Industrial Refrigeration Consortium Researcher I

University of Wisconsin–Madison

Madison, WI

Pay: $75,000/yr

Shift: Full time

• JR10016101
• Hybrid

• Madison, Wisconsin

• Research

• Closing at: Nov 15 2026 - 11:00pm CST

**Job Category:**

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Academic Staff

**Employment Type:**

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Regular

**Job Profile:**

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Researcher I

**Job Summary:**

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The Industrial Refrigeration Consortium (IRC) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is a collaborative effort between the University of Wisconsin-Madison and industry with a mission to improve the safety, efficiency, and productivity of industrial refrigeration systems and technologies.

The IRC is seeking an engineer to join our team and continue making transformative contributions for the benefit of IRC members and the industry. The person in this position will work both independently and within teams to support IRC-related activities in research, outreach, and education for its member companies and the broader industry. Responsibilities will include:

• Apply expertise in refrigeration technology to improve the safety, efficiency, reliability, and productivity of large-scale field-erected industrial ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Develop appropriate engineering analyses to support recommendations on both an individual systems basis and a broader industry basis. -
• Perform complex computer-based analyses of existing and proposed refrigeration systems.
• Interact with manufacturers, contractors, consulting engineers, and other industry professionals through involvement on IIAR and ASHRAE committees.
• Prepare engineering reports, studies, and guidebooks for IRC member companies and other agencies that provide funding on a project-by-project basis.
• Provide technical support for IRC members in other end-users on safety, including process safety management, risk management, and the application of the latest industry safety standards.
• Develop or assist in the development of project proposals, workshops, conferences, proceedings, and seminars.
• Develop and deliver technical content in professional development courses offered by the IRC for practicing professionals in the industry.
• Conduct research and curate best practices in refrigeration systems and technologies that utilize carbon dioxide and hydrocarbon refrigerants.
• Execute a professional development plan and pursue appropriate professional certificates and licenses applicable to the IRC mission.
• Apply appropriate communication, organizational, and administrative skills.

**Additional Information:**

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**Travel is required:**

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• Must provide a valid driver's license. Employees may use their own transportation or receive approval for University Car Fleet usage. Employment is conditional pending the results of a Pre-hire Driver Authorization Check. Visit Driver Authorization (

**Remote Work:**

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• The anticipated hybrid work schedule will be up to two days remote, with 3 days onsite

**Visa Sponsorship not available:**

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• Please be aware that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
• This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you would have to provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

The College of Engineering is not an E-Verify employer and therefore we cannot accept F-1 OPT STEM Extensions for employment eligibility.

**Key Job Responsibilities:**

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• Assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding

• Provides technical support to IRC members for their industrial refrigeration systems and the application of process safety management and industry-specific safety standards.

• Trains individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area

• Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership

• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities and assists with publications

• Assists with the development of research methodologies and procedures

• Collects and analyzes basic research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures

**Department:**

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College of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering

**Compensation:**

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The starting salary for the position is $75,000, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous