Pediatric Virology Research Specialist

University of Wisconsin-Madison; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Madison, Department of Pediatrics, Infectious Diseases, seeks a Research Specialist to join the Williams Lab. The role focuses on immunopathogenesis of HMPV using mouse models and epithelial cell culture, with work in flow cytometry and antibody assays.

Ideal candidates bring virology/immunology/molecular biology experience, cell culture skills, and familiarity with mouse infection models.

Qualifications

• Experience in virology, immunology or molecular biology research.
• Experience with cell culture and virology methods.
• Knowledge of mouse infection models and associated procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain lab equipment; track inventory and reorder supplies.
• Guide daily activities of staff and student workers.
• Analyze data and prepare reports for internal/external audiences.
• Conduct literature reviews and write summaries.
• Perform experiments per protocols and monitor results.
• Contribute to development and interpretation of research methods.

Skills

Previous lab experience

Mouse models

Flow cytometry

ELISA

Microneutralization

Viral culture

Cell culture

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in microbiology/virology/immunology/molecular biology

Tools

FlowJo

Job description

The University of Wisconsin–Madison, Department of Pediatrics, Infectious Diseases, seeks a Research Specialist to join the Williams Lab. The role focuses on immunopathogenesis of HMPV using mouse models and epithelial cell culture, with work in flow cytometry and antibody assays.

Ideal candidates bring virology/immunology/molecular biology experience, cell culture skills, and familiarity with mouse infection models.