Senior Scientist

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The Wellik Laboratory in the Department of Cell and Regenerative Biology offers a unique opportunity for an experienced Scientist to join our team studying the function of Hox genes in the musculoskeletal system using mouse as a model organism. The hired Scientist will help conduct work on Hox function in the musculoskeletal. We seek someone who has prior training in musculoskeletal biology, mouse genetics and molecular analyses.

Expectations are also that this person will help with lab administrative tasks as well. The Scientist will be involved in all aspects of a mouse genetics laboratory’s research program and will be expected to participate in identifying and designing of research methodologies, as well as conduct troubleshooting, design new experiments, carefully document results, provide oversight and participate in management of the laboratory’s daily operations.

This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location. Applicants for this position will be considered for the Scientist II (RE044) and Scientist III (RE045) titles. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist. Candidates who demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities will be given first consideration:
Experience with mouse genetic lines Experience with musculoskeletal biology.

• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• Collects and analyzes complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision
• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• 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
• Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures
• Identifies research problems and develops complex research methodologies and procedures
• May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit as needed

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Cell and Regenerative Biology, Wellik Laboratory.

The Department offers a stimulating, collaborative, and inclusive environment for research, training, and education. Junior faculty are supported by the department, school, and institution, by colleagues recognized for innovation in mentoring and mentor training and dedication to junior faculty success.

UW-Madison is home to the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center, the Waisman Center for Developmental Disabilities, the McPherson Eye Research Institute, and the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery.

Research is supported by modern shared facilities including the UW-Madison Cryo-EM Center, the UW Optical Imaging Core, Center for High Throughput Computing, and many others.

Cell and Regenerative faculty mentor graduate students in several graduate programs across campus and the department holds a new T32 for graduate training in developmental, stem cell and regenerative biology.

The starting salary for the position is $74,067 annually; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

• generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• competitive insurances and savings accounts
• retirement benefits

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• At least 3 years of postdoctoral experience, ideally in mouse genetics and musculoskeletal biology

• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Prior lab management experience

Ph.D. in biology, biochemistry, or related field required

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas.

The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or…