Research Specialist

The Research Specialist will participate in field leading research on stem cell-derived islets and isolating human islets from cadaver donors. This position will maintain and differentiate human pluripotent stem cells into pancreatic cells and insulin producing cells using established protocols; control and oversee cell culture and cell manufacturing; and perform quality control assays on cell starting material and cell products. The Research Specialist will learn and participate in all islet cell isolations with a team, and be a significant team member of the Islet Isolation Core and the Integrated Islet Distribution Program. This person will also participate in the care of mice before, during and after procedures, as well as perform/learn assays such as QPCR, ELISA, flow cytometry, immunostaining, ECM production and image analysis of stained tissues.

For more information on this cutting edge research and the Odorico Lab, please visit
https://www.surgery.wisc.edu/research/researchers-labs/odorico/

• 60% Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results
• 20% Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders
• 5% Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences
• 5% Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials
• 5% Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers
• 5% Performs literature reviews and writes reports

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Preferred
Bachelor's Degree

Required:
- Minimum of 1 year research laboratory experience
- Experience with human pluripotent stem cell culture and differentiation

Preferred:
- Experience with pancreatic islet biology
- Experience with mouse handling/procedures and routine cellular and molecular assays

Full or Part Time: 80% - 100%

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

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $50,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The starting salary for the position is $50,000 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/).

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. 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 current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience.

Samantha Connell
slconnell2@wisc.edu
608-265-5311
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Research Specialist(RE047)

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/SURGERY/TRANSPLANT

Academic Staff-Renewable

312987-AS