Summary

Supervise and independently perform studies to advance the goals of the principal investigator’s research projects. Perform experiments, analyze data and compile results and monitor quality control processes to ensure integrity of research.

• Major federally funded research program**:** The Chen Lab is co-leading a multi-million-dollar research program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense to develop next-generation vaccines and immune countermeasures.
• Unique human immunology platform**:** Development of human spleen organoid systems that reconstruct immune responses using primary donor tissues.
• Extensive collaborations**:** Partnerships with vaccine engineers, virologists, and investigators working in high-containment (BSL-4) infectious disease laboratories.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex research procedures.
• Develop and perform routine and complex protocols for research programs.
• Coordinate research study activities; lead and manage projects.
• Assist in developing, implementing and monitoring quality activities.
• Collaborate with principle investigators in determining study design and performing statistical analyses.
• Perform and develop routine and complex computational and database methods for implementation. May serve as primary statistician for area.
• Develop new methodologies for lab procedures.
• Maintain supplies, may negotiate with vendors, track purchase orders.
• Participate in meetings with principle investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data, develop methodologies, evaluate lab procedures.
• May oversee the work of laboratory personnel including training and development as well as daily work direction/delegation/prioritizing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

• Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.
• Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.

Qualifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.Minimum Required Education: PhD in a scientific fieldMinimum Required Experience:

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

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Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

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