Research Specialist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category:Academic Staff Employment Type:Regular Job Profile:Research Specialist Job Summary: Our laboratory in the Department of Pathobiological Sciences focuses on parasitic diseases. We are looking for a Research Specialist to help advance our lab mission to better understand essential behaviors of these complex pathogens at the host interface and to advance human and animal health through new interventions. The overall responsibility of this position will be assisting researchers with laboratory experiments, maintaining biological colonies, and supporting day-to-day laboratory and research operations under moderate supervision. This role involves contributing to ongoing research projects through data collection, record keeping, and adherence to established protocols, while ensuring a well-organized and efficient laboratory environment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently are essential. Organization and attention to detail are imperative skills for success in this position. This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. May include some weekends. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to multitask and pay attention to detail, as well as strong communication skills. Key Job Responsibilities: Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences (5%) Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results (30%) Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials (30%) Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders (15%) Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers (15%) Performs... 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/A7BD8FB23B284F7F