"Research Associate"

Research Associate

University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Pediatrics | Section of Neonatology

Position #00750733 – Requisition #28392

The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Neonatology has an opening for a full-time Research Associate at the Perinatal Research Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus. The Perinatal Research Center provides multi-disciplinary, basic and clinical research in the areas of perinatal biology and medicine... The candidate will be responsible for imaging and collected digital images analysis. Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to performing histological imaging and analysis using Visiopharm, Imaris, ImageJ and another analysis software. The candidate will be involved in training PRC researchers on imaging equipment usage and performing image analysis, along with equipment management, data analysis and interpretation, and quality control.

Examples of Duties Performed

• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects
• Perform experiments and tabulate and analyze research
• Support analytical testing process using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions, including preserving samples, completing sample preparation, documenting and communicating results
• Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical test process and evaluate results produced
• Pick up, transport, and maintain results, samples, documents, materials and other items as needed
• Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions
• Review, complete and process logs, documents, databases, and related materials and information
• Provide support researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve process, unit and related issues
• Assist in the review and implementation of lab support policies, practices and programs to meet organizational, operations and management needs
• Assist with ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; receive guidance and direction or escalate when required

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performing histological imaging and analysis using Visiopharm, Imaris, ImageJ and another analysis software.
• Training PRC researchers on imaging equipment usage and performing image analysis, along with equipment management, data analysis and interpretation, and quality control.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $56,000 - $112,000.

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Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctoral Degree in Bioengineering, Applied Sciences, Biology, or related field from an accredited institution.
• One (1) year of experience working with image analysis.
• Experience working within an academic, medical, or related research laboratory environment.
• Experience maintaining and cleaning imaging equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) or more years' experience in image analysis.
• An understanding of digital image processing and analysis techniques.
• Experience in advanced, high throughput microscopy systems. Olympus scanning systems preferred.
• Experience working with a semi-automated image analysis software.
• Experience working with computer and network-based software systems as related to data management.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to accurately follow assigned protocols and learn new techniques as needed.
• Demonstrated organizational, methodical, detail-oriented, self-motivated competencies.
• Demonstrated capacity to work independently, think progressively and trouble shoot complex processes.
• Capacity to utilizing highly technical microscopy platforms and associated software systems.
• Work with complex technology and laboratory equipment.
• Work within a high-level secured facility.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References.

Job Category: Faculty | Primary Location: Aurora | Schedule: Full-time