Professional Research Assistant

UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER | ANSCHUTZ MEDICAL CAMPUS
Department of Immunology and Microbiology
Professional Research Assistant

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date.  Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2

Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

• Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.
• Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.
• Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.

The University of Colorado Denver 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

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is a comprehensive urban research university serving more than 28,000 students in metropolitan Denver and online. We award nearly 4,000 degrees each year, including more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado public institution. With our solid academic reputation, award-winning faculty and renowned researchers, we offer 119 highly rated degree programs through 13 schools and colleges. The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is well known for its distinctive and highly productive research programs, its world-class health facilities at the Anschutz Medical Campus and its well-established partnerships in business, industry and government. These campuses currently have over $400 million in research awards each year. In addition to the wide array of health-related programs and facilities offered at our Anschutz Medical Campus, a significant number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are taught at our comprehensive campus in the heart of downtown Denver. Denver is one of America’s most vibrant urban centers and the downtown campus, located just steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts and the LoDo District, affords our students, faculty and staff access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural outlets.
Position Summary

• Pursues research goals established by the Principal Investigator.  Responsible to the Principal Investigator for all aspects of planning, developing, operating, recording, and reporting of assigned research projects. Participates actively in designing, developing, and executing a wide variety of laboratory procedures under the supervision of the head of the laboratory.  Performs experimental investigations with considerable independence on a day-to-day basis.
• Has or acquires the skills needed to accomplish research goals, including, but not limited to, extensive techniques in immunology (flow cytometry, cell cultures, lymphocyte isolation and adoptive transfers, etc.), molecular biology (RNA analysis and manipulation, RNA and reagent design, DNA cloning, quantitative RT-PCR, etc.), biochemistry (western blotting, phospho-protein analysis, purification and characterization of DNA, RNA, proteins or other biomolecules, and mouse handling.      
• Performs routine and non-routine tests leading to the successful accomplishment of experimental goals, including trouble-shooting of laboratory protocols and overcoming experimental problems.
• Collaborates with and teaches other researchers to accomplish major research goals.
• Accurately collects and records experimental data and analyses data independently or in conjunction with other research staff.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range (or hiring range) has been established at $35,600 - $42,500

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.

The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services .

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 checks for all new employees prior to their employment.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities.

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.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits .

Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

Diversity and Equity:

Please click here for information on disability accommodations: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/human-resources/employee-relations-performance/ada-compliance

Office of Equity: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/equity

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, or related field.
• One year or more hands-on experience in a research or analytical laboratory setting.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ideal candidate will have 1 year or more experience with laboratory procedures and techniques relevant for working in a research lab focused on study of immune responses to infectious agents, such as flow cytometry, ELISA, immunohistochemistry, molecular biology, and/or biochemical methods.
   
• Knowledge of and experience with aseptic techniques to maintain sterility and culture cells.
• Ability to enter and organize data into spreadsheets and databases; Experience keeping electronic logs and managing inventory.
• Experience handling rodents and maintaining breeding stocks of animals with complex genotypes.
• Experience in an animal research facility.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Attention to detail.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning about and participating in biomedical research.
• Growth mindset and desire to make discoveries.
• Ability to enter and organize data into spreadsheets and databases; Experience keeping electronic logs and managing inventory.