Research Specialist

University of Wisconsin Madison, United States

Updated: 12 months ago
Location: Madison, WISCONSIN
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Details

Posted: 09-May-23

Location: Madison, Wisconsin

Salary: Open

Categories:


Research - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 278340-AS



Job Summary:

We are looking for a research assistant to join our virus-host interaction group. The research assistant will carry out research projects under the mentorship of other lab members and the PI. Initially projects may be in conjunction with existing laboratory members, but over time the research assistant is expected to become independent.
Science in the Gaglia lab: Our goal is to link the molecular events during viral infection and the molecular function of viral proteins to modulation of viral disease severity. We are fascinated by how viruses rely on a small number of proteins to redirect host pathways and cause large changes in the physiology of cells and organisms. We are particularly interested in how virus-cell interactions modulate anti-viral innate immune responses, as innate immune responses have a crucial and dualistic role on outcome of infection. They can act as a barrier for the virus, reducing viral replication and disease. However, they can also become pathogenic, especially if they are hyperactivated or misdirected. We work on these molecular puzzles using a range of molecular and cellular biology techniques and are now moving into animal studies. For more information on recent and current work, please refer to the lab website (gaglialab.mmi.wisc.edu) and check out our recent manuscripts in Biorvix (https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2022.07.08.499385v2) and mBio (https://journals.asm.org/doi/full/10.1128/mbio.02446-22 ).

Responsibilities:
Develops, designs, and conducts one or more research projects and organizes daily operation of projects and specialized research areas to ensure work meets established objectives under moderate supervision.
  • 70% Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results
  • 15% Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences
  • 10% Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials
  • 5% Performs literature reviews and writes reports

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:

Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences

Qualifications:

We are looking for someone that is excited and enthusiastic about scientific research and likes working in a team and contributing to the group environment. Bachelor in a biological science discipline and some previous laboratory experience needed (summer research projects ok). No specific experimental expertise expected.

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 $40,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Additional Information:

We are part of a rich and stimulating scientific community that includes many virology laboratories. We closely interact with other members of the Institute for Molecular Virology, as well as other virology groups in departments of Medical Microbiology and Immunology and Oncology. We also have collaborations with other laboratories outside of University of Wisconsin Madison.

How to Apply:

To be considered, applications must be submitted online. Please check on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. You will be required to upload a cover letter describing your experience, a CV and contact information for three professional references.

Contact:

Kelly Moran
[email protected]
608-262-4880
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.


Official Title:

Research Specialist(RE047)

Department(s):

A34-VCRGE/MOLECLR VIR/MOLECLR VIR

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

278340-AS
 
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