SCIENTIST I

Salary:

Minimum $55,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits.

Job Summary:

The Taylor Lab (https://apps.pharmacy.wisc.edu/sopdir/michael_taylor/) investigates the molecular regulation of blood-brain barrier development, CNS angiogenesis, and mechanisms of neuroinflammation. The selected applicant will help prepare manuscripts, research the relevant scientific literature, and analyze and interpret scientific data while working closely with members of the Taylor Lab.

Responsibilities:

Identifies research problems, designs research methodologies, performs research, and helps to prepare the results for presentation to professional organizations or for scholarly publications to help advance research.

• 10% Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures
• 20% Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility
• 20% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• 10% Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• 20% Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• 10% Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
• 10% Works closely with members of the lab to prepare, write, and submit manuscripts for publication in scientific journals

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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Education:

Preferred
Terminal Degree
PhD in Genetics, Cell and Molecular Biology, Neuroscience or related field is preferred. Master's and Bachelor's degrees may be considered based upon relevant experience.

Qualifications:

Minimum of four years of research experience with a strong background in molecular/cellular/developmental biology, microscopy, and model organisms is required. Prior experience with zebrafish genetics is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience writing manuscripts and grant proposals, a desire to work closely with graduate and undergraduate students, and possess excellent technical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

COVID-19 Considerations:

UW-Madison continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols to protect our campus from COVID-19. All employees remain subject to the COVID-19 Workplace Safety Policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-5086 . Please visit https://covidresponse.wisc.edu for the most up-to-date information.

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:

Terminal, 24 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding


Additional Information:

This position is for two years from the start date, with the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding.

The School of Pharmacy embraces the values of diversity and inclusion, as they are essential in achieving related goals outlined in our School's strategic plan. We aspire to integrate diversity and inclusion behaviors into teaching, research, and our service mission to advance our priorities of creating and sustaining an inclusive and welcoming environment. Further, we believe these values are critical in preparing our students to address and eliminate health disparities.

We strongly encourage applications from candidates who have awareness, commitment, and practice of diversity and inclusion behaviors, and we especially encourage women and people from underrepresented minority groups to apply.

How to Apply:

Please click the "" button to begin the application process. Please provide your current CV, contact information for 3 references, and a brief description of your interest in this position.

Contact:

Jenni Regan
jenni.regan@wisc.edu
608-890-0317
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:

Scientist I(RE043)

Department(s):

A561000-SCHOOL OF PHARMACY/PHARMACY

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Terminal

Job Number:

261718-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.

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Applications Open: Jun 24 2022 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Oct 23 2022 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time