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SCIENTIST

Apply now(opens in a new window) Job no: 275117-AS
Work type: Onsite, Staff-Full Time
Department:L&S/CHEMISTRY/CHEMISTRY
Location: Madison
Categories: Research


Job Summary:

A Research Scientist in the Goldsmith group, the individual would play key roles in designing and implementing optics and photonics experiments, maintaining equipment, and training students.

Responsibilities: Identifies research problems, designs research methodologies, performs research, and prepares and/or presents results for presentation to professional organizations or for scholarly publications to help advance research.
  • 10% Identifies research problems and develops complex research methodologies and procedures
  • 20% Collects and analyzes complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision
  • 5% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
  • 10% Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
  • 10% Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
  • 10% May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit as needed
  • 10% Serves as a unit subject matter expert and liaison to internal and external stakeholders providing advanced level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
  • 5% Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures
  • 10% Trains research group members
  • 10% Maintains equipment and experimental setups
Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
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Education:

Required
PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or other physical science.

Qualifications:

Required:
Minimum 2 years of postdoctoral experience.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $58,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

The expected salary range for this position is $58,000 - 72,000 but actual salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to Apply:

Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process.
For questions on the position, contact: Beatriz Lemire, beatriz.lemire@wisc.edu , 608-890-0298
To apply for this position you will need to upload a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three professional references, including your current supervisor. References will not be contacted without advance notice.
Your cover letter should address your qualifications as they pertain to the qualifications listed above.

Contact:

Beatriz Bolanos Lemire
beatriz.lemire@wisc.edu
608-890-0298
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.


Official Title:

Scientist II(RE044)

Department(s):

A48-COL OF LETTERS & SCIENCE/CHEMISTRY/CHEMISTRY

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

275117-AS

  The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
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Applications Open: Mar 2 2023 Central Standard Time
Applications Close: Apr 13 2023 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time

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