| Job Summary: |
The Waisman Center is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge about human development, developmental disabilities, and neurodegenerative diseases throughout the lifespan. One of 15 centers of its kind in the United States, the Waisman Center encompasses laboratories for biomedical and behavioral research, a brain imaging center, and a clinical biomanufacturing facility for the production of pharmaceuticals for early stage human clinical trials. In addition to its research efforts, the Center provides an array of services to people with developmental disabilities, offers numerous educational and outreach programs to young children and their families, and trains scientists and clinicians who will serve our nation in the future.
The Waisman Laboratory for Brain Imaging PET Lab acquires positron emission tomography (PET) scans on a daily basis. Our research focuses on developing and translating novel PET methods for the study of neurodevelopment and neurodegeneration. A Research Technician in our lab will assist in the production of investigational radiotracers for the study of Alzheimer's disease and other related neurodegenerative diseases.
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| Responsibilities: |
Conducts research experiments with limited supervision. Provides technical support with some degree of independence for research projects and/or labs under moderate supervision.
- 25% Performs lab and/or field test materials and samples according to established research requirements and specifications. Performs lab or field tests
- 30% Inspects and maintains equipment, supplies, inventory, and facility spaces
- 30% Collects data and monitors test results according to established research requirements and specifications
- 15% Prepare for chemical syntheses by assembling materials, cleaning chemistry robots, and preparing paperwork.
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| 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
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| Education: |
Required
Associate's Degree or higher in a STEM or related field.
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM or related field.
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| Qualifications: |
Well qualified candidates will have the required experience:
- 2 years work in a STEM environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize tasks.
- Ability to use common Microsoft software programs, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Well qualified applicants will have the preferred experence:
- Prior experience in a research lab. Relevant student experience will be considered.
- Ability to read and write programming languages with LabVIEW, Matlab, and/or Python.
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| COVID-19 Considerations: |
UW-Madison continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols to protect our campus from COVID-19. All employees remain subject to the COVID-19 Workplace Safety Policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-5086. Please visit https://covidresponse.wisc.edu for the most up-to-date information.
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| Work Schedule: |
7:45am-4:30pm, with 45 minute unpaid lunch
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| Work Type: |
Full or Part Time: 50% - 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
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| Appointment Type, Duration: |
Ongoing/Renewable
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| Salary: |
Minimum $15.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
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| Additional Information: |
Must complete HIPAA and receive certification within the first 5 days of employment and annually thereafter within 5 days of notification.
Reporting requirements must be completed in a timely manner, including but not limited to effort reporting and outside activities reporting.
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| How to Apply: |
Please click on the "Apply Now" button to begin the application process. You will be asked to upload a resume, cover letter and a list of 3 references including contact information.
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| Contact: |
Mariah Ginter
mariah.ginter@wisc.edu
608-263-5671
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )
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