Scientist III

University of Wisconsin Madison
$75,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Dec 31, 2024
Job Summary: The Harris lab is looking for a Scientist III to join the lab. This person will be integral to overseeing the Harris Lab, and will work in conjunction with the Lamming Lab. The candidate will help with day-to-day lab activities, animal care, grant and manuscript preparation, experiential design, onboarding and educating other lab members, and with regulatory items for the lab. They will help execute the mission of the MPSC and will require microsurgical skills. The candidate will also work with Dr. Dudley Lamming in the Department of Medicine. Additional duties will include helping to run metabolic chambers, EchoMRI, and behavioral equipment as well as all other duties assigned. This candidate will work with pre and post-doctoral candidates. Responsibilities: Identifies research problems, designs research methodologies, performs and supervises research, and prepares and presents results for presentation to professional organizations or for scholarly publications. May supervise staff. 15% Identifies research problems and develops highly complex research methodologies and procedures. Publishes and presents results to help advance research 35% Collects and analyzes highly complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures 10% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials and, disseminates information to appropriate entities 5% Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information 5% Identifies, writes, or assists in developing grant opportunities, grant applications, and proposals to secure research funding 5% Serves as an institutional subject matter expert and liaison with key internal and external stakeholders providing expert level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area 5% Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures 10% Implements novel microsurgical procedures and coordinates the training of future lab members 10% Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required PhD Qualifications: Required: - At least 4 years of experience in a Scientist role - Experience with grant writing - Experience with publications Preferred: - Experience testing and developing novel drugs to targets Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $75,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications Additional Information: University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship. 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. UW-Madison is not an E-Verify employer, and therefore, is not eligible to employ F1 STEM OPT Extension participants. 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. How to Apply: To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience. Contact: Samantha Connell slconnell2@wisc.edu 608-265-5311 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Scientist III(RE045) Department(s): A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/SURGERY/MIS Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 308189-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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