MIDUS BioCore Research Specialist
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Job Location:
Madison, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Research SpecialistJob Summary:
The Institute on Aging is seeking a research specialist that will work closely with investigators on the MIDUS (Midlife in the United States) project. MIDUS is a national longitudinal research study that investigates the human aging process by measuring protein biomarkers expressed by the body administering physical and psychological tests and determining socioeconomic factors of all participants. This research position is within the Biological Core which coordinates the shipment of human samples across multiple sites and runs immunoassays in-house to test hormone immune and hematological measures that impact overall health.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Operates cleans and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders
- Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results
- Performs literature reviews and writes reports
- Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers
- Participates in the development interpretation and implementation of research methodology and materials
- Reviews analyzes and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences
Department:
Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research Institute on Aging
Compensation:
The starting salary for the position is$50000 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance tax-advantaged savings accounts and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits please see Qualifications: Bachelors degree in biology neurobiology microbiology immunology genetics chemistry or related area is the preferred minimum. For the best experience completing your application using Chrome or Firefox as your web browser is recommended. To apply for this position select either I am a current employee or I am not a current employee under Apply Now. You will then be prompted to upload your application materials. Important: The application has only one attachment field. Upload all required documents in that field either as a single combined file or as multiple files in the same upload area. Upload required documents: Cover letter Resume Your cover letter should address how your training and experience align with the required and preferred qualifications listed above. Cover letters will be used as a writing sample and to determine the best-qualified applicants. 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 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. Angel Stampfli 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 is an Equal OpportunityEmployer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to including but not limited to race color religion sex sexual orientation 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 by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgroundsand encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website. To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodationfor any step in the hiring process (e.g. application interview pre-employment testing etc.) please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR)in the division you are applying make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you. Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct including sexual violence and sexual harassment.Preferred Qualifications:
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Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Spss
- Data Collection
- Genetics
- R
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Microscopy
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
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