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MCW: SARGEANT HEALTH CENTER Research Scientist I in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Description: We\'re looking for those individuals-the creative thinkers and innovation seekers-who are content with nothing short of changing the world. Discover the endless opportunities within the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and be inspired by the work we can do together to improve health, and make a positive, daily impact in our communities. In the role of Research Scientist I you will supervise and independently perform studies to advance the goals of the principal investigator\'s research projects. Develop, plan and implement experiments, analyze data and compile results, monitor quality control processes to ensure integrity of research, and prepare and write manuscripts and grant applications. This role will be in the laboratory of Dr. William Drobyski in the Departments of Medicine and Microbiology at the Medical College of Wisconsin that is focused on transplantation immunology with a specific emphasis on the immunobiology of allogeneic bone marrow transplantation and the pathophysiology of acute and chronic graft versus host disease (GVHD). Other areas of interest emanating from this focus include T cell and regulatory T cell biology along with inflammation induced by innate immune cells (macrophages, microglia, and dendritic cells). Specific areas of interest include inflammatory cytokine networks that contribute to GVHD, inflammatory cytokine signaling and regulatory pathways that impact the development of tolerance, modulate anti-leukemic responses, and induce pathological damage particularly within the gastrointestinal tract and central nervous system using genetically modified mouse models, flow cytometry, q-PCR, RNA-seq, western blot, single cell RNA seq, bioinformatics, and other immunological techniques. Recent publications include Blood 2018; 132(4): 435-447, Nature Communications 2018; 9(1): 5037; Blood 2020; 135(8): 568-581, Blood 2021; 137(9): 1241-1255, Blood Advances 2022; 6(9): 2791-2803 and Nature Communications 2023; 14(1): 7963. Primary Functions Perform immunology experiments from design conception to final data analysis and presentation of results. Collect, analyze and provide summations of data from experiments. Perform all necessary calculations and reduction of data errors to allow for interpretation of all experimental outcomes. Prepare scientific papers, present scientific data at local and national meetings and assist the Principal Investigator in the preparations of grant applications. Perform molecular biological assays using RT-PCR, real time PCR, Western and molecular cloning techniques. Adopt new techniques in... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability The Medical College of Wisconsin is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/E3DC623D00BA42C8 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.