JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary: The Research Specialist will work the Philip Lab at the UW-Madison Transplant Center in the Department of Surgery at the UW Madison School of Medicine and Public Health. The primary focus of the laboratory is improving kidney and liver transplant outcomes by improved ex vivo organ assessment with a specific focus on vascular tissue biomechanics. Secondary focuses of the lab include normothermic regional perfusion and optimizing organ allocation strategies. The successful applicant will contribute to research using ex vivo perfusion systems of liver and kidneys for vascular testing and advanced imaging including MRI and ultrasound. The successful applicant will also aid in compiling and analysis of clinic perfusion data. Experience with data entry, data analysis, tissue handing, and histology are beneficial. Responsibilities: Develops, designs, and conducts one or more research projects and organizes daily operation of projects and specialized research areas to ensure work meets established objectives under moderate supervision. 40% Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results 10% Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders 20% Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences 20% Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials 10% Compiles, organizes, and analyzes clinical perfusion data according to established research protocols 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... For full info follow application link. 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/ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/09E60C2CB8CF4B58