Research ScientistLab Manager (0.5 FTE)

Job Summary:

The Research Scientist/Lab Manager will investigate and develop approaches to combat infections caused by multidrug resistant Gram-negative bacteria within Dr. Brian Tsujis laboratory at the University of Colorado Anschutz Campus in Aurora CO. This research team has NIH support and is entirely dedicated to Clinical and Translational Drug Development to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance. The team has been working for nearly two decades and has made immense contributions in defining and refining exposure-response relationships antibiotics.

The Research Scientist/Lab Manager will provide strategic scientific leadership and oversee the operational management of a high-performing research program. This role is ideal for an experienced scientist who excels at coordinating complex research activities optimizing laboratory operations and driving projects from concept to completion. This position will serve as a key liaison between scientific staff institutional leadership and external partners to ensure research goals are met with the highest standards of quality efficiency and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Laboratory Administration 25%

• Oversee laboratory operations including purchasing vendor coordination and tracking expenditures to ensure cost-effective use of resources

• Manage procurement workflows for consumables reagents laboratory stock and large capital equipment including installation maintenance and service contracts

• Maintain accurate inventory of supplies and equipment to support uninterrupted research activities

• Coordinate facilities-related needs by initiating and tracking work orders for building maintenance general housekeeping and floor care

• Prepare and maintain documentation related to grant expenditures reports and justifications in coordination with central finance and sponsored programs offices

Research and Laboratory Management 75%

• Design plan and execute laboratory experiments as a research scientist ensuring rigorous methodology and reproducible results

• Analyze interpret and document experimental data; contribute to manuscripts presentations and grant applications

• Develop implement and enforce laboratory SOPs including safety compliance and quality control procedures

• Provide post-award financial management for laboratory grants and contracts including budget tracking reconciliation and compliant spending against funding guidelines

• Support strategic planning for the labs research direction infrastructure needs and budget priorities

Work Location:

Remote this role is eligible to work remotely but the employee must be in the United States.

Why Join Us:

The CU Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is preparing the worlds future pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists through innovative learning and teaching. During its more than110-year history the School of Pharmacy has been a global leader in medical discoveries patient care pharmacy advocacy and online education. CU Pharmacy is ranked in the top 15% of all pharmacy schools in the nation producing graduates that exceed national student outcomes and enjoy stellar career opportunities. The Schools faculty are advancing science and health care through programs that reach urban and rural Coloradans as well as communities around the world.

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:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Doctoral degree.

• One (1) year of related experience with supervisory or management experience in a research setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Biology Biochemistry or a related field.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• An exceptionally motivated individual capable of working autonomously while contributing effectively to team efforts.

• Strong knowledge of laboratory operations including inventory management procurement and equipment maintenance.

• In-depth understanding of basic and translational biomedical research methods (e.g. molecular biology cell culture biochemistry or related techniques as applicable to the labs focus).

• Working knowledge of clinical and translational research processes including study design protocol development and data collection workflows.

• Understanding of grant and contract management principles including budgeting allowable costs and sponsor compliance.

• Knowledge of laboratory safety biosafety and environmental health and safety (EHS) regulations and best practices.

• Proficiency with common laboratory techniques and instrumentation relevant to the labs research area.

• Solid data management and analysis skills; ability to work with spreadsheets databases and basic statistical or data visualization tools.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to prepare SOPs reports protocols and contribute to manuscripts and grant applications.

• Proven track record in presenting research findings at conferences and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.

• Excellent organizational interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

• Financial and analytical skills for tracking budgets reconciling expenditures and monitoring grant and operational accounts.

• An analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information solve problems multi-task and work independently.

• Proficiency with standard office and research software (e.g. Microsoft Office or Google Suite; grant management portals).

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. Five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at

Questions should be directed to: Michele Frankovich

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until January 19 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$60008 to $90088

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 is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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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Equal 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 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.