PRECISION MEDICINE SERVICE RESEARCH SPECIALIST

Salary:

Minimum $45,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
This position is eligible for a hiring bonus.

Job Summary:

The Center for Human Genomics and Precision Medicine (CHGPM) at the School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH), focuses its research activities on applied genomics and personalized medicine which encompasses basic, translational, and clinical research. CHGPM is setting up a new Precision Medicine Research Service (PMRS), to develop widely utilized laboratory and computational pipelines for human genomics and precision medicine researchers.

To support initiation, management, and operation of this service, we are looking for a Research Specialist. The incumbent will be ambitious and highly motivated to support research activities in our PMRS in the development of laboratory genomics workflows, utilizing resources available within CHGPM and through our partnership with the Biotechnology Center (for example, custom amplicon sequencing for recurrent genetic polymorphisms and mutations).

The Research Specialist will interact closely with faculty and staff within SMPH interested in using such services, and facilitate, execute, and manage client projects. They will further partner with a Bioinformatics Researcher to develop and implement computational pipelines to aid data analysis and interpretation. We offer an inclusive team approach and opportunities for career development in precision medicine.

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:

Develops, designs, and conducts one or more research projects and organizes daily operation of projects and specialized research areas to ensure work meets established objectives under moderate supervision.

• 20% Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results
• 20% Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders
• 20% Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences
• 20% Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials
• 10% Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers
• 10% Performs literature reviews and writes reports

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.

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Education:

Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred in the areas of Genomics, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related discipline.

Qualifications:

Required:
- 1-3 years of work or training experience in a genomics or molecular biology laboratory
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar suite, comfortable working with software associated with biomedical and automation instruments
- Proficiency and understanding of molecular biology techniques

Preferred:
- Knowledge and experience with laboratory methods in genomics, next-generation sequencing workflows, or molecular biology
- Experience in supporting interpretation of results from sequencing experiments
- Knowhow and experience in analysis of genomics data and results
- Track record of project and laboratory management
- Interest in using automated laboratory equipment

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can function with minimal supervision.

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 or Part Time: 80% - 100%

This position is expected to be performed fully onsite, but we will consider a few days of remote work each week as the work allows.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable


Additional Information:

This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with Job Number 258458; please note that only one vacancy exists. Having two job postings allows the School of Medicine and Public Health to consider candidates with both Researcher and Research Specialist credentials for this position.

The School of Medicine and Public Health will not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

How to Apply:

Please click on the "" button to start the application process. Please upload a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please address your experience with the required and preferred criteria of the position. You will also be asked to provide three professional references, which must include your current or most recent supervisor. We will not contact references without providing you advanced notice.

Contact:

Cody Roekle
croekle@wisc.edu
608-263-7676
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(RE047)

Department(s):

A531900-MEDICAL SCHOOL/CTR HUM GENOMICS PREC MED

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

258456-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: May 20 2022 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Jun 12 2022 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time