| Job Summary: | The Wisconsin National Primate Research Center is seeking an ambitious and highly motivated research specialist to support the collective research activities of the Precision Medicine and Genomic Resources Unit (PMGR unit), directed by Dr. Ted Golos, on genome editing in nonhuman primates. The successful candidate will work under the direction of Drs. Jenna Schmidt and Marina Emborg on research utilizing nonhuman primates, including projects to pilot CRISPR targeting and modification of genes in embryos, cells, and in animals.
Please see laboratory websites for more information on current research:
Golos Lab: https://www.vetmed.wisc.edu/lab/golos/
Emborg Lab: https://preclinicalparkinsonsprogram.med.wisc.edu
Specific responsibilities include:
-Managing cell lines and performing cell-based CRISPR experiments
-Performing molecular analysis (DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, qRT-PCR, sequencing)
-Training and/or supervising students in lab
-Maintaining detailed records and managing sample lists
-Providing support in assisted reproductive technologies
-Assisting in surgical procedures related to stem cell grafting and CRISPR product delivery
-Additional duties as assigned, including: maintaining lab workspaces, preparing and presenting reports of findings, conducting literature searches pertinent to ongoing experimentation, participating in routine laboratory meetings, submitting appropriate paperwork and maintaining accurate records, maintaining detailed laboratory notebook, and other related tasks needed to assist lab in research goals |
| 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. - 55% Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results
- 15% Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders
- 15% 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 day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers
- 5% Performs literature reviews and writes reports
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| 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: | Required
Bachelor's Degree in animal, biological, or biochemical science required |
| Qualifications: | Relevant coursework or undergraduate lab experience in molecular genetics and cell culture, or molecular biology is required. Experience in nonhuman primates or mammalian animal models performing nucleic acid extraction, PCR, RT-PCR, cell culture, and tissue preparation for histology and molecular analysis is strongly preferred. Familiarity with bioinformatic analysis or RNA-seq data,and CRISPR targeting and sequencing analysis is strongly encouraged. It will be necessary for the successful candidate to be comfortable around nonhuman primates, both awake and sedated, as the job entails being present during surgical procedures.
The ideal candidate for this position will be a team-player able to work effectively with other research staff and students, as well as excel in sample management and record keeping. Therefore, well-qualified applicants must have exceptional skills in Microsoft Office Word and Excel, both written and verbal communication, organization, and database navigation/management. Flexibility in scheduling, and working as part of a team, is essential for success in this position. The successful candidate will also need to have accountability to complete work independently. |
| 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 Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. |
| Appointment Type, Duration: | Ongoing/Renewable |
| Salary: | Minimum $45,775 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The University of Wisconsin-Madison offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. This includes affordable health plans, dental, vision, life insurance plans as well as paid holidays, personal holiday and paid vacation and sick leave. More information on the benefits can be found here: https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/ |
| Additional Information: | Applicant must be comfortable working with nonhuman primates, infectious diseases, and chemicals/medications in a medical research setting, and wearing various required personal protective equipment (PPE).
-Must be TB negative.
-Applicant will be required to have a measles titer within the first week of employment. Depending on the results of the blood test, applicant may need to be immunized.
-Allergies to animals must be controlled by medication.
-Must possess a valid driver's license that meets standards of UW Risk Management in order to operate WNPRC vehicles.
*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.
The WNPRC is one of seven federally supported National Primate Research Centers and the only one in the Midwest. WNPRC's mission is to increase the understanding of basic primate biology and to improve human health and quality of life through research. To accomplish this, the WNPRC helps discover treatments, preventions and cures for human disease; generates new knowledge of primate biology, from the molecular and whole animal levels to the understanding of primate ecosystems; facilitates research progress by providing expertise, resources and training to scientists worldwide; and collects primate information and disseminates to the research community and to the public.
Based in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Education (OVCRGE) of the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison), the WNPRC is committed to diversity both as an end in itself, but also as a valuable means for eliminating health disparities through research. |
| How to Apply: | Please click "Apply Now" to begin the application process. Please submit a cover letter and resume highlighting your experience as it relates to this position, referencing PVL 257467. You will also be required to provide three professional references, with phone numbers and email addresses. |
| Contact: | Rachael Buss
rbuss@primate.wisc.edu
608-890-3585
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. ) |
