Scientist
$65,000–$65,000 year
On-siteMadison, Wisconsin, United States
Job Summary
Establish a new neonatal nonhuman primate model for maternal vaccine evaluation by conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing research data, and documenting results. Lead study coordination, microbiology, and collaborative data analysis while mentoring graduate and undergraduate trainees. Serve as the main liaison with internal and external stakeholders to represent the specialized research area and facilitate scholarly presentations. Write grant applications and proposals to secure externally funded research projects. Complete this 24-month terminal appointment onsite at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, with the possibility of extension or conversion to an ongoing role.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with non-human primate experimental models, including study design, animal handling, and endpoint assessment
- Published first-author, peer-reviewed research on neonatal or maternal-fetal infectious disease outcomes in animal models
- Direct experience with sample collection from pregnant and neonatal animals, necropsy coordination, and tissue processing
- Proficiency with serology methods (antibody detection via ELISA) and interpretation of serological data as evidence of colonization and immune response
- PhD in microbiology, immunology, pathology, veterinary science, or a related discipline
- Continuous work eligibility in the United States (citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, or foreign national authorized to work without employer sponsorship)
- Proof of work authorization and eligibility to work on or before the effective date of appointment
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with congenital or perinatal infections
- Experience working under IACUC and IBC oversight
- Statistical analysis and data visualization in R
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