Research Services Information Sciences Professional (Open Rank: Entry â Senior)
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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department:Physiology and Biophysics
Job Title: Research Services Information Sciences Professional (Open Rank: Entry Senior)
Position # Requisition #37384
Job Summary:
The Scholl Lab in the Department of Physiology & Biophysics is seeking to hire a Research Services Information Sciences Entry-Senior Professional to support advanced data analysis and computational aspects of our neuroscience research program. Our lab studies the function of neural circuits in the developing visual system of ferrets using large-scale in vivo recordings including two-photon calcium imaging high-density electrophysiology and behavioral tracking.
This position will focus on developing and maintaining data analysis pipelines processing experimental datasets and supporting lab members with statistical analysis data visualization and reproducible computational workflows. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong programming skills in Python MATLAB or R and an interest in computational neuroscience to contribute directly to experimental addition to data analysis this position may involve helping to manage the labs data infrastructureincluding overseeing local data servers ensuring proper data backups developing theoretical methods trying out new computational approaches and helping improve lab-wide workflows for data storage and access.
Those with experience in scientific computing signal processing or neuroscience data analysisand especially those motivated by working closely with experimentalistsare highly encouraged to apply. Please visit: to learn more about our research and contact the PI.
Key Responsibilities / Duties:
- 10% Support the Principal Investigator (PI) and research team in managing and analyzing experimental data
- 10% Develop and maintain reproducible data analysis pipelines (e.g. in Python and MATLAB)
- 10% Process large-scale experimental datasets from two-photon imaging electrophysiology (spikes from neuropixel) behavior tracking and spatial gene expression
- 10% Collaborate with lab members on experimental design statistical interpretation data quality control
- 5% Maintain and monitor lab servers and storage infrastructure
- 5% Help document and standardize data formats analysis protocols and scripts
- 10% Evaluate and adopt new computational tools relevant to lab research
- 10% Apply tools and frameworks in data science signal processing and computational neuroscience
- 10% Use or implement components of machine learning dimensionality reduction and statistical modeling for neuroscience data
- 5% Integrate workflows with high-performance computing (HPC) environments or cloud computing platforms (e.g. AWS GCP or institutional HPC clusters)
- 5% Support version control and collaborative software development using Git/GitHub
- 5% Contribute to lab-wide efforts to improve data reproducibility FAIR data practices and open science initiatives
- 5% Assist in managing and improving internal lab wiki documentation and workflow automation using scripting tools (e.g. Bash Python)
Work Location:
Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora CO.
Why Join Us:
Dr. Benjamin Scholls lab is part of the Department of Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus School of Medicine which is known for its highly collaborative environment with many opportunities to interact with other sensory systems behavior and decision making and computational neuroscience groups.
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 bioinformatics Biostatistics Computational Biology Data Science Computer Science or related field
- A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelors degree on a year for year basis
- A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelors degree on a year for year basis
Intermediate Level:
- Bachelors degree in bioinformatics Biostatistics Computational Biology Data Science Computer Science or related field
- A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelors degree on a year for year basis
- A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelors degree on a year for year basis
- One (1) year data management and bioinformatic analyses experience
Senior Level:
- Bachelors degree in bioinformatics Biostatistics Computational Biology Data Science Computer Science or related field
- A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelors degree on a year for year basis
- A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelors degree on a year for year basis
- Two (2) years data management and bioinformatic analyses experience
Preferred Qualifications
Entry Level:
- Masters degree in bioinformatics Biostatistics Computational Biology Data Science Computer Science or related field
Intermediate Level:
- Masters degree in bioinformatics Biostatistics Computational Biology Data Science Computer Science or related field
- Two (2) years of experience analyzing scientific data (live imaging or high-density electrophysiology)
Senior Level:
- Masters degree in bioinformatics Biostatistics Computational Biology Data Science Computer Science or related field
- Three (3) years of experience analyzing scientific data (live imaging or high-density electrophysiology)
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Advanced knowledge of basic statistical principles relevant in medical research
- Ability to analyze and solve complex problems and apply quantitative analytical approaches
- Demonstrated fluency in one or more programming languages (e.g. R Python Matlab)
- Work with file formats and data types common in neuroscience (e.g. NWB HDF5 CSV imaging stacks time series)
- Familiarity with statistical analytical concepts and methods
- 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
- Knowledge of basic human anatomy physiology 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
Screening of Applications Begins:
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified but preference will be given to complete applications received by September 15 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
- Entry Rank: $52103-$66275
- Intermediate Rank: $56700-$72123
- Senior Rank: $61298-$77971
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:
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 workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA 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 COVID-19 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 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
