Scientist

Academic Staff

Employment Type

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile

Scientist I

Job Summary

This position will work under the direction of Dr. Amaya Atucha in the Department of Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences. The main responsibility of the position is to establish hazelnut micropropagation protocol to be expanded to the commercial nursery industry. Responsibilities of the position include development of protocols to establish in vitro cultures, shoot propagation, plant multiplication, and rooting of explants of hazelnut hybrid selections. In addition, care and maintenance (i.e., irrigation, fertilization, and pest control) of greenhouse plants is also expected.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain detailed laboratory records and manage multiple propagation cycles simultaneously. They will have the capacity to independently develop the research program and the ability to communicate effectively with research collaborators, commercial nursery partners, and industry stakeholders.

Additional Information

• This is a terminal position for 12 months. If additional funding becomes available, it may be extended to a maximum of 24 months.
• This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.
• A criminal background check may be required.
• A 12 month probationary/evaluation period may be required.
  
  

• Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
• Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures
• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility
• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
  
  

College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences, Atucha Research Program

Compensation

The minimum salary for this position is $70,000. Actual salary will depend on experience and qualifications.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf

Required Qualifications

• Experience in plant tissue culture, including micropropagation techniques; experience with hazelnut micropropagation is required.
• Experience establishing and maintaining aseptic in vitro cultures, including shoot proliferation, multiplication, and rooting of explants.
• Experience managing greenhouse plant care, including irrigation, fertilization, and pest management.
  
  

• Experience assisting with preparation of grant reports, research summaries, or technical documentation.
• Experience scaling micropropagation systems from research to applied or commercial settings.
  
  

Master's Degree in Plant Science or related field required; PhD in Plant Science or related field preferred

How To Apply

To apply for this position, please click on the "I am a current employee" button or "I am not a current employee" button under Apply Now. You will be prompted to upload the following documents.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
  
  

It's important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

University sponsorship is available for this position.

References: Finalists will be asked to provide contact information (phone and email) for three references, one of which must be a current or former supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Contact Information

Madeilene Hoffman, HR Generalist

madeilene.hoffman@wisc.edu or call 608-265-2951

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