Cell & Gene Therapy Scientist

Within the Galipeau group at Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research (WIMR), the successful applicant will lead a mentored pre-clinical research project with potential for direct clinical translation. The candidate will develop and study the physiology and translational use of novel cell and gene therapy applications in cancer, inflammatory bowel disease diabetes and neuro-immune disorders. The candidate will also be expected to contribute to the preparation of manuscript and reports and to regularly present their findings at meetings, lab meetings and national/international symposia.

Candidate should expect to execute routine and complex research experiments, including but not limited to the following procedures: maintenance of multiple cell lines, preparation of primary stem cell cultures, histological techniques, immunofluorescence, Western blotting, immunoprecipitation, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, real-time polymerase chain reaction, molecular cloning and site-directed mutagenesis. Maintenance of mouse colonies; perform outcome analysis in mouse models of cancer and immune disease, writing research findings for presentations at scientific and lay meetings and in peer-reviewed journals is also expected.

• 20% Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures
• 20% Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility
• 15% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• 15% Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• 15% Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• 15% Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area

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Required
Terminal Degree
PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, or other closely related biomedical sciences is required by the start date.

This position requires at least 2 years previous experience in tissue culture of cell lines and primary cell lines. Basic laboratory skills/knowledge in biochemistry or molecular biology also required. Experience with flow cytometry and willingness to work with murine animal models of human disease is desired.

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $60,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The starting salary for the position is $60,000 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. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).

This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.

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.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter as a part of the application process. Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position. You will also be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references during the application process. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Charles Amble
caamble@medicine.wisc.edu
608-265-9049
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Scientist I(RE043)

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/MEDICINE/HEM-ONC

Academic Staff-Renewable

309869-AS