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UW School of Medicine and Public Health · 1 day ago

Scientist

Madison, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

The UW School of Medicine and Public Health is seeking a Scientist to join the Engin Lab in the Department of Biomolecular Chemistry, focusing on understanding the mechanisms of type 1 diabetes. The role involves conducting experimental work, data analysis, and participating in multidisciplinary research collaborations.

EducationHealth CareHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and conduct experimental work using state of the art technologies, both in vitro and in vivo

Perform data analysis and interpretation of results as required

Participate in multidisciplinary research collaborations

Write technical documents for fellowships and grants and craft manuscripts for publication

Present data in group meetings, seminars and conferences

Assist with training of junior scientists, students and technicians in the lab

Contribute to shared lab duties

Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information

Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility

Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding

Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities

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

Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures

Qualification

Molecular biologyMammalian cell cultureGene manipulationFlow cytometryConfocal imagingCell stress knowledgeData analysisResearch collaborationTraining othersTechnical writing

Required

At least 3 years of post-doctoral experience in an academic environment with mammalian cell culture and gene manipulation in cells (overexpression via adeno, lenti or retro virus, gene knockdown via si/shRNA and/or CRISPR)

Experience in cloning and molecular biology techniques, RNA extraction, qPCR, and western blot

Expertise in molecular and cell biology

Ph.D. is required; focus in molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, biochemistry, or related field

Preferred

Experience with mouse models

Experience with mouse or human islets

Application of drugs to mice and tissue collection

Confocal imaging experience

Research experience on cell stress, senescence, immunology or organelle biology

Benefits

Generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave

Competitive insurances and savings accounts

Retirement benefits

Company

UW School of Medicine and Public Health

UW School of Medicine and Public Health offers graduate programs, health professions programs, and innovative research. It is a sub-organization of University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Founded in 1907

Madison, Wisconsin, USA

5001-10000 employees