Researcher and Laboratory Manager - Computational Neuropathology

The Nirschl Lab at the University of Wisconsin-Madison focuses on understanding Alzheimer's disease and related dementias using cutting-edge computational and experimental techniques. We seek a highly organized and motivated Laboratory Manager to support essential wet laboratory operations and contribute to the success of the lab's multidisciplinary research mission.

The Laboratory Manager will lead daily laboratory operations, conduct critical molecular biology experiments, manage laboratory supplies and reagent procurement, and help train and mentor graduate students and new lab members in wet lab techniques. The successful candidate will play a key role in establishing standard protocols, maintaining research quality, and supporting scientific productivity in a highly collaborative environment.

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Required
Master's Degree
In Cell and/or Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Neuroscience or a related biological science field by start date.

Required:
- At least 2 years of post-baccalaureate research experience in a biomedical wet laboratory environment.
- Proficiency with standard cell and molecular biology techniques.
- Experience with laboratory management tasks such as ordering supplies, managing reagent inventories, and maintaining laboratory records.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Excellent communication skills and willingness to train others.

Preferred:
- Experience with human or mouse tissue and histologic techniques.
- Experience mentoring undergraduate or graduate students.
- Familiarity with university purchase ordering systems or similar academic research environments.

Full Time: 100%

This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $58,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/). SMPH Academic Staff Benefits flyer: (https://uwmadison.box.com/s/r50myohfvfd15bqltljn0g4laubuz7t0).

Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience.

Tia Seguin
tia.seguin@wisc.edu
608-263-3731
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Researcher II(RE041) or Researcher III(RE042)

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/PATHOL-LAB MED/ANAT PATH

Academic Staff-Renewable

314623-AS