Job Summary:
The Wayment-Steele Lab seeks a Research Scientist to lead experimental operations within our highly interdisciplinary team, integrating both computational "dry" and experimental "wet" lab approaches. Our research aims to achieve a predictive understanding of biomolecular dynamics and the mechanisms underlying biological function. In this role, you will spearhead the lab's wet-lab initiatives, focusing on experimentally testing computational models and developing high-throughput assays.
Responsibilities:
Identifies research problems, designs research methodologies, performs research, and prepares and/or presents results for presentation to professional organizations or for scholarly publications to help advance research.
- 5% Identifies research problems and develops complex research methodologies and procedures
- 45% Collects and analyzes complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision
- 5% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
- 5% Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
- 5% Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
- 25% May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit as needed
- 5% Serves as a unit subject matter expert and liaison to internal and external stakeholders providing advanced level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
- 5% Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures
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Education:
Preferred
Terminal Degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Bioengineering or other related field
Qualifications:
Required:
1) Experience with protein expression and purification for structural biology research
2) Knowledge of molecular biology protocol development
3) Knowledge of lab operations, including maintenance of equipment, inventory management, and day-to-day operations including mentoring students in bench techniques
4) Experience with communicating technical information to a varied audience
Preferred:
1) Experience in preparing large-scale protein libraries
2) Familiarity with data analysis in python or related programming languages
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $70,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The minimum salary for this position is $70,000. However, final salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at: or https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf
Additional Information:
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States by the start of the appointment.
How to Apply:
Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials:
CV (required) - Detail your educational and professional background (3-5 pages)
Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience
References - Finalists will be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.
It's important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
Contact:
Stefanie Lannoye
stefanie.lannoye@wisc.edu
608-261-1029
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Scientist II(RE044)
Department(s):
A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/BIOCHEMISTRY
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
315518-AS
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