Professional Research Assistant

UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Professional Research Assistant

Department of Pathology, School of Medicine

Position Number : 00786005

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

Nature of Work

A full-time Professional Research Assistant position is available in the Department of Pathology, University of Colorado Denver Anschutz Medical Campus. The ideal candidate will be reliable, personable, highly motivated, and have demonstrated the ability to work as part of a group under the direction of investigators.  This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast paced, productive research group.

Professional Field

Molecular, cell and cancer biology.

Supervision Received

• James Lambert, PhD

Supervision Exercised

• Potential to assist graduate students, post-doctoral fellows and MD fellows.

Duties

• Patient-derived xenograft propagation, surgical implantation, tumor measurement, and drug administration.
• Animal handling, rodent colony maintenance, breeding, genotyping, and occasional weekend hours may be required
• Molecular biology techniques, PCR
• Western blotting, ELISA
• Cell culture
• Tissue sectioning, H+E staining and immunohistochemistry
• Organ dissection and tissue collection
• General lab maintenance; ordering, cleaning, protocol preparation, surgical supply preparation, organization of data.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range (or hiring range) has been established at $50,000 to $60,000

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

• BS/BA in biology or related field
• Relevant research laboratory experience – Minimum 5 years
• Experience with animal husbandry

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic science background
• An understanding of molecular biology, biochemistry and related methods
• Laboratory animal handling
• Primary cell culture

Required Competencies: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic science research background
• Basic computer and mathematics skills
  • Proficient user of Microsoft office and PRISM
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently or under direction of multiple investigators
• Animal handling and breeding.