CytoLab Experimental Research Professional
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$ 45000 - 57240
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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department:Pediatrics Neurology
Job Title: CytoLab Experimental Research Professional
Position #: Requisition #:36400
Job Summary:
The CytoLab Experimental Research Professional will be a vital part of the CytoLab teams success in innovative medical research. This team member will be trained to perform wet lab experiments in translational research science and assist with routine laboratory tasks. Specifically they will work on projects focused on neurology and immune system research working with human cells and tissues using advanced cytometry and imaging techniques. The required training will be provided onthejob by our team members. We are seeking an individual who will primarily work at the bench and will interface with the data science team. Our ideal candidate is excited to learn new skills and has had recent course work in a premedical or STEM field.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform Research Experiments
- Establish and maintain regular cell culture of mammalian cell lines for ongoing experimental use including longterm in vitro assays.
- Work with investigators at the clinical translational interface including preparation of human blood and tissue samples into singlecell suspensions and cryopreservation in accordance with HIPAA and institutional guidelines.
- Perform timesensitive experiments including but not limited to time courses drug dilutions antibody titrations and live cell stimulations.
- Conduct regular lab experiments using advanced highdimensional cytometry and imaging techniques as well as fluorescent cell barcoding.
- Regularly update written protocols and lab notebooks to record and communicate experiments performed.
Execute Routine Lab Tasks
- Conduct biohazardous waste disposal safety procedures and laboratory equipment maintenance to support a clean and safe research environment in compliance with CU Biosafety guidelines.
- Maintain regular inventories of laboratory supplies and samples.
- Order laboratory supplies as needed and maintain working stocks of custom in house reagents.
Communicate Data Procedures Results and Next Steps
- Perform basic data quality checks on experimental data collected.
- Troubleshoot issues in experimental results as needed with assistance of supervisor.
- Present experiments performed and data collected to team members at regular internal meetings.
Work Location:
Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Denver CO.
Why Join Us:
The Department of Pediatrics was ranked No. 7 in the nation for Best Medical Schools Pediatrics in U.S. News & World Reports 2022 rankings. The Section of Child Neurology is nationally recognized for providing outstanding consultation clinical care and surgery for children and adolescents with neurological disorders. U.S. News & World Report ranked Child Neurology as one of the top 10 programs in the nation. As the largest medical center in the western region providing such broad expertise The Department of Pediatrics Section of Neurology is the referral center for children and adolescents with neurological disorders for much of the western U.S.
The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance life insurance retirement plans tuition benefits ECO pass paid time off vacation sick and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available please visit: 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.
Diversity and Equity:
The University of Colorado 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 ethnically minoritized individuals persons with disabilities persons within the LGBTQ community and all veterans. In addition the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an AgeFriendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- A bachelors degree in premedical biological science chemistry engineering or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
Substitution: 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:
- Prior experience in a biology chemistry engineering or medical research laboratory is highly desirable
- Handson experience with cell culture tissue preparation and cryopreservation.
- Coursework focused on cell biology and/or medicine especially neurology or the immune system.
- Coursework in statistics computational biology data science or AI in human health.
- Experience working effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to function independently while working with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds within a collaborative organization.
- Ability to effectively manage time resources and responsibilities in accomplishing projects and longterm goals of the team.
- Desire to troubleshoot and overcome experimental obstacles with systematic persistence
- Other required skills include creativity excellent communication (written and oral) skills strong math and quantitative skills and the ability to think critically about expected and received outcomes. and visual presentation skills.
- Ability to effectively present data and experimental results to supervisor and other team members.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective respectful working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting research findings and collaborating with team members.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in experimental procedures independently and to seek assistance when needed.
- Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining laboratory protocols and records.
- Strong organizational skills for managing lab inventories and administrative tasks.
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: Madeline GriderHayes
Screening of Applications Begins:
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified but preference will be given to complete applications received by 03/14/2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range or hiring range for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE $45000$57240
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: Statement:
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 .
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.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
