Assistant Research Specialist - Fan Lab
Morgridge Institute for Research, Madison, WI, United States
Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Fan lab at Morgridge Institute for Research and University of Wisconsin‑Madison, which studies metabolism in innate immune cells, is recruiting a motivated and responsible applicant for a full‑time assistant research specialist position.
Responsibilities
Cell culture and cell isolation: isolate innate immune cells; culture primary cells or cell line, culture media preparation
Animal Husbandry: maintain mouse colony
Molecular biology: Conduct molecular cloning; assist in protein expression and purification; analyze proteins using immunoblotting; analyze gene expression using qPCR.
Routine LC‑MS based metabolomics and lipidomics: This work involves performing metabolite/lipid extraction, LC‑MS analysis, data analysis, mobile phase buffer preparation, and basic maintenance tasks of LC‑MS.
Experimental collaboration: Work alongside other scientists on complex experiments.
Experimental design & troubleshooting: Plan experiments, identify proper controls, interpret unexpected outcomes, and troubleshoot.
Prior experience in some of these techniques is desired but not required. As a core member of the research team, you will receive direct technical training. After developing technical independence, you will also be asked to help teach them to other members of the laboratory (e.g., undergraduates and new graduate students).
Professional Growth opportunities
You will work within a supportive and collaborative team.
You will receive training and mentoring in research.
It is expected that the work as a research associate will lead to co‑authorship in multiple publications.
This position can be helpful in experience building before applying to graduate school (e.g., Ph.D. program or M.D./Ph.D. program).
The research associate will work alongside other lab members, and should master professional lab practices, including lab safety, scientific rigor, and maintaining an organized, detailed, and up‑to‑date lab record.
This position is the best fit for a candidate who intends to work in the lab for at least 2‑3 years, unless the candidate is already very experienced in the required skills.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. The ideal candidate will strive to perform each task exceptionally.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties.
Education And Experience
Candidates should hold a bachelor's or master's degree in biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology or closely related areas by the time of starting this position.
Candidates should be organized and responsible, with strong skills in communication.
Ideal candidates will have some scientific research experience and strong professional references from that experience.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Work is normally performed in a wet laboratory environment
Work in a cold room, tissue culture biosafety cabinet, and fume hood is required
Standing for long periods of time is required
No or very limited physical effort is required, but repetitive hand motion (pipetting) is required
No or very limited exposure to physical risk
Occasional evening and weekend work will be requested
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Full-time
Description
The Fan lab at Morgridge Institute for Research and University of Wisconsin‑Madison, which studies metabolism in innate immune cells, is recruiting a motivated and responsible applicant for a full‑time assistant research specialist position.
Responsibilities
Cell culture and cell isolation: isolate innate immune cells; culture primary cells or cell line, culture media preparation
Animal Husbandry: maintain mouse colony
Molecular biology: Conduct molecular cloning; assist in protein expression and purification; analyze proteins using immunoblotting; analyze gene expression using qPCR.
Routine LC‑MS based metabolomics and lipidomics: This work involves performing metabolite/lipid extraction, LC‑MS analysis, data analysis, mobile phase buffer preparation, and basic maintenance tasks of LC‑MS.
Experimental collaboration: Work alongside other scientists on complex experiments.
Experimental design & troubleshooting: Plan experiments, identify proper controls, interpret unexpected outcomes, and troubleshoot.
Prior experience in some of these techniques is desired but not required. As a core member of the research team, you will receive direct technical training. After developing technical independence, you will also be asked to help teach them to other members of the laboratory (e.g., undergraduates and new graduate students).
Professional Growth opportunities
You will work within a supportive and collaborative team.
You will receive training and mentoring in research.
It is expected that the work as a research associate will lead to co‑authorship in multiple publications.
This position can be helpful in experience building before applying to graduate school (e.g., Ph.D. program or M.D./Ph.D. program).
The research associate will work alongside other lab members, and should master professional lab practices, including lab safety, scientific rigor, and maintaining an organized, detailed, and up‑to‑date lab record.
This position is the best fit for a candidate who intends to work in the lab for at least 2‑3 years, unless the candidate is already very experienced in the required skills.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. The ideal candidate will strive to perform each task exceptionally.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties.
Education And Experience
Candidates should hold a bachelor's or master's degree in biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology or closely related areas by the time of starting this position.
Candidates should be organized and responsible, with strong skills in communication.
Ideal candidates will have some scientific research experience and strong professional references from that experience.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Work is normally performed in a wet laboratory environment
Work in a cold room, tissue culture biosafety cabinet, and fume hood is required
Standing for long periods of time is required
No or very limited physical effort is required, but repetitive hand motion (pipetting) is required
No or very limited exposure to physical risk
Occasional evening and weekend work will be requested
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