Job Summary
The Leinwand Laboratory is seeking qualified candidates for a temporary, part-time Research Assistant position. The candidate will be expected to work 5-10 hours per week.
The Leinwand Lab’s current research focus is on unraveling mechanisms of genetic heart and skeletal muscle diseases and maladaptive and adaptive cardiac hypertrophy. Please find more information here: https://www.colorado.edu/lab/leinwand/
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.
Who We Are
At the University of Colorado BioFrontiers Institute, researchers from the life sciences, physical sciences, computer science, and engineering are working together to uncover new knowledge at the frontiers of science and partnering with industry to transform their discoveries into new tools. The BioFrontiers Institute is uniquely defined both by our excellent faculty, research, and leadership and by the scientific and geographical ecosystem that empowers our work. BioFrontiers has a unique “frontier” culture that allows our researchers to explore new areas of bioscience by maximizing the resources and talents across the Institute and the university system. The Institute integrates faculty members from eleven academic departments, allowing them to work across fields. BioFrontiers drives innovation without boundaries.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Performing recombinant DNA experiments and molecular biology techniques.
- Maintaining mammalian and primary cell cultures.
- Conducting cell transfections and nucleofection procedures.
- Acquiring and analyzing microscopy images.
- Organizing, analyzing, and presenting experimental data.
What You Should Know
A candidate has been identified for this position. However, all applications will be reviewed and considered before a final hiring decision is made.
What We Can Offer
The hire rate for this part-time position will be $29.29 per hour.
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
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What We Require
- Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or a related field.