Scientist II

The Wisconsin Institute for Sleep and Consciousness (WISC), housed within the Department of Psychiatry at UW-Madison, is recruiting a highly skilled and motivated Scientist II to support research on the neurobiology of sleep and consciousness across the lifespan. This position is essential to sustaining the scientific productivity and operational excellence of WISC.

The successful candidate will contribute to research projects spanning pediatric and adult populations, with a strong emphasis on high-density EEG (hdEEG) studies, data analysis, and scientific dissemination. This role will also assume substantial responsibilities in research administration and oversight, including regulatory compliance, IRB submissions, and coordination of research staff and study timelines. The position requires initiative, scientific rigor, and the ability to work in close collaboration with interdisciplinary teams of investigators, staff, and trainees.

• 20% Identifies research problems and develops complex research methodologies and procedures
• 35% Collects and analyzes complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision
• 10% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• 5% Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• 10% Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• 10% May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit as needed
• 5% Serves as a unit subject matter expert and liaison to internal and external stakeholders providing advanced level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
• 5% Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures

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Required
PhD in Neuroscience, Psychology, Public Health, or related field.

-Minimum of 5 years of experience in human subjects research
-Background in sleep or circadian research, particularly with EEG or polysomnography
-Proficient in statistical analysis using MATLAB, R, or Python
-Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
-Demonstrated success working in interdisciplinary teams

Preferred Qualifications:
-EEG signal processing
-Experience writing IRB protocols and interacting with regulatory bodies
-Familiarity with electronic data capture software (e.g., RedCap, Qualtrics)
-Prior grant writing experience
-Project/staff management experience in academic setting
-Publication record in sleep or circadian science

Full Time: 100%

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

Terminal, 12 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding

Minimum $75,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.

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. 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.

Kabao Chang
kchang52@wisc.edu
608-263-6062
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Scientist II(RE044)

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/PSYCHIATRY/PSYCHIATRY

Academic Staff-Terminal

316629-AS