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U W-MADISON DIV. CONTINUING STUDIES Researcher I in MADISON, Wisconsin

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary: The Researcher will work with the principal investigator and graduate students or postdocs in the Engin Lab within the Biomolecular Chemistry Department to establish a robust research program studying cellular stress responses in diabetes. Work in the laboratory involves molecular biology, cell culture, microscopy, and mouse metabolic and pharmacological treatment experiments. The successful candidate will conduct independent research under the guidance of the PI and design/develop of lab experiments involving molecular biology (PCR, quantitative PCR, flow cytometry, mammalian cell culture, cell biology (immunostaining, microscopy). The candidate will be required to maintain genetically manipulated mouse lines and to characterize metabolic phenotypes in these strains. Procedures include mouse husbandry, PCR-based genotyping, histology, immunohistochemistry, and metabolic phenotyping (measurement of body weight and blood glucose, collection of tissue and blood samples, treatment of mice with various drugs). The Researcher will prepare figures of their experiments/findings and present their data in weekly lab meetings and potentially in other local or national seminars/conferences. Additional responsibilities include ordering supplies when necessary, maintaining laboratory records, preparation of some laboratory reagents, maintaining laboratory equipment, supervising student workers, and training laboratory staff in techniques and protocols. It is expected that the research specialist will be an active participant in the lab, attend and present at regular group meetings, and prepare portions of scientific manuscripts on which she/he will be a co-author. Responsibilities: Provides technical expertise to fundamental and/or applied scientific research under the direction of senior research personnel or faculty. 55% Collects and analyzes basic 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 and assists with publications 10% Trains individuals and groups on... For full info follow application link. 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. If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/5A8EDF39895C4925

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