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University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus
Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine
Research Services Entry Laboratory Science Professional
Position #00792855 – Requisition #24320
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *
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The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds.
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The School of Medicine's Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Research Services Entry Laboratory Science Professional.
Jobs in the Research Services career family provide direct professional support of research activities. Functions include contracts and grants solicitation and administration, grant/agreement preparation, review and negotiation, regulatory compliance, sponsor communication and post and pre award management, human subject compliance, research animal management, research laboratory coordination and instruction, environmental health and safety, radiation control, hazardous materials use, disposal, and training.
Professionals at the entry level are responsible for exercising discretion, analytical skill, personal accountability, and responsibility in a wide range of areas including academic, administrative, managerial and student services functions. Work involves creating, integrating, applying, and sharing knowledge directly related to a professional field. At the entry level, duties are limited in scope and are performed with guidance and direction from other professionals and are performed in a training and development capacity.
The research in the Schwartz/Yang Lab focuses on understanding how a combination of genetic factors and environmental exposures contribute to an individual's disposition to develop lung diseases, mainly pulmonary fibrosis. State-of-the-art genetic and genomic approaches, including whole genome sequencing (WGS), transcriptome, epigenome, and proteome studies are used to identify targets and biomarkers of early disease in human cohorts. These targets are then studied in animal and cell models. We use well established animal models of lung injury and fibrosis to study how specific genes contribute to disease development. Required skills for this position include experience with research animals, including basic care and husbandry, drug treatments, animal anesthesia and surgical techniques, necropsy, and histology. Experience with cell culture and molecular assays (ELISAs, PCR, DNA/RNA extractions, immunohistochemistry) is also desirable. This position requires detailed record keeping and the ability to perform basic analyses of collected data. Individual will be expected to collaborate in the design and execution of multiple research projects.
Examples of Duties Performed
- Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
- Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects
- Perform experiments and tabulate and analyze research
- Support analytical testing process using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions, including preserving samples, completing sample preparation, documenting, and communicating results
- Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical test process and evaluate results produced
- Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas
- Provide animal care related to research studies, as necessary
- Pick up, transport, and maintain results, samples, documents, materials, and other items as needed
- Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions
- Review, complete and process logs, documents, databases, and related materials and information
- Provide support researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve process, unit, and related issues
- Assist in the review and implementation of lab support policies, practices, and programs to meet organizational, operations and management needs
- Assist with ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; receive guidance and direction or escalate when required
This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Conditions of Employment
Must be willing and able to occasionally work on weekends and outside of regular business hours when required.
Candidates will be responsible for travel expenses related to the interview process and any relocation expenses, if applicable.
Salary and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $40,280-51,236.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
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Diversity and Equity:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Minimum Qualifications
- 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
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field
- Prior experience or background within an experimental or wet lab
- At least 2 years’ experience research animal handling, animal anesthesia and surgery, and necropsy
- Veterinary Technician (VTNE certified) or equivalent work experience and knowledge
- American Associated of Lab Animal Science certification (ALAT, LAT, LATG)
- 2 or more years’ experience in an academic, medical or research laboratory
- Experience working with human or animals cell cultures in a research environment
Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- 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
- Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion
- Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
- Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
- In-depth understanding of experiment design and the scientific process
- Proficiency in basic molecular biology skills such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA and RNA extraction
- Demonstrate understanding of basic physiological principles and molecular and cellular biology techniques
- Ability to accurately follow assigned protocols and a desire to learn new 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
- Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
- Demonstrated capacity to work independently, think progressively and trouble shoot complex processes
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