SCIENTIST III

Salary:

Minimum $85,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Scientist III will lead team science, scientific community development, and collaborative evaluation efforts for two large NIH-funded research initiatives. Team science and community development activities will include advising the Coordinating Center staff on the design of communication, coordination, and collaboration systems; participating in the application of team science best practices to all Coordinating Center activities; and applying best practices in scientific community development. Evaluation activities will included developing logic models for activities, outcomes, and impact of the Coordinating Centers, as well as the initiatives more broadly; working collaboratively with initiative members to design and implement continuous-improvement approaches to evaluation; developing data collection strategies and instruments; collecting, analyzing and reporting on evaluation data; and publishing on the team's approach to evaluation. The Scientist III will also work with the Principal Investigator to develop a community of early-career researchers in MC2, with a mission of increasing the diversity of funded cancer biology researchers from historically excluded groups. Activities will include assessing community needs, developing evidence-based resources and trainings to meet those needs, evaluating outcomes through rigorous data collection, and publishing on the team's approach to community development.

SMPH is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities:

Identifies research problems, designs research methodologies, performs and supervises research, and prepares and presents results for presentation to professional organizations or for scholarly publications. May supervise staff.

• 15% Identifies research problems and develops highly complex research methodologies and procedures. Publishes and presents results to help advance research
• 30% Collects and analyzes highly complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures
• 20% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials and, disseminates information to appropriate entities
• 20% Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• 5% May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit and staff and resolve routine personnel issues
• 10% Serves as an institutional subject matter expert and liaison with key internal and external stakeholders providing expert level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area

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

Education:

Preferred
Terminal Degree
PhD in public health, social science, biomedical science, or related field preferred

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
- Expertise in the Science of Team Science, as demonstrated by relevant publications, presentations at national conferences, or other professional activities
- Minimum of one year of experience with evaluation methodologies and approaches, including development and application of logic models
- Experience working with large research initiatives, multi-site research studies, or science teams
- Demonstrated knowledge of the science of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism within academic research environments
- Experience delivering workshops or trainings to adult learners

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience conducting qualitative interviews, focus groups, or other qualitative data collection
- Expertise with REDCap, Qualtrics, or other survey tool
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills
- Strong interest in biomedical research

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position will be remote and requires work be performed at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable


Additional Information:

- Work experience should demonstrate dependability, flexibility, and maturity. Candidates must be effective at building interpersonal relationships with constructive interactions, be clear and effective communicators, promote and create collegial environments that value accountability. Employees will also be expected to uphold UWCCC core values as defined below:
- Diversity & Inclusiveness: Embrace differences and promote fairness and equity while fostering a sense of belonging.
- Respect: Demonstrate respect for self and others -- behave professionally.
- Integrity: Act with integrity and honesty.
- Teamwork: Commit to and demonstrate teamwork.
- Excellence: Ensure excellence, quality, and high ethical standards in conduct and performance.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment and in the future of employment.

How to Apply:

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Please submit a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, detail your experience:
- In the Science of Team Science, as demonstrated by relevant publications, presentations at national conferences, or other professional activities
- Minimum of one year with evaluation methodologies and approaches, including development and application of logic models
- Working with large research initiatives, multi-site research studies, or science teams
- Demonstrated knowledge of the science of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism within academic research environments
- Delivering workshops or trainings to adult learners

Contact:

Devonne Tucker
dtucker@wisc.edu
608-263-9404
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Scientist III(RE045)

Department(s):

A533400-MEDICAL SCHOOL/CARBONE CANC CTR/CANC CTR

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

274116-AS



The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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Applications Open: Feb 1 2023 Central Standard Time
Applications Close: Feb 15 2023 11:55 PM Central Standard Time