"Scientist I or II"

Job Details

Salary:
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Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Scientist I

Job Summary:

The staff scientist will carry out independent research, likely have multiple projects in collaboration with other lab members, and help the laboratory develop new research directions. They will also help the PI with writing grants and papers, mentor junior researchers in the laboratory, and in the long run provide continuity as trainees come and go. Science in the Gaglia lab: Our goal is to link the molecular events during viral infection and the molecular function of viral proteins to modulation of viral disease severity. We are fascinated by how viruses rely on a small number of proteins to redirect host pathways and cause large changes in the physiology of cells and organisms. We are particularly interested in how virus-cell interactions modulate anti-viral innate immune responses, as innate immune responses have a crucial and dualistic role on outcome of infection. They can act as a barrier for the virus, reducing viral replication and disease. However, they can also become pathogenic, especially if they are hyperactivated or misdirected. We work on these molecular puzzles using a range of molecular and cellular biology techniques and are now moving into animal studies. For more information on recent and current work, please refer to the lab website (gaglialab.mmi.wisc.edu) and check out our recent manuscripts in Biorvix (https://doi.org/10.1101/2024.12.22.629998, https://doi.org/10.1101/2023.12.01.569683) and Nature Microbiology (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37349586/).

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility
• Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures
• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding

Department:

UWMSN | OVCR | IMV Gaglia Lab

Compensation:

Minimum starting at $70,000

Required Qualifications:

A PhD in a biological discipline and some postdoctoral experience is required, as well as expertise in virology and working with organoid models.

Preferred Qualifications:

We are looking for someone that is excited and enthusiastic about scientific research and likes working in a team and contributing to the group environment. Salary and position level will be commensurate with experience.

Education:

A PhD in a biological discipline

How to Apply:

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You will be required to upload a cover letter and resume/CV with contact information for 3 professional references. Please note, there is only one attachment field. You must upload all your documents in the attachment filed.

Contact Information:

Christopher Johnson (cjjohns8@wisc.edu)