Research Specialist Pediatrics

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:Research Specialist Job Summary: The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases, is seeking a Research Specialist to join the Williams Lab. The Williams Lab studies human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a leading cause of respiratory illness in children. We strive for a collegial and kind work environment. Our goal is to advance knowledge relevant to human health while fostering the professional growth and development of research team members. Ideal candidates will be skilled in techniques used to investigate viral pathogenesis including standard tools of molecular biology, virology, and immunology. The research specialist will be studying immunopathogenesis of human metapneumovirus (HMPV). This will chiefly involve work using a mouse model of infection. The research specialist will be investigating how various elements of immunity, including epithelial cells and T cells, regulate the host response to HMPV. The research includes studies of the role specific HMPV proteins play in pathogenesis using epithelial cell culture models and mouse models. This position will involve experimental skills of mouse handling; administration of viral infection to mice; analysis of mouse immune cell populations by antibody staining for surface makers; preparation and analysis of immune cell populations by flow cytometry; and utilization of cell analysis software such as FlowJo. Additionally, analysis of virus-specific antibody responses using ELISA, microneutralization, etc. will be required. For work studying the role of viral proteins in pathogenesis, position will include facility of gene cloning, viral culture, and biochemical analysis of gene products through western blotting, and mouse skills as described above. Key Job Responsibilities: Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders Provides operational guidance on day-to-day... 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/E425801A0F194D43