Research Technician

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Research Technician

The Research Technician position will work in the UW laboratory of the Principal Investigator Ryan Denu, M.D., Ph.

D. at the UW Carbone Cancer Center and the Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology, Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant. The Ryan Denu Research Group focuses on understanding epigenetic and transcriptional regulation of sarcoma. We utilize patient-derived cell line and xenograft models and mouse models to study sarcoma. We employ epigenetic techniques (e.g. CUT&RUN, ATAC-seq), single cell analysis, spatial transcriptomics and epigenomics, and basic cell and molecular biology techniques.

Our goal is to translate our findings into clinical trials to improve the treatment of patients with sarcoma. The position requires the ability to work in a collaborative environment with other investigators on joint projects in this field. Involvement in these activities is expected to lead to scholarly work that will be published in scientific journals. This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.

The work schedule is flexible and will be determined at the time of hire.

• Collects data and monitors test results according to established research requirements and specifications
• Performs lab and/or field test materials and samples according to established research requirements and specifications.
• Performs lab or field tests
• May assist with literature reviews and/or report writing
• Reviews data to summarize results for presentations or reporting
• Inspects and maintains equipment, supplies, inventory, and facility spaces

School of Medicine and Public Health, UW Carbone Cancer Center, Denu Lab

Our mission is a commitment to defeating cancer through rapid application of groundbreaking research, prevention, and treatment. The University of Wisconsin (UW) Carbone Cancer Center has been an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center since 1973. UW Carbone is an integral part of the UW School of Medicine and Public Health and UW Health, bringing together more than 330 physicians and scientists from 50 departments and nine schools to conduct research and translate laboratory discoveries into new patient treatments.

UWCCC builds community by creating a collaborative, respectful, and welcoming environment in which all faculty, students, and staff will thrive.

The starting hourly wage for the position is $17.51 per hour; 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.

Previously worked in a biological sciences research lab. Experience using Microsoft Office 365 (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Previous experience with cell culture.
• Previous experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g. western blotting, DNA and RNA extraction, gene expression analysis, molecular cloning).
• Previous experience in epigenetic methods (e.g. CUT&RUN, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq).
• Previous experience in next generation sequencing, single cell, and/or spatial experiments and analyses.
• Previous experience in mouse handling/modeling.

Bachelors Degree preferred required; focus in biology is preferred

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 require continuous work eligibility.

If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

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