Laboratory Sciences Professional Entry Intermediate Level

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine Department of Medicine Division of Rheumatology

Job Title: Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry Intermediate Level)

Position: #Requisition: #36552

Job Summary:

This is an opportunity to join an internationally recognized specialty laboratory located on a highly dynamic scientific and health care campus. In the role at Exsera BioLabs you will be part of a team having direct impact on patient health. Exsera preforms autoimmunity and complement testing for patient diagnostics to advance basic and clinical research and in support of bring new to market. This position is key to our work conducting the testing and preparing quality results to advance patient care. Exsera is a growing and dynamic laboratory that looks forward to welcome the right candidate into our interactive and supportive group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques perform testing and provide quality results to impact patient care.
• 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.
• Prepare lab for daily operations including stocking materials equipment safety cleanliness and related areas.
• Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
• Review complete and testing worksheets documents and related materials and information.
• Assist in the review and implementation of lab support policies practices and programs to meet regulatory operations and management needs.
• Assist Team Leads Supervisors and/or management with creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives.

Work Location:

Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora Co.

Why Join Us:

Exsera BioLabs is part of the Colorado School of Medicine on the Anschutz medical campus a health care focused scientific environment that offers countless opportunities for growth both personal and professional. Exsera is a growing laboratory in the forefront of rheumatology and complement immunolobiology. We are a large laboratory with ample opportunities for growth and with ample support in the role. As our laboratory is a clinical immunology laboratory we have the privilege of helping patients and their families find answers and in concert with our study sponsors new treatments for the rare diseases which makes for rewarding work.

Why work for the University

We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• 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

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Entry Level:

• Bachelors degree in biology molecular biology chemistry genetics or related field.

Intermediate Level:

• Bachelors degree in biology molecular biology chemistry genetics or related field.
• One 1 year professional level diagnostic or research experience.

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelors degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in biology molecular biology chemistry genetics or related field.
• Two 2 years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient 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.

How to Apply:

For full consideration please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address.

Questions should be directed to: Ally Weick

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range or hiring range for this position has been established as:

Entry Level: $46274 $58861

Intermediate Level: $50357 $64054

The above salary range or hiring range represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.

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.

Total Compensation Calculator: Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplacewhere all individuals are treated with respect and dignity andwe encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado 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.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID19 virus and othervaccine preventable diseases. If you work visit or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work visit or volunteer respectively. In addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.