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UW School of Medicine and Public Health · 1 day ago

Research Specialist

Madison, WI

Part-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

The UW School of Medicine and Public Health is seeking a Research Specialist to work in the Keck Laboratory within the Biomolecular Chemistry Department. The role involves conducting independent research in protein structure and function, focusing on molecular mechanisms of DNA metabolism and supporting laboratory operations and staff training.

EducationHealth CareHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders

Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers

Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results

Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials

Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences

Performs literature reviews and writes reports

Qualification

Molecular biologyProtein expressionProtein crystallographyBacterial geneticsBiochemistryGenomicsIndependenceEnthusiasm for researchTraining othersOrganizational abilitiesPersonal initiative

Required

At least 1 year of experience working in a research laboratory

Preferred

Research experience in the following areas: bacterial genetics, molecular biology techniques, protein expression and purification, bacterial cell growth

Demonstrated ability to learn new techniques and train others

Bachelor's degree preferred; focus in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bacteriology, or related field

Benefits

Generous vacation

Holidays

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