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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary: The Konopka laboratory focuses on the biology and metabolism of aging, with an emphasis on the musculoskeletal system. The Konopka Lab uses pharmacological and genetic strategies to evaluate fundamental mechanisms involved in aging and age-related disease. This Research Specialist will serve as the point person to lead experiments to evaluate mitochondrial energetics in ex vivo samples collected from animal and human studies. This position may also perform fundamental laboratory techniques such as western blotting and qPCR and will lead tissue processing to prepare samples for subsequent, multi-omic approaches (i.e., RNA sequencing, metabolomics, proteomics, etc.). Last, this position will assist with biosafety and IACUC protocol updates and annual reviews. The selected candidate will work in a team environment that includes the PI, a postdoctoral fellow, clinical research coordinators, and/or graduate students. 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. 20% Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results 20% Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders 20% Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences 20% 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 10% Performs literature reviews and writes reports 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... 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/5C7FB7CB79464182