Post-Doctoral Fellow

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Neurology

Job Title: Post Doctoral Fellow

Position #00846488 Requisition #: 39519

Job Summary:

The Department of Neurology has an opening for a full-time temporary postdoctoral fellow to work on projects lead by Dr. Andrew Bubak. This position will collaborate with study colleagues at all levels of the organization. We are seeking an individual who is collaborative, communicative, caring, detail oriented and organized, proactive, able to think critically, focused on quality, dedicated to personal growth, and highly motivated in all areas of study coordination.

The position will work independently and in collaboration with Dr. Andrew Bubak who directs NIH-funded neurodegenerative and neurovirology research projects. The applicant will design, perform and analyze experiments, and prepare manuscripts and grants.

The position is located at the Anschutz Medical Campus. Hours are usually 8:00 to 5:00 weekdays, but occasional evening and frequent weekend hours may be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the design, performance, and analysis of experiments independently and in collaboration with the Principal Investigator (PI) which may involve one or more of the following:
  • Investigating how varicella zoster virus (VZV) contributes to neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, and stroke.
    • Investigating how extracellular vesicles contribute to these diseases.
  • Laser-capture microdissection of protein aggregates in human brain tissue (e.g., amyloid, tau aggregates) for downstream mass spectrometry analysis.
  • 2-photon imaging of cerebrovasculature in vivo to study vascular dynamics during neuroinfectious events.
  • Investigate the underlying mechanisms mediating chronic pain conditions with the focus on post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN)
• Working, communicating, and collaborating with various colleagues (e.g., principal investigator, clinicians, medical staff, sponsors, contract research organizations (CROs), and neurology research staff, finance and billing professionals, and regulatory team) at various stages of each study assigned.
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders by presenting a positive image of the department and University.
• Independently and in collaboration, responsible for writing grants and serving as a co-Investigator/Principal Investigator on NIH-funded grants.
• Managing accurate and timely documentation of all research activities and correspondences with collaborators (e.g., chain of custody lab samples, progress reports) that adhere to department, University and federal policies and protocols.
• The candidate may be responsible for the supervision of more junior members of the laboratory.

Work Location:

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 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, supported by $704 million in research awards in fiscal year 2023, creating an overall economic impact to the state of Colorado of $11.5 billion. 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in neuroscience or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with rodents (handling, brain surgeries, tissue harvesting)
• Experience in confocal microscopy and imaging software (Axiovision and Image J)
• Experience in image analysis techniques
• Experience in writing and publishing peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work independently and within diverse team structures.
• Respect patient privacy/rights and put patient safety first, excellent patient rapport for any clinically-related projects or human sample acquisition
• A positive, motivated, engaged, and caring attitude
• Great attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work with colleagues and patients in a confidential and professional manner
• Follow best practices in research (ICH guidelines, GCP, FDA guidelines)
• Ability to follow and execute a study protocol and proactively prevent deviations
• Ability to follow direction of the PI and direct supervisor, follow all department SOPs and department policies
• Good documentation practices
• Dedication to professional development and life-long learning
• Ability to be adaptable, flexible, and to think on your feet
• Experience with web-based tracking systems and Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access)

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. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: neurology-hr@cuanschutz.edu

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.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by June 1, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: $62,232 to $75,564