Job Description

Job Summary:

The Research Technician will be working in the Meat Science and Animal Biologics Discovery (MSABD) research lab assisting with the following:
- Assisting in the preparation of various lab materials such as chemical solutions.
- Stockroom duties including washing glassware, inventory control, safety data sheet management, general cleaning, waste management, etc.
- Assisting in experiment preparation, data collection, and data analytics.

Responsibilities:

Conducts research experiments with limited supervision. Provides technical support with some degree of independence for research projects and/or labs under moderate supervision.

• 70% Prepares lab and/or field test materials and samples according to established research requirements and specifications. Performs lab or field tests.
• 10% Inspects and maintains equipment, supplies, inventory, and facility spaces
• 10% Collects data and monitors test results according to established research requirements and specifications
• 5% May assist with literature reviews and/or report writing
• 5% Reviews data to summarize results for presentations or reporting

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Preferred
Bachelor's Degree

Qualifications:

Required
- Previous experience in a research lab setting
- Strong interpersonal skills to work within a team environment.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and planning skills.
- The ability to work independently.

Preferred
- Background in microbiology, animal science, food science, chemistry, or biochemistry.

Work Schedule:

This position will be required to work 40 hours per week with the intended schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:45am - 4:30pm. Hours will be flexible in order to ensure operational needs are met.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Terminal, 0 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding

Salary:

Minimum $20.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

Additional Information:

The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

How to Apply:

Please click "Apply Now" to start the application process. You will be required to submit a resume and cover letter for consideration. Your cover letter should highlight your experience and skills as they relate to the listed qualifications for maximum consideration.

Contact:

Krista Blessing
dejoode@wisc.edu
608-263-9410
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Research Technician(RE038)

Department(s):

A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/ANIMAL & DAIRY SCIENCES

Employment Class:

University Staff-Fixed Term

Job Number:

306471-CJ

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

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About University of Wisconsin Madison

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been a catalyst for the extraordinary since its founding in 1848. Our students, staff, and faculty partake in world-class education and conduct prolific research that solves real-world problems. Our guiding principle is the Wisconsin Idea, a commitment to outreach that creates a better future for our state, our nation, and the world. We value the contributions of each person and recognize that diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation.

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Fixed term contract, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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