University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Emergency Medicine
Job Title: Laboratory Research Services Professional (Senior or Principal)
Position # 00850835 – Requisition #: 40558
Job Summary
The Department of Emergency Medicine has an opening for a Senior or Principal Laboratory Research Services Professional (RSP). This individual will be involved in conducting various research studies in a fast paced, translational neuroscience research laboratory setting in conjunction with multiple grants and contracts related to drug discovery and development aimed at treating ischemic and traumatic brain injury.
The position is responsible for the design, execution and management of research projects as well as assist in the preparation of research manuscripts and preparation of presentations at national and international conferences/workshops. Specific ongoing projects the applicant will participate in include the effect of age and gender on brain injury following experiment stroke, mild or moderate/severe TBI and the role of novel therapeutic interventions to enhance functional recovery. The candidate should have experience in neuroscience or related research field, experience working with animal handling and surgeries. Experience with molecular, cellular and microscopy is desirable, but not essential. The position will work in a collaborative team environment while being expected to be self-motived investigator who can manage time efficiently. In addition to experimental responsibilities, this position will have responsibilities that include general laboratory management, protocol oversight, database and sample inventory management, oversight of laboratory supplies and inventories, maintaining and documenting compliance with IACUC, and Environmental Health and Safety requirements, overseeing equipment maintenance and certification, corresponding with internal and external collaborators, and conducting research.
The position will require occasional travel for off-site experiments and collaborating research organizations, as well as presenting data at conferences and meetings. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, detail oriented and have the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. This position requires the ability to work full-time in person with flexible hours.
Senior Professionals are responsible for exercising discretion, analytical skill, personal accountability and responsibility in a wide range of areas including academic, administrative, managerial and student services functions. Work involves creating, integrating, applying and sharing knowledge directly related to a professional field. Work is performed fully independently.
Principal Professionals are responsible for exercising discretion, analytical skill, personal accountability and responsibility in a wide range of areas including academic, administrative, managerial and student services functions. Work involves creating, integrating, applying and sharing knowledge directly related to a professional field. Work is performed at an advanced or expert level. Principal Professionals are either work leads over others or are considered a subject matter expert in a particular area.
Duties
- 65% - Laboratory research activities
- 5% - Assay development/troubleshooting
- 5% - IACUC protocol development
- 5% - Data analysis and management
- 10% - Procurement/inventory
- 10% - Budget management
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
- Perform small animal surgeries
- Perform molecular, histological and microscopy analyses
- Perform behavioral assessments
- Data analysis
- Participate in all lab meetings
- Oversee daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas
- Provide animal care related to research studies, as necessary
- Assist team members, Supervisors and/or management with creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives
- Assist and train junior team members
Additional Duties & Responsibilities
- Present data at conferences
- Occasional travel to collaborating institutions
Professional Field
- Neuroscience
- Critical Care Medicine
- Translational Research
- Drug Development
- Pre-clinical Research
Work Location
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.
Why Join Us
The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is dedicated to delivering superlative patient care, providing an environment where training and education thrive and innovation and discovery are fostered.
The Department of Emergency Medicine is based at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora Colorado. The campus is a state of the art medical campus home to the University of Colorado Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, the Colorado School of Public Health; as well as the University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado both of which serve as major training sites for the Denver Health Residency in Emergency Medicine
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional 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: 15/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
Senior Professional:
- Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field from an accredited institution.
- Two (2) years professional level research experience
A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis. An advanced degree (Masters or PhD) may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.
Principal Professional:
- Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field from an accredited institution.
- Three (3) years professional level research experience
A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis. An advanced degree (Masters or PhD) may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Senior Professional
- Master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
- Three (3) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory
Principal Professional:
- Master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
- Four (4) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Advanced or expert knowledge of basic laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques
- Advanced or expert ability to analyze and solve complex problems
- 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
- Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
- Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
Conditions of Employment
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.
How to Apply
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Questions should be directed to: EMED Human Resources at emed.humanresources@ucdenver.edu
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
- Senior Professional: $56,249 - $75,373
- Principal Professional: $64,686 - $86,679
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. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.
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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