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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary: The School of Pharmacy is seeking a research specialist to join the Johnson Lab. This position is focused on improving our understanding of protective mechanisms designed to mitigate the development and progression of Alzheimer\'s disease. Candidates selected for this role will have a tangible scientific impact through utilization of skills such as animal handling, tissue collection and processing, biochemical assays, sectioning of tissues and immunohistochemical staining, DNA/RNA isolation, and PCR/RT-PCR. This position will also gain experience in lab management, with oversight of the laboratory\'s inventories, storage facilities, and general laboratory supplies. Apply now and join us! 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. 65% Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results 15% Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders 5% Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences 5% Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials 5% Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers 5% 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 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... 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/52A9126B70124751