Scientist I

at  University of WisconsinMadison

JOB SUMMARY:

The School of Pharmacy is seeking a Scientist to work in the Johnson Lab. This position is focused on improving our understand of protective mechanisms designed to mitigate the development and progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
A successful candidate will have 2-4 years experience with: working with rodent models of Alzheimer’s disease or related models; basic lab techniques and computer systems knowledge; mouse handling; tissue collecting and processing; overseeing laboratory operations. Further details are provided in the Qualifications section of this posting.
Apply now and join our team!

EDUCATION:

Preferred Terminal Degree
Degree in Biology Sciences, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• 2+ years experience in working with rodent models of Alzheimer’s disease or other related neurodegenerative diseases.
• 2+ years experience with lab techniques and computer systems.
• 2+ years experience with mouse handling, including: injection, gavage, behavioral observation, and breeding.
• 2+ years experience with tissue collection and processing, including biochemical assays (protein assay and western blot), sectioning of tissues, and immunohistochemical staining.
• Experience with DNA isolation and PCR for genotyping.

Preferred:

• experience with DNA isolation and PCR for genotyping.
• experience supervising undergraduate student workers.
• experience with primary cultures from mouse brain tissue.
• experience with lab operations management such as organizing, maintaining and overseeing the lab’s inventories, storage facilities, and general lab supplies.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team.

Identifies research problems, designs research methodologies, performs research, and helps to prepare the results for presentation to professional organizations or for scholarly publications to help advance research.

• 5% Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures
• 60% Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility
• 5% 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
• 5% Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• 10% Assists with laboratory management and daily maintenance
• 10% Mouse handling including injection, gavage, behavioral observation, and breeding