Careers

Are you ready to join a community focused on improving human health while inspiring the next generation of scientists?

At the Morgridge Institute for Research, we believe that science doesn’t thrive by asking safe questions. We believe that science moves forward and opens new doors in human health when we push toward the boundaries. We believe in Fearless Science.

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Our researchers press into new frontiers of biology and medicine, and every member of our community – whether they work in a lab or not – contributes to this effort. This doesn’t happen by accident. At Morgridge, we work toward an environment where everyone can thrive:

• Work among inspiring scientists.
  Our investigators, research staff, and affiliates are leaders in regenerative biology, biomedical imaging, metabolism, bioethics, virology, and research computing. Together, they build powerful research collaborations for breaking new scientific ground, sharing resources, and recruiting new talent.
• Connect with the community.
  Sparking scientific curiosity and serving society through science are a core part of our mission and vision, and we take it seriously. Morgridge is proud to support and operate a number of programs that bring our scientists and the public together, and our employees are encouraged to participate.
• Have a world-class university at your fingertips.
  The Morgridge Institute is located in the heart of UW-Madison’s campus, and our relationship with the university runs deep. Our investigators hold faculty appointments at UW-Madison, and our employees are affiliates of the university. You can enjoy many of the same library, facility, and professional development access that are available to university staff.
• Enjoy a relaxed, modern facility.
  We are located within the Discovery Building, a collaborative space supported by Morgridge, UW-Madison, and the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation. Our facility was named 2012 “Lab of the Year” by R&D Magazine and has a LEED gold certification for its energy efficiency. Our lab spaces are bright and spacious, and they are complimented by ample rooms for formal meetings and chance encounters alike. Individual desks feature lots of natural light, and you’ll also enjoy an onsite cafe!
• Bring your whole self to the office.
  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity are sources of strength at the Morgridge Institute, and we strive to build an environment that embodies those values. Everyone at the Morgridge Institute has an important contribution to make to diversity, equity, and inclusivity.
• Thrive in a vibrant, affordable city for you and your family.
  Consistently ranked among the top 10 cities in the United States to live, Madison is home to outstanding arts, culture, dining, sports, and outdoor activities. Madison is a compact city situated on an isthmus between two lakes where you can enjoy clean air, great schools, an easy commute, and a reasonable cost of living.
• Feel secure with best-in-class benefits.
  In a recent climate survey employees consistently rated the Morgridge Institute’s benefits as one of the great things about working here. The Institute provides 8% of every employee’s salary as a fully-vested retirement benefit in addition to matching half of your own contributions (up to 3%). We offer an incredibly supportive health plan, generous accruals for paid time off (including volunteer time), medical time off, and more.