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University of Wisconsin - Madison

Location: MadisonWI 53705 Document ID: AC022-3ZRV Posted on: 2018-03-1603/16/2018 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2018-04-15
 

RESEARCH SPECIALIST


Position Vacancy ID:
92718-AS

Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Terminal

Working Title:
Research Specialist

Official Title:
RESEARCH SPECIALIST(T16DN) or ASSOC RESEARCH SPEC(T16FN)

Hiring Department:
A074000-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/FOOD SCIENCE

FTE:
100%

Anticipated Begin Date:
MARCH 05, 2018

Term:
This position will end on MARCH 04, 2019.

Advertised Salary:
Minimum $30,207 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Degree and area of specialization:
Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology or related field required. Candidates with advanced degrees will also be considered.


Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
Minimum 1 year experience in a research lab. A strong background in molecular biology, microbiology, and/or biochemistry is required. Prior experience with bacterial genetics, bacterial pathogenesis, host-microbe interactions, and protein chemistry is highly desirable. Must be highly motivated with excellent time management skills; ability to organize and maintain accurate records; experience using EXCEL; strong attention to detail; and the ability to work in a team environment and laboratory setting.

License or Certificate:


Position Summary:
Our lab studies the molecular mechanisms of bacterial signaling and virulence. We take a multi-disciplinary approach involving bacterial physiology, protein chemistry, mass spectrometry, and immunology. The successful applicants will have research and management responsibilities in the lab.

Additional Information:
This is a fixed-term terminal appointment with a guaranteed length of 12 months from date of hire (i.e., January 10, 2018-January 10, 2019). This appointment may be extended up to a maximum of 24 months as a fixed-term terminal appointment depending on satisfactory performance, business need, and funding.

Contact:
Marcia Verhage
verhage@wisc.edu
608-263-7033
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. )

Instructions to Applicants:
To apply for this position, you are required to submit a cover letter detailing experience and a current CV.

Additional Link:
Full Position Details

NOTE: A Period of Evaluation will be Required

The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

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Applications Open: Nov 20 2017 Central Standard Time
Applications Close: Mar 16 2018 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time


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