Research Assistant - Horowitz Lab

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Work type:Postdoc / Research / Fellow
Location:Denver, CO
Categories:Research

About the University of Denver

Located where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains, the University of Denver embodies the spirit of exploration and discovery that defines our region and our history. DU is a private institution built on exploration through research and collaboration among educators, students, and local and global communities. With nationally recognized academic programs, a history of widespread influence, a forward-looking vision for a 21st-century education, and a deep commitment to promoting inclusion, we open a world of opportunity to students and empower them to make a difference around the world. Through learning, scholarship and practice, students gain the experience, knowledge and courage they need to tackle big challenges in the real world and guide diverse communities and organizations.

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About The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry 

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry is an excellent research environment with specialties in biochemistry, analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, and magnetic resonance. The Knoebel Institute for Healthy Aging is an interdisciplinary research institute focused on all aspects of aging and aging-related disease and includes research groups from multiple colleges.

Position Summary

This position is for a research assistant to do lab work on Foldit crystallography.

This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.

Essential Functions

• Expressing proteins
• Purifying proteins
• X-ray crystallography experiments
• Molecular biology experiments
• Protein characterization
• Basic lab maintenance duties

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Biochemistry laboratory experience
• Biochemistry laboratory skills
• Able to work in diverse environment
• Protein expression and purification skills
• X-ray crystallography skills
• Microsoft office skills
• Knowledge of Foldit project

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry or similar

Preferred Qualifications

• Research lab experience in X-ray crystallography, protein expression and purification.

Work Schedule

The duration of this position is from December 2022- October 2023. 

Application Deadline
This position is open until filled.

Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Hourly Rate
The hourly range for the position is $20.00.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver .

Please include the following documents with your application:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

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