Working title:
ASSOCIATE RESEARCH SPECIALIST - OPHTHALMOLOGY
Official title:
SR RESEARCH SPEC(T16BN) or RESEARCH SPECIALIST(T16DN) or ASSOC RESEARCH SPEC(T16FN)
Degree and area of specialization:
B.S., biological sciences
Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
Laboratory experience desired, working knowledge of common recombinant DNA procedures and molecular biology techniques, such as PCR & Northern Blots. Excellent communication skills in English, good interpersonal skills and enjoy working as part of a team. Prior experience in genetics and computer databases valuable.
Principal duties:
Provide technical assistance for research on the molecular genetics of Drosophila visual system.
Perform molecular biology techniques such as PCR, Northern Blots, cloning, transfection,
sequencing/informatics, and RNA and DNA isolation.
Responsibilities include:
1)
maintaining knowledge of the current literature and applying techniques to the research setting;
2) assisting in the development and design of experiments as well as carrying out the
experiments;
3) analysis of data;
4) assisting in the preparation of publications and grant
applications;
5) general laboratory maintenance, and
6) supervising
students
| Appointment type: | Academic Staff |
| Department(s): | SMPH/OPHTHAL&VIS SCI |
| Full time salary rate: | Minimum $28,242 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications |
| Term: | This is a renewable appointment. |
| Appointment percent: | 100% |
| Anticipated begin date: | JUNE 01, 2008 |
| Number of positions: | 3 |
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION
Application must be received by: MAY 15, 2008
HOW TO APPLY:
Please apply in writing with letter of application, resume, transcripts and the names and telephone numbers of 3 references. You may also communicate your interest by email to njcolley@wisc.edu.
Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #53262 to
| NANSI JO COLLEY, PHD | Phone: 608-265-5398 |
| DEPT. OF OPHTHALMOLOGY & VISUAL SCNS | TTY: 608-263-2473 |
| 600 HIGHLAND AVENUE - K4/460 CSC | Fax: 608-265-6021 |
| MADISON WI 53792-4673 | Email: njcolley@wisc.edu |