Research Specialist

Requirements

• 1-2 years doing research relevant to our team as an undergraduate or through other opportunities. Candidates interested in microbiology, immunology, or infection biology are preferred.
• Education:
• Bachelor of Science
• How to Apply:
• To apply for this position, please upload a cover letter, current resume/CV, and the contract information for three professional references.
• This is a one-year fixed-term, terminal appointment. This appointment may be extended an additional year as a fixed-term, terminal appointment, or may become an ongoing appointment depending on funding, department need, and performance.
• Contact Information:
• Hiring Manager: Valeria Reyes Ruiz, Associate Professor vreyesruiz@wisc.edu
• Institutional Statement on Diversity:
• 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.
• The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Employment may require a criminal background check. It

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Additional Information

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: Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile: Research Specialist Job Summary: The Reyes Ruiz Lab in the Department of Pathobiological Sciences at the School of Veterinary Medicine is looking for a full-time Research Specialist to join our team. We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to assist with the day-to-day operations of our lab with research focused on host-pathogen interactions during Staphylococcus aureus infection. For more information on the lab, visit www.reyesruizlab.org . Ideal candidates would run experiments, assays, and record results under supervision maintaining impeccable record keeping. Laboratory environment contains biological and chemical hazards. The selected candidate must be able to wear protective equipment, handle and provide standard care to research animals, and standing or sitting may be required for long periods of time. There will be occasional lifting over 35 pounds. Key Job Responsibilities: Performs literature reviews and writes reports (5%) Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences (5%) Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results (70%) Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials (5%) Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders (10%) Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers (5%) Department: Department of Pathobiological Sciences School of Veterinary Medicine

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