"Entry Research Services Professional - Laboratory Sciences"

Entry Laboratory Science Professional

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Pathology

Position #: 00810588 - Requisition #: 30188

Job Summary:

Nature of Work

Research Services Entry Professional Laboratory Sciences with special requirements for handling and processing biological tissue and fluid specimens for ongoing research projects in the Pathology Shared Resource. The position will be responsible in performing various administrative tasks, such as data entry, monitoring of clinic and surgery schedule for collection materials, communicating and coordinating with both internal and external clients of specimen collections, and incoming/outgoing shipments.

Examples of Duties Performed:

• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects
• Perform experiments and tabulate and analyze research
• Support analytical testing process using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions, including preserving samples, completing sample preparation, documenting and communicating results
• Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical test process and evaluate results produced
• Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas
• Provide animal care related to research studies, as necessary
• Pick up, transport, and maintain results, samples, documents, materials and other items as needed
• Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions
• Review, complete and process logs, documents, databases, and related materials and information
• Provide support researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve process, unit and related issues
• Review and implement lab support policies, practices and programs to meet organizational, operations and management needs
• Provide support researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve process, unit and related issues
• Assist in the review and implementation of lab support policies, practices and programs to meet organizational, operations and management needs
• Assist with ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; receive guidance and direction or escalate when required

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collection and processing of tissue and body fluid samples from clinical and surgical procedures.
• Annotation of collection details for collected materials.
• Physical and digital inventory management
• Data collection and management from clinical and research sources
• Tissue analysis and distribution for research projects
• Data entry
• Slide handling, scanning, and labeling

Additionally, the position will entail oversight of general lab organization/maintenance, including ordering and allocation, maintaining/updating existing laboratory databases, and regulatory compliance.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working experience in histology, microtomy, immunohistochemistry, and handling tissue and body fluid specimen

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Highly motivated to pursue a long-term career in histology.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques
• 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
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion
• 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

Questions should be directed to: Matt Bilby Matt.Bilby@CUanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (*or hiring range*) for this position has been established as $45,000 - $57,240.