Research Technician

University of Wisconsin Madison
$21.50 HOURLY
sick time
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Jan 24, 2025
Job Summary: The Department of Medicine, Division of Allergy, Pulmonary and Critical Care, is seeking a candidate who will assist with asthma research in the Samarasinghe laboratory. Asthma is a common complex syndrome of the airways that we mimic in laboratory animals so that we can study the impact of respiratory infections on asthma. The Samarasinghe laboratory focuses on delineating mechanisms of lung immune responses during fungal, viral, and bacterial infections. Understanding the immune mechanisms at play during these infectious diseases leads to opportunities to develop novel therapeutics. Our research program is multidisciplinary involving specialized techniques in allergy immunology, virology and microbiology. The Research Technician should expect to execute routine and complex research experiments, including but not limited to the following procedures: mouse models of asthma, influenza, and bacterial pneumonia, maintenance cell lines, preparation of primary cell cultures from mouse, prepare samples for flow cytometric analyses and microscopic techniques, perform pathogen load quantifications, and maintain detailed laboratory records Responsibilities: Conducts research experiments with limited supervision. Provides technical support with some degree of independence for research projects and/or labs under moderate supervision. 20% Prepares lab and/or field test materials and samples according to established research requirements and specifications. Performs lab or field tests. 15% Inspects and maintains equipment, supplies, inventory, and facility spaces 50% Collects data and monitors test results according to established research requirements and specifications 5% May assist with literature reviews and/or report writing 10% Reviews data to summarize results for presentations or reporting 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 Degree in Biology or related Life Science field Qualifications: Preferred: - Experience in data entry and data management Work Schedule: Weekdays Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. Hours are flexible based on the needs of the division. Work Type: Full or Part Time: 80% - 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 $21.50 HOURLY Depending on Qualifications The starting salary for the position is $21.50/hr 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/). SMPH Academic Staff Benefits flyer: (https://uwmadison.box.com/s/r50myohfvfd15bqltljn0g4laubuz7t0) Additional Information: This position will be heavily involved in collaborative science as such, the ideal candidate must be able to time and project manage efficiently, work with multiple other groups effectively, and meet deadlines. In addition, they will have an interest and willingness to work with animal models of human disease. 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. 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. 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. You will also be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor during the application process. References will not be contacted without prior notice. Contact: Kassie Hefty kjhefty@medicine.wisc.edu 608-262-2710 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Research Technician(RE038) Department(s): A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/MEDICINE/ALLRGY&IMM Employment Class: University Staff-Ongoing Job Number: 310565-CP 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. 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