The Research Scientist will be expected to establish independent and collaborative research programs and contribute leadership to the Wisconsin Genomics Initiative and the University of Wisconsin Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, a joint undertaking of University of Wisconsin - Madison and Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation (MCRF) and will be eligible for tenure.

This Scientist or Scientist-Physician will have a strong and consistent record of scientific discovery in human genetics. He/she will provide mentoring and assistance to scientists and physician investigators in building their research programs and will assist the Center for Human Genetics Director to develop and implement plans for growth of the genetics research program.

The Scientist will promote the mission of Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation to discover and communicate scientific knowledge that substantially improves human health and well-being and to the mission of Marshfield Clinic, which is to serve patients through accessible, high quality health care, research and education.