Research Scientist I — Transmembrane Signaling

Versiti Blood Research Institute; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO and holidays

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

Versiti Blood Research Institute in Milwaukee, WI, seeks a Research Scientist I focused on receptor signaling and transmembrane biology. The Zhu Lab investigates integrins and related receptors using structural biology, biochemistry, and cell biology across extracellular to cytoplasmic domains.

The role emphasizes designing hypothesis-driven projects, pursuing grants, and publishing impactful findings while mentoring postdocs and technicians in a collaborative, translational setting.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or equivalent degree in a related scientific area required.
• 1-3 years postdoctoral experience required.
• Ability to independently apply scientific theory to research experiments.

Responsibilities

• Designs goal-oriented, hypothesis-driven research programs.
• Assists in applying for local or national grants as applicable to fund research.
• Conducts experimental work and data analyses.
• Maintains an active publication and presentation record.
• Supervises research technologists and trainees when needed.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and SOPs.

Skills

Independent research

Data analysis

Organization skills

Communication skills

Supervisory ability

Education

PhD/MD or equivalent

Job description

Versiti Blood Research Institute in Milwaukee, WI, seeks a Research Scientist I focused on receptor signaling and transmembrane biology. The Zhu Lab investigates integrins and related receptors using structural biology, biochemistry, and cell biology across extracellular to cytoplasmic domains.

The role emphasizes designing hypothesis-driven projects, pursuing grants, and publishing impactful findings while mentoring postdocs and technicians in a collaborative, translational setting.