Gao Lab Research Specialist

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Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Research Specialist

Job Summary:

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.

* This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Key

Job Responsibilities:

* 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

Department:

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

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is dedicated to the highest quality patient care, cutting-edge and impactful research, and teaching the next generation of pathologists and scientists. We emphasize a healthy work-life balance and provide a supportive work environment committed to the growth and advancement of our members. Our vibrant clinical department integrates anatomic pathology, laboratory medicine, teaching, and a robust research enterprise, and serves the UW, American Family Children's, VA, and other Madison hospitals.

Our basic science and translational research programs have made fundamental discoveries in cell and stem cell biology, immunology, neuroscience, and infectious disease. Opportunities in education include a T32-funded PhD graduate program, pathology resident and fellowship programs, and both medical school and undergraduate curricula.

Madison, often rated as one of the best places to live in America, is built on an isthmus, surrounded by lakes. The city, campus, green spaces and urban areas are blended to create a place unlike any other.

Compensation:

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. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage. SMPH Faculty /Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026

Required Qualifications:

* Prior laboratory research experience

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Education:

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

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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 (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 before the effective date of appointment.

This position is an ongoing position that will…