Research Specialist-Nork Lab Ophthalmology

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is seeking a Research Specialist to join Dr. Nork's Laboratory. This position will perform benchwork duties and will be working with animals in Dr. Nork's Research Lab in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. The Nork Lab investigates animal models of eye disorders. The lab routinely does both histopathological (light and electronnicroscopy) as well as functional (visual electrophysiology) studies. This is a unique opportunity to work with laboratory animals of various species including monkey, rabbit and rodent.

• Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders

• Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials

• Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results

• Performs literature reviews and writes reports

• Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences

• Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers

School of Medicine and Public Health/Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences/Nork Lab.

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS) has built a world-class reputation for cutting-edge research, compassionate patient care, and hands-on training programs for resident physicians and clinical fellows. DOVS is ranked 18th in the nation for research funding from the National Institutes of Health, National Eye Institute. As an academic health care system, the UW DOVS trains undergraduates, graduate students, residents and postdoctoral fellows, as well as provides opportunities to medical students and lifelong learners. These opportunities strengthen the future of ophthalmology by training the next generation of physicians and researchers to provide cutting-edge health care to our patients and pave the way for groundbreaking, sight-saving discoveries. We are a collaborative department that puts people first.

Onsite:

This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.

The starting salary for the position is $44,543; but is negotiable based on experience and 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/).

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-Basic animal handling skills including capture, injections, anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
-Understanding of standard laboratory methods such as handling reagents, making up solutions and reasonable manual dexterity for working with small tissue specimens.
-Computer competency.

- At least 1 year experience in a laboratory and/or working with research animals.
-Ability to perform literature searches, order and maintain laboratory supplies.
-Capable of maintaining laboratory records and writing up laboratory methods.

Bachelors Degree preferred.

Candidates with a bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or similar will be given first consideration.

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Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Beth Reuter, Human Resources Business Partner, ejreuter@wisc.edu, 608-263-3680.

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