Position Vacancy ID:

89762-AS

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Working Title:

Research Specialist - Histology Lab Manager

Official Title:

SR RESEARCH SPEC(T16BN) or RESEARCH SPECIALIST(T16DN) or ASSOC RESEARCH SPEC(T16FN)

Hiring Department:

A533400-MEDICAL SCHOOL/CARBONE CANC CTR/CANC CTR

FTE:

100%

Anticipated Begin Date:

MAY 10, 2017

Term:

This is a renewable appointment.

Advertised Salary:

Minimum $42,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Degree and area of specialization:

A Bachelor's degree in a biological science is required. Other degree areas may be considered if applicant has preferred experience and certification as indicated below.

Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:

At least two years of histology experience strongly preferred.
ASCP certified HT and experience with immunohistochemistry preferred.

License or Certificate:

Position Summary:

The Histology Lab Manager will prepare sections of tissue from experimental protocols in which the endpoint is the determination of the expression of specific genes within the tissues. This involves both histologic tissue preparation and staining as well as immunohistochemistry of tissue sections primarily from rodents used in experiments in the McArdle Laboratory, as well as from tissues supplied by other investigators throughout the UWCCC and the University. Specifically, the work entails the cutting of serial paraffin and/or frozen sections (up to 100% or more sections per blocked specimen) with subsequent staining for tinctorial properties, enzyme activity and/or immunochemical reactivity.

Additional Information:

The selected candidate will be expected to build interpersonal relationships with constructive interactions, be clear and effective communicators, and promote and create collegial environments that value accountability. Employees will also be expected to uphold UWCCC core values as defined below:

Respect: Demonstrate respect for self and others--behave professionally.
Integrity: Act with integrity and honesty
Teamwork: Commit to and demonstrate teamwork.
Excellence: Ensure excellence, quality, and high ethical standards in conduct and performance.

The School of Medicine and Public Health has a deep and profound commitment to diversity both as an end in itself but, also as a valuable means for eliminating health disparities. As such, we strongly encourage applications from candidates who foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion.

Contact:

Kayla Gomez Cardona
kgomezcardon@wisc.edu
608-265-2528
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 begin the application process please click on the 'Apply Now' button. You will be asked to create a profile and upload a resume and cover letter.

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.

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.

Applications Open: 21 Feb 2017 Central Standard Time
Applications Close: 5 May 2017 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time


To apply please click here!