Research Specialist - Madison, United States - University of Wisconsin–Madison

University of Wisconsin–Madison

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Madison, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Job Summary:

Are you ready to make notable impacts on basic and translational research performed at UW? BRMS is looking for a motivated team-player to coordinate research efforts in our Research Services and Breeding Core.

BRMS offers a supportive work environment with flexible schedules.

The UW animal program involves all aspects of animal use for research, teaching, and outreach.

BRMS, the School of Medicine and Public Health's animal care department, is seeking a Research Program Coordinator to join their Rodent Breeding Core and Research Services team.

The Biomedical Research Model Services Rodent Breeding Core and Research Services Core provides research support across all animal programs on campus.

The Breeding Core breeds over 500 strains of mice and rats.

Staff commonly breed mice for specific projects, perform studies inside the BRMS core facility, and deliver end point tissues or transfer live mice to laboratories after techniques are performed.

Support ranges from a small portion of study to a complete study with final results.

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.

50% Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results
10% Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders
5% Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences
5% Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials
5% Provides operational guidance on daytoday activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers
5% Performs literature reviews and writes reports
20% Colony management of rodents

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.

Education:

Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Focus in a biomedical or animal related field preferred

Qualifications:

Required:

At least 1 year of experience in Biomedical research setting.
Experience in professional correspondence with faculty, researchers and their staff.
Proficient computer skills, including knowledge of working with Excel and databases.
Ability to multitask, stay organized and pay attention to detail

Preferred:

Minimum of 2 years' experience working in an animal research setting.
Knowledge of rodent breeding strategies and animal models.
Demonstrated experience with accurate record keeping and compliance.
Ability to use effective team building skills to create and maintain efficient operation of the work unit.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $45,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The starting salary for the position is $45,000 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information:

University sponsorship is not available for this position.

The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment.

UW-Madison is not an E-Verify employer, and therefore, is not eligible to employ F1-OPT STEM Extension participants.

How to Apply:

Contact:

Kelly Rose

Relay Access (WTRS): See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Research Specialist(RE047)

Department(s):

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/SMPH RES SUPP/LAR

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

296422-AS

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
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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 regul