Scientist I or II

Salary

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Scientist I

WSLH seeks a Scientist with expertise in molecular genomics and sequencing technologies to support and expand innovative research and public health surveillance programs focused on monitoring pathogens in wastewater. The person in this position will play a key role in developing and implementing next generation sequencing workflows, including library preparation, targeted enrichment strategies, and sequencing-based pathogen detection. The scientist will contribute to the development of hybrid capture and other targeted sequencing approaches to enhance pathogen detection in complex environmental matrices.

This role will also involve training and mentoring laboratory staff in molecular and sequencing protocols, contributing to the development of standardized procedures, and helping maintain high-quality laboratory workflows through strong organizational practices and documentation.

Across the projects, the scientist will be collaborating with other university researchers, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, and the CDC. This scientist will pursue Federal Competitive Grant Proposals as a PI in collaboration with other researchers at UW‑Madison and develop a scholarly publication record based on the research activities in this position n us in making a significant impact on public health through cutting‑edge scientific research and innovation.

The employee in this position is expected to use the tools and principles of quality management in performing their daily work including the following:
Demonstrate exceptional customer service by establishing and maintaining effective professional relationships with managers, supervisor, coworkers, and all customers. Provide constructive feedback for the purpose of continuous improvement in a manner that is supportive of WSLH and its mission. Use data collection tools as appropriate. Use effective team skills to contribute to the efficient operation of the work unit. Present ideas, carry out assignments, and provide information as required.

Participate in continuous learning through professional development activities.

Identifies research problems, designs research methodologies, performs research, and helps to prepare the results for presentation to professional organizations or for scholarly publications to help advance research.

• 20% Assist with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures
• 25% Collect and analyze research data, conduct experiments and interviews, and document results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility
• 10% Conduct literature reviews, prepare reports and materials, and disseminate information to appropriate entities
• 5% Attend and assist with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• 10% Write or assist in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• 10% Serve as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area

• 20% Developing and implementing next generation sequencing workflows for wastewater surveillance

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.

• 20% Identify research problems and develop complex research methodologies and procedures
• 20% Collect and analyze complex research data, conduct experiments and interviews, and document results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision
• 10% Conduct…