome samples including sequencing library preparation, PCR and quantitative PCR in high-throughput formats is highly desired.

Must be highly motivated with excellent time management skills; ability to organize and maintain accurate records; strong attention to detail; and the ability to work in a team environment and laboratory setting. Demonstrated ability to learn new techniques and train others is desired.

Department(s):

A534700-MEDICAL SCHOOL/MED MICROBIO/MED MICRO

Work Type:

Full or Part Time: 50% - 100%

This position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

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

Instructions to Applicants:

To apply for this position, please click on the "" button. You will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter as a part of the application process. Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position. You will also be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references during the application process. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Contact:

Lily Kramer
lbkramer@wisc.edu
608-262-7216
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:

ASSOC RESEARCH SPEC(T16FN)

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

237442-AS

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Applications Open: Jul 23 2021 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Aug 13 2021 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time