RESEARCH SPECIALIST

This is a Research Specialist position in the Immunology Service Unit of the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center (WNPRC). The successful applicant will contribute to research investigating antibody and cell-mediated immune responses to viral pathogens, including the human and simian immunodeficiency viruses (HIV and SIV), severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), and Zika virus. Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited, to planning and performing immunologic assays for antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC), virus neutralization, and T cell responses. Laboratory techniques will involve cell culture, lymphocyte isolation from peripheral blood and tissues, flow cytometry, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and DNA sequencing. Additional duties will include data analysis, maintaining a complete and well organized laboratory notebook, contributing to general lab maintenance, and training new personnel. BL-3 training and certification will be completed upon hire.

• 60% Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results
• 5% Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders
• 10% Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences
• 10% 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
• 5% Performs literature reviews and writes reports

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.
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Required
Bachelor’s Degree in biological science, cell biology, immunology, or relatable field

Although previous non-classroom laboratory experience is preferred, recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to applicants with a strong background in immunology, virology or molecular biology with previous cell culture and/or flow cytometry experience. Excellent communication skills, mature work habits, a desire to learn, and the ability to work independently in a team environment are expected.

Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $45,775 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

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.

Please click “Apply Now” to begin the application process. We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. Please submit a cover letter referring to your related work experience and a resume detailing your educational and professional background. Please keep in mind, applicants need to articulate all required qualifications in their cover letter and/or resume. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine who may advance to preliminary interviews.
Applicants will also be asked to provide 3 professional references, including phone and email addresses. We will not contact your current supervisor without advance notice.
*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.

Rachael Buss
rbuss@primate.wisc.edu
608-890-3585
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Research Specialist(RE047)

A348800-VCRGE/PRIMATE/PRIMATE

Academic Staff-Renewable

269198-AS