Epigenetics Researcher: Cancer Biology & Data

University of Wisconsin; Bowens Addition (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin invites applications for a Researcher I in the UW Carbone Cancer Center and Department of Medicine. The role supports epigenetic and transcriptional studies in sarcoma using cell lines, xenografts, and mouse models. Collaboration across labs and potential publications are expected.

The position is onsite, with a flexible schedule; starting salary is negotiable based on experience. Benefits include vacation, holidays, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Experience with cell culture and molecular biology techniques.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Master’s degree in biology or related field.
• Experience in epigenetic methods is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities and assists with publications.
• Assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding.
• Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership.
• Trains individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area.
• Collects and analyzes basic research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures.
• Assists with the development of research methodologies and procedures.

Skills

Cell culture

Molecular biology

Microsoft Office 365

Education

Master’s Degree in biology

Tools

CUT&RUN

ChIP-seq

ATAC-seq

Next-generation sequencing

Single-cell sequencing

Spatial transcriptomics

Mouse handling

Job description

University of Wisconsin invites applications for a Researcher I in the UW Carbone Cancer Center and Department of Medicine. The role supports epigenetic and transcriptional studies in sarcoma using cell lines, xenografts, and mouse models. Collaboration across labs and potential publications are expected.

The position is onsite, with a flexible schedule; starting salary is negotiable based on experience. Benefits include vacation, holidays, and retirement plans.