Gao Lab Research Specialist

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Research Specialist

The Gao Lab in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is hiring a research specialist to support the basic and translational research in hematology, focusing on stem cell biology and blood diseases. The successful applicant for this position will have the opportunity to contribute to a multitude of research projects and perform independent research. Other duties will include laboratory management and close collaboration with other research teams at UW-Madison and beyond.

The laboratory is located in the Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research (WIMR) building and candidates with an interest in hematology research are encouraged to apply.

• Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers.
• Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders.
• Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials.
• Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results.
• Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences.
• Performs literature reviews and writes reports.
• Requires onsite work at a designated campus work location.

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Gao Lab

The starting salary for the position is $45,879 annually; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits.

• Prior laboratory research experience.

• Prior experience with biological assays, flow cytometry and laboratory animals/mice.

Bachelor of Science Degree preferred; focus in biology or related field preferred.

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• Cover letter
• Resume required

Your cover letter should address how your training and experience aligns with the required and preferred qualifications listed above. Application reviewers will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process. References will be requested from final candidates. All applicants will be notified once the search concludes and a candidate is selected.

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 on or before the effective date of appointment.

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