Position Vacancy ID:

93437-AS

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Working Title:

GENE EXPRESSION CENTER RESEARCHER

Official Title:

ASST RESEARCHER(E05LN)

Hiring Department:

A347521-VCRGE/BIOTECH/GENE EXPRESSION

FTE:

100%

Anticipated Begin Date:

FEBRUARY 24, 2018

Term:

This is a renewable appointment.

Advertised Salary:

Minimum $65,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Degree and area of specialization:

PhD in a biological sciences field required.

Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:

--Three (3) years of laboratory experience preferred.
--Candidate must have demonstrated proficiency in a molecular biology laboratory setting along with strong molecular biology skills that include RNA expression assay development and optimization, next generation RNA library preparations, RNA/DNA isolation and quality analysis and assay troubleshooting
--Excellent communication (written and oral), interpersonal and computer skills required.
--Experience with Laboratory Information Management (LIM) systems including programming is preferred.
--Candidate will be expected to be a self-motivated individual who is able to work independently, professionally and competently interact with facility customers as well as be able to perform trouble shooting as needed.
--The ideal candidate would have experience developing protocols and enthusiasm to explore new/developing technologies.

License or Certificate:



Position Summary:

The UWBC Gene Expression Center (GEC) is a fee-for-service facility in the Biotechnology Center that offers RNA based application services, primarily targeted for next generation sequencing, to a wide and diverse research community. Customer support and cutting-edge RNA based services are the primary goals of the UWBC KEC.

Additional Information:



Contact:

Emily Baer
ebaer@wisc.edu
608-265-5478
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:

Begin the online application process by clicking the "Apply now" button. Applicants are asked to upload a cover letter outlining your experience as related to the position as well as a current curriculum vitae (CV) or resume.

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NOTE: A Period of Evaluation will be Required

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Applications Open: Feb 5 2018 Central Standard Time
Applications Close: Feb 19 2018 11:55 PM Central Standard Time


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