Working title:

Research Animal Technician

Official title:

SR RESEARCH SPEC(T16BN) or RESEARCH SPECIALIST(T16DN) or ASSOC RESEARCH SPEC(T16FN)

Degree and area of specialization:

Bachelor's of Science Degree required with specialization in biology preferred or related field.

Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:

Two or more years of research laboratory experience in an academic or industrial setting working in the areas of veterinarian, cellular or developmental biology. Experience in tissue culture and rodent care are essential. In addition, experience in molecular biology is highly desirable. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential, as is the ability to adapt to various research methodologies and many work environments. Experience with computer applications such as Windows XP, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint are also essential.

Principal duties:

The University of Wisconsin Department of Surgery, Division of Transplantation is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Research Animal Technician. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing daily medical care for rodents used in biomedical research and support. The incumbent will assist with the following duties: 1) islet isolation in rodents; 2) surgical transplantation of islet cells; 3) diagnosing and treating injury and disease; 4) insulin therapy; 5) daily blood glucose measurements; 6) assistance with biochemical assays to determine the function of the engrafted cells; and 7) recovery of specimens for post-mortem analysis. Microsurgery experience is desirable but not required.

In addition, this position requires working within a biomanufacturing facility and the ability to learn current Good Manufacturing Practice standards and procedures. The incumbent will also be on a rotating call schedule to assist with human and nonhuman islet isolations.

Further specific duties: The incumbent will also assist in the performance of pancreatic islet isolations from human and non-human sources; perform experiments as defined by the principal investigator; provide support for general laboratory management; and assist in the islet quality control assessment prior to transplantation.

In addition, opportunities exist for further training and participation in specific areas of research support based on experience or individual interests. In addition, the applicant will be expected to regularly participate in journal club and group lab meetings. The successful applicant should have initiative and be able to assist with designing and performing experiments.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION

Application must be received by: SEPTEMBER 08, 2008

HOW TO APPLY:

Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #59405 to