Under the direction of a Principal Investigator, further develops and expands understanding of scientific theory in his/her area of interest. Incumbent also learns and applies scientific laboratory techniques and gains experience in other areas of research that will lead to increased probability of success as an independent scientist. This is a training position with an expected duration of 1 – 3 years. The DIMENSIONS section is used only on position descriptions for supervisors, managers, or vice presidents. Dr. Joshua Muia’s research interests include Metalloproteases (mainly the ADAMTS family) that are involved in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular disease, ADAMTS13 testing in Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia Purpura (TTP), and the role of von Willebrand factor (VWF) in...

Works under the direction of the leader of the Grants & Contracts Office, and works closely with key stakeholders of research administration, including the Associate Director of Office of Sponsored Programs, Sr. Financial Analyst, internal and external Grant Administrators, and Versiti Investigators and fellows. Coordinates and assists with the overall financial, administrative, and grant activities of the BRI. This position is expected to be primarily responsible for pre-award activities but will perform post-award activities as needed by the department. Pre-award activities include preparing grant applications, editing proposals, budget development, and managing external subaward communication for contracts.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigators (PIs) and CTRO Supervisor, is responsible for coordinating research trials from initiation to completion in compliance with regulations and requirements. Manages trial budgets and implements and oversees systems to manage the conduct of the clinical trials and the flow of information among stakeholders. May serve as a team lead or experienced coordinator mentor. May lead a disease function research area.

Under the direction of a Principal Investigator, further develops and expands understanding of scientific theory in his/her area of interest. Incumbent also learns and applies scientific laboratory techniques and gains experience in other areas of research that will lead to increased probability of success as an independent scientist. This is a training position with an expected duration of 1 – 3 years. The DIMENSIONS section is used only on position descriptions for supervisors, managers, or vice presidents. The Sundd Lab is an NIH-funded lab that studies the role of inflammasome, nucleic acid sensing and interferon signaling in neutrophils and platelets in the pathophysiology of vaso-occlusion, lung injury and sterile inflammation in Sickle Cell Disease. The prospective candidate...

We seek to enhance our research program in malignant hematopoiesis. Areas of interest include but are not limited to clonal hematopoiesis, leukemia, metabolism, computational approaches, lymphoma, and myeloid malignancies. Investigators at all academic ranks with a research program focused on malignant hematopoiesis are encouraged to apply. Physician-scientists and researchers with a focus on glycobiology are strongly encouraged to apply. These positions provide attractive start-up packages and outstanding opportunities for collaboration with basic, translational, and clinical investigators. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. The VBRI is located on the same campus as the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, and Froedtert...

Under the direction of the Director of the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) and with the partnership and guidance of the Sr. Post-Award Administrator, this role supports post-award activities for Versiti investigators. Key responsibilities include managing grant requirements, financial budgets, and compliance with regulations (including Uniform Guidance). The Post-Award Coordinator ensures a smooth transition from pre-award to post-award, tracking requirements and deliverables to maintain compliance. Additional responsibilities involve analyzing project expenditures, managing subrecipient agreements and contracts, coordinating project extensions, maintaining administrative systems, ensuring timely closeouts, and providing necessary reports. Collaboration with Research Finance and...

Under the direction of Principal Investigator (PI), this position is responsible for coordinating and administratively supporting research programs. This senior position will assist the PI with preparation of manuscripts and applications for funding, post-award management, and coordinating lab-based and clinical research programs. Appropriately qualified candidates will have the opportunity to dedicate up part of their effort to benchwork focused on generating preliminary data to support new applications for funding. The Deininger lab expertise is in the translational research of leukemia. The lab's research program focuses on the biology of myeloproliferative neoplasms and the development of molecular targeted therapies. We are especially interested in developing novel...

The Versiti Blood Research Institute (VBRI) is an academic center for innovative hematology research in WI. VBRI research spans the spectrum from basic, mechanistic inquiry to clinical- translational and population-based research and currently houses 26 faculty with five focus areas- Hematopoiesis, Glycobiology, Thrombosis and Hemostasis, Transfusion Medicine, and Immunology. To increase the critical mass of hematology investigators assembled under the same roof, VBRI will be adding 18 new PIs over a 7-year period. Designs for a new research building are nearing completion, with groundbreaking slated for the summer of 2024, and completion anticipated in the middle of 2026. This state-of-the-art building will add 80,000 ft2 new space, almost doubling our research capacity.We are...

Exciting Opportunities in Immunology Research The Versiti Blood Research Institute (VBRI) is seeking to recruit independent investigators at a level equivalent to Assistant, Associate Professor or Professor in Immunology. Immunology Faculty PositionsVBRI is seeking innovative researchers who can drive vigorous independent research. Strong candidates in all areas of immunology, particularly in the areas of autoimmunity, lymphocyte biology, innate immunity and cellular therapies are encouraged to apply. Our collaborative team of immunologists includes experts in areas such as autoimmunity, B, T and NK cell biology, and immune regulation. Why Join the Versiti Blood Research Institute?The VBRI is part of Versiti, a not-for-profit organization focused on all aspects of hematology,...