Open Rank Laboratory Sciences Professional

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Pediatrics

Job Summary:

A full-time (1.0 FTE) Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry or Intermediate) position is available in the field of genomic mosaicism. The research group is located within the Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, in the Section of Clinical Genetics and Metabolism. This position will be responsible for performing a broad array of genetic and molecular assays and techniques in the area of genetics, genomics, and molecular biology. This work will be part of essential laboratory support tasks and include experiments performed independently and under the supervision of the principal investigator and other laboratory members. In addition, this position will be responsible for managerial aspects of the Breuss laboratory, support of the Principal Investigator's (PI) scientific administration (all levels), and the mentoring of junior researchers (Intermediate only).

Key Responsibilities:

Laboratory Tasks

• DNA/RNA preparation from primary human tissues (e.g., blood, saliva, semen, postmortem or surgical tissues), primary cells, or immortalized cell lines.
• Standard and advanced molecular biology and genetic techniques, such as molecular cloning, PCR, ddPCR, library preparations, and analytical methods (e.g., gel electrophoresis).
• Maintenance and experimentation in cell culture systems, including expansion of cell lines, cryopreservation, and routine mycoplasma testing.
• Maintaining a detailed, accurate, and current experimental record.
• Data organization and analysis.
• Active participation in laboratory meetings and journal clubs.
• Drive projects independently (Intermediate only).

Laboratory Management

• Manage daily laboratory operations: ordering and maintaining inventory, keeping organization and cleanliness of equipment and working spaces, preparing reagents, maintaining laboratory records and databases, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance of the laboratory.
• Assist in the review and implementation of lab support policies, practices, and programs to meet organizational, operational, and management needs.
• Processing, storage, and tracking of biological specimens.
• Coordinate and execute shipping and receiving of biological specimen sampling kits.
• Develop, maintain, and revise standard operating procedures.
• Anticipate future laboratory needs.
• Stay current with technological advances. Coordinate the onboarding process for new laboratory personnel, ensuring proper access and regulatory compliance.
• Train onboarding scientists.
• Supervise junior scientists.
• Coordinate with collaborators.
• Supervise junior scientists (Intermediate only).

Support of PI's Scientific Administration

• Assist the principal investigator in the preparation of manuscripts and grant applications.
• Support the PI in the financial administration of the laboratory (e.g., expense reports, budgeting, supervision of active financial accounts).

Work Location: Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us: The Breuss laboratory is located in the Department of Pediatrics in the Section of Genetic and Metabolism on the Anschutz Medical Campus. We are part of a thriving research environment and are working at the cutting edge of genome biology and genetic mosaicism.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Entry Level: Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field.
• Intermediate Level: Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field. One (1) year of professional-level research experience.

Preferred Qualifications: [Entry and Intermediate level details as listed in text]

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: [List as in text]

Anticipated Pay Range:

• Entry Level: $46,274 to $58,861
• Intermediate Level: $50,357 to $64,054

How to Apply: For full consideration, please submit: 1. A letter of interest... 2. Curriculum vitae / Resume 3. Three to five professional references...

Questions should be directed to: Martin Breuss, Martin.breuss@cuanschutz.edu