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Location
MADISON, WI
Role Type
Research
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Job overview

The Researcher I will work in the UW laboratory of Principal Investigator Ryan Denu at the UW Carbone Cancer Center and Department of Medicine. The group studies epigenetic and transcriptional regulation of sarcoma using patient-derived and mouse models, epigenetic techniques, single-cell analysis, spatial omics, and cell and molecular biology. The role is onsite, collaborative, and expected to contribute to scholarly publications.

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Skills

Literature ReviewsGrant DevelopmentEquipment OperationResearch ProtocolsResearch TechniquesData Collection and AnalysisConducting ExperimentsResearch Methodology DevelopmentCollaboration

Full job description

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:Researcher I Job Summary: The Researcher I position will work in the UW laboratory of the Principal Investigator Ryan Denu, M.D., Ph. D. at the UW Carbone Cancer Center and the Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology, Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant. The Ryan Denu Research Group focuses on understanding epigenetic and transcriptional regulation of sarcoma. We utilize patient-derived cell line and xenograft models and mouse models to study sarcoma. We employ epigenetic techniques (e.g. CUT&RUN, ATAC-seq), single cell analysis, spatial transcriptomics and epigenomics, and basic cell and molecular biology techniques. Our goal is to translate our findings into clinical trials to improve the treatment of patients with sarcoma. The position requires the ability to work in a collaborative environment with other investigators on joint projects in this field. Involvement in these activities is expected to lead to scholarly work that will be published in scientific journals. This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location. The work schedule is flexible and will be determined at the time of hire. Key Job Responsibilities: Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities and assists with publications Assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership Trains individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area Collects and analyzes basic research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures Assists with the development of research methodologies and procedures Department: School of Medicine and Public Health, UW Carbone Cancer Center, Denu Lab Our mission is a commitment to... 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/0F3E0F9F1AD9400A

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Pay
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  • US median$102–155K/yr2,236 salary ranges
  • US median$25–38/hr367 hourly ranges
Openings
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Education
3,276 of the 4,866 open Researcher jobs (67%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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