Scientist I or II

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Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Scientist I Job Summary: WSLH seeks a Scientist with expertise in molecular genomics and sequencing technologies to support and expand innovative research and public health surveillance programs focused on monitoring pathogens in wastewater. The person in this position will play a key role in developing and implementing next generation sequencing workflows, including library preparation, targeted enrichment strategies, and sequencing-based pathogen detection. The scientist will contribute to the development of hybrid capture and other targeted sequencing approaches to enhance pathogen detection in complex environmental matrices. This role will also involve training and mentoring laboratory staff in molecular and sequencing protocols, contributing to the development of standardized procedures, and helping maintain high-quality laboratory workflows through strong organizational practices and documentation. Across the projects, the scientist will be collaborating with other university researchers, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, and the CDC. This scientist will pursue Federal Competitive Grant Proposals as a PI in collaboration with other researchers at UW-Madison and develop a scholarly publication record based on the research activities in this position at WSLH. Join us in making a significant impact on public health through cutting-edge scientific research and innovation. The employee in this position is expected to use the tools and principles of quality management in performing their daily work including the following: Demonstrate exceptional customer service by establishing and maintaining effective professional relationships with managers, supervisor, coworkers, and all customers. Provide constructive feedback for the purpose of continuous improvement in a manner that is supportive of WSLH and its mission. Use data collection tools as appropriate. Use effective team skills to contribute to the efficient operation of the work unit. Present ideas, carry out assignments, and provide information as required. Participate in continuous learning through professional development activities. Standard Summary: RE043 Scientist I: 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. Essential Responsibilities: 20% Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures 25% Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility 10% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities 5% Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information 10% 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 Unique Responsibilities 20% Developing and implementing next generation sequencing workflows for wastewater surveillance Standard Summary: RE044 Scientist II : Identifies research problems, designs research methodologies, performs research, and prepares and/or presents results for presentation to professional organizations or for scholarly publications to help advance research. Job Responsibilities: 20% Identifies research problems and develops complex research methodologies and procedures 20% Collects and analyzes complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision 10% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities 5% Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information 5% Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding 10% May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit as needed 10% Serves as a unit subject matter expert and liaison to internal and external stakeholders providing advanced level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area 0% Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures Unique Responsibilities 20% Developing and implementing

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