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U W-MADISON DIV. CONTINUING STUDIES Research Specialist in MADISON, Wisconsin

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary: Dr. Jorge Osorio is a Professor in the Department of Pathobiological Sciences in the School of Veterinary Medicine. He has a lengthy career in medical sciences, including virology, field epidemiological studies, vaccinology, antivirals and vector control programs. His research group studies molecular approaches to unravel host-pathogen interactions for emerging diseases. The laboratory is actively researching and developing novel human and animal vaccines for diseases including highly pathogenic avian influenza, dengue, chikungunya, plague, rabies and SARS-CoV-2. The successful applicant for this position will work at the UW Hanson Biomedical Sciences building. Duties will include laboratory and animal studies to test and evaluate vaccines. This position will also assist with laboratory management duties, such as biosafety and animal protocol development and revisions, ordering supplies and keeping laboratory records. The position will involve close collaboration with other research teams at the University of Wisconsin and beyond. Duties will also include sharing of research findings with these collaborators. Excellent written and oral communication skills are therefore essential. Responsibilities: Develops, designs, and conducts one or more research projects and organizes daily operation of projects and specialized research areas to ensure work meets established objectives under moderate supervision. 45% Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results 5% Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders 10% Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences 5% Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials 10% Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers 5% Performs literature reviews and writes reports 5% Identifies, proposes, and implements new or... 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/46B514C59B604CDD

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