University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department of Pediatrics | Section of Neonatology
Job Title: Open Rank Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry, Intermediate, or Senior)
Position #: 00853618 – Requisition #: 41246
Job Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Neonatology, has an opening for a full-time Laboratory Sciences Professional at the Perinatal Research Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus. The Perinatal Research Center conducts multidisciplinary basic and translational research in perinatal biology and medicine. The Wesolowski Laboratory investigates fetal metabolic physiology in large animal models, with a focus on liver development and function, to understand how adverse pregnancy exposures contribute to metabolic disease risk across the lifespan.
This position combines meaningful project leadership responsibilities with hands-on bench and animal research. The Laboratory Sciences Professional will play a key role in the execution and coordination of a multidisciplinary research program involving large animal, molecular, and cellular biology studies. Working closely with the Principal Investigator, the successful candidate will help coordinate multiple concurrent studies, facilitate collaboration among research partners, support laboratory operations, and contribute to the successful execution of scientific objectives in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Entry Level:
Research Support:
Department of Pediatrics | Section of Neonatology
Job Title: Open Rank Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry, Intermediate, or Senior)
Position #: 00853618 – Requisition #: 41246
Job Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Neonatology, has an opening for a full-time Laboratory Sciences Professional at the Perinatal Research Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus. The Perinatal Research Center conducts multidisciplinary basic and translational research in perinatal biology and medicine. The Wesolowski Laboratory investigates fetal metabolic physiology in large animal models, with a focus on liver development and function, to understand how adverse pregnancy exposures contribute to metabolic disease risk across the lifespan.
This position combines meaningful project leadership responsibilities with hands-on bench and animal research. The Laboratory Sciences Professional will play a key role in the execution and coordination of a multidisciplinary research program involving large animal, molecular, and cellular biology studies. Working closely with the Principal Investigator, the successful candidate will help coordinate multiple concurrent studies, facilitate collaboration among research partners, support laboratory operations, and contribute to the successful execution of scientific objectives in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Entry Level:
Research Support:
- Collaborate with Principal Investigators (PIs), researchers,
and laboratory staff in support of research activities.
- Prepare and maintain laboratory work areas for daily
operations, including stocking supplies, maintaining equipment, and
supporting laboratory safety and cleanliness.
- Handle, transport, and properly dispose of laboratory
materials, specimens, and biohazardous waste according to
established guidelines.
- Monitor laboratory inventory and assist with ordering and
organization of supplies and materials.
- Collect, compile, and perform basic analysis of experimental
data.
- Assist with quality control and verification of laboratory
results.
- Prepare routine summaries, reports, and documentation of
research activities.
- Provide animal care and husbandry support for approved research
studies as required.
- Assist with specimen collection, processing, and documentation
associated with animal research activities.
- Assist with implementation of laboratory policies, practices,
and procedures.
- Support compliance with institutional, regulatory, and safety
requirements and escalate issues as needed.
- Assist with identifying routine operational issues and
developing recommendations for improvement.
Advanced Research Activities:
- Independently perform complex laboratory experiments and
analytical procedures.
- Review, develop, validate, and implement new or modified
laboratory techniques and methodologies.
- Troubleshoot laboratory processes, equipment, and experimental
procedures to resolve technical issues.
- Independently analyze, interpret, and summarize research
findings.
- Create tables, figures, graphs, and reports for investigators,
presentations, publications, and research documentation.
- Ensure data integrity through quality control, validation, and
documentation processes.
- Assist team leads, supervisors, and management with development
and implementation of laboratory procedures, workflows, and quality
improvement initiatives.
- Identify laboratory operational challenges and recommend
solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Train, assist, and provide technical guidance to junior team
members and laboratory personnel.
- Serve as a knowledgeable resource regarding laboratory
procedures, equipment, and research methodologies.
- Assist with animal surgeries, necropsies, tissue collection,
specimen processing, and sample tracking activities as
required.
- Coordinate research activities, schedules, and resources for
assigned studies.
Scientific Leadership:
- Serve as a scientific project lead and laboratory coordinator
for multiple concurrent research studies.
- Provide laboratory science expertise in study design, protocol
development, study oversight, data management, data analysis, and
manuscript preparation.
- Function as a subject matter expert and resource for
investigators, researchers, clinicians, and stakeholders.
- Lead planning, execution, and coordination of research projects
to ensure achievement of study objectives, timelines, and
deliverables.
- Coordinate laboratory personnel, external collaborators, and
research partners to support project implementation and
communication.
- Monitor project progress, identify barriers, and implement
corrective actions to maintain project performance.
- Develop and implement protocol-specific systems, process flows,
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training manuals, and
laboratory documentation.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational
efficiency, quality, compliance, and laboratory performance.
- Evaluate laboratory operations and communicate findings and
recommendations to leadership.
- Independently develop, optimize, and troubleshoot complex
biochemical, molecular, cellular, and animal research
methodologies.
- Oversee specialized research activities, including surgical
support, necropsies, specimen collection, sample processing,
laboratory assays, and data interpretation.
- Ensure scientific rigor, reproducibility, and quality standards
across research activities.
- Direct data management, analysis, interpretation, and reporting
activities.
- Lead preparation of scientific reports, presentations,
abstracts, publications, and manuscripts.
- Provide strategic guidance regarding study design, experimental
approaches, and interpretation of research findings.
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO .
Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical, and research facility serving 4,500 students and is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.
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
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Entry Level:
- Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry,
genetics, or related field
- Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry,
genetics, or related field
- One (1) year of professional-level research experience
- Substitution: An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate)
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
- Substitution: An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate)
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
- Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry,
genetics, or related field
- Two (2) years of professional-level research experience
- Substitution: An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate)
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
- Substitution: An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate)
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
Preferred Qualifications:
Entry Level:
- Master's degree in biomedical sciences, physiology, molecular
biology, animal science, or a related field
- One (1) year of experience with molecular and cellular biology
techniques, including nucleic acid and protein analyses, cell
culture, and related laboratory methods
- One (1) year of experience with animal research, preferably
involving large animal models
- One (1) year of experience coordinating research projects,
laboratory workflows, study documentation, and sample
management
- One (1) year of experience analyzing, interpreting, and
communicating scientific data
- Master's degree in biomedical sciences, physiology, molecular
biology, animal science, or a related field
- Two (2) years of experience with molecular and cellular biology
techniques, including nucleic acid and protein analyses, cell
culture, and related laboratory methods
- Two (2) years of experience with animal research, preferably
involving large animal models
- Two (2) years of experience coordinating research projects,
laboratory workflows, study documentation, and sample
management
- Two (2) years of experience analyzing, interpreting, and
communicating scientific data
- Master's degree in biomedical sciences, physiology, molecular
biology, animal science, or a related field
- Three (3) years of experience with molecular and cellular
biology techniques, including nucleic acid and protein analyses,
cell culture, and related laboratory methods
- Three (3) years of experience with animal research, preferably
involving large animal models.
- Three (3) years of experience coordinating research projects,
laboratory workflows, study documentation, and sample
management
- Three (3) years of experience analyzing, interpreting, and
communicating scientific data
- 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.
- Must be willing and able to pass national criminal and sex
offender background checks
- Must successfully pass a 10-panel drug screen through
Children's Hospital Colorado
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to independently manage multiple concurrent projects in
a collaborative research environment
- Knowledge of physiology, biochemistry, genetics, animal
research, and laboratory research methods
- Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and standard
scientific techniques
- Ability to learn and implement complex research protocols and
new laboratory techniques
- Excellent organizational, project coordination, and time
management skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent
priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a
collaborative research team
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and scientific data
management and analysis software
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate
research records and documentation
- Commitment to professionalism, collaboration, and
inclusion
- Dependable and willing to work occasional weekend hours when
required by research activities
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as
they relate to the listed job qualifications and interest in the
position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Three professional references, including name, address, phone
number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Questions should be directed to: stephanie.wesolowski@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by October 1, 2026 .
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range ( or hiring range ) for this position has been established as:
- Entry Level: $47,811 to $64,067
- Intermediate Level: $52,030 to $69,720
- Senior Level: $56,249 to $75,373
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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CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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