University of Colorado · 3 months ago
Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry – Senior Level)
Aurora, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$46K/yr - $59K/yr
1+ years expThe University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination focusing on transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care. The Laboratory Sciences Professional will be involved in foundational research projects aimed at understanding metabolism, development, and inflammation in lung diseases, contributing to both bench science and translational research.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
In-vitro sterile cell and tissue culture
Performance of immunological lab assays (flow cytometry, ELISA, etc.)
Performance of functional biochemical assays for studies of metabolism
Set up and processing of in vivo experiments with rodents (handling mice, administering substances, euthanasia and anesthesia, dissections)
Accurate record keeping
Purchasing and inventory of reagents
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field
A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis
One (1) year professional level research experience
Two (2) years professional level research experience for Senior Level
Ability to work with live animals, including handling and treatment of mice (injections, administration of substances) is necessary
Advanced knowledge of basic laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
Outstanding customer service skills
Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
Basic knowledge of data entry, graphing results and statistical analysis, preparation of conceptual illustrations
Preferred
Master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field
Three (3) years' experience in an experimental or wet laboratory
Research experience in the fields of immunology, biochemistry, or developmental biology
Experience with oral abstract presentations and presentation of research data
Experience with or basic knowledge of programming and/or computational biology
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
University of Colorado
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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
Professor and Chair of Surgery
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