University of Colorado · 3 months ago
Laboratory Science Professionals (Open Rank: Entry – Intermediate)
Aurora, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$46K/yr - $59K/yr
1+ years expThe University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking Laboratory Science Professionals to join the Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome. The role involves performing laboratory duties including processing biospecimens, conducting molecular biology assays, and collaborating with research teams to support various investigations.
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Responsibilities
Primary and secondary processing of biospecimens
Process peripheral blood samples into various fractions including plasma, white blood cells and red blood cells
Perform RNA, DNA, and protein extraction and quality control, as well as other various molecular biology-related assays (qPCR, western blot, library preparation, etc.)
Inventory, storage and management of biospecimens; associated record keeping
Manage specimen inventory and auditing of biospecimens as part of the Human Trisome Project biobank, Crnic Institute clinical trials, and associated investigations
Manage biobank use for internal studies and collaborations via cohort generation, sample management, and record keeping
Collaborate with researchers from other programs within the Crnic Institute (clinical, experimental models, data teams) to accomplish project goals and share research results
Assist senior staff in the design, execution and evaluation of research investigations, including literature reviews, performing experiments and pilots, data integration, and analysis
Foundational lab maintenance responsibilities
Assist with various laboratory and clinical support operations, such as autoclaving, inventories, ordering supplies, and hazardous materials management
Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or a directly related field from an accredited institution
1 year of professional-level experience
Preferred
Previous experience with aseptic technique
Experience with iPSC maintenance, differentiation, and experimentation
Experience independently researching, synthesizing and presenting novel and assigned topics
Experience in training all ability levels (e.g. interns, colleagues) in sample processing procedures
Benefits
Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
Company
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-26Grant
2021-04-06Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Richard Schulick
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