Laboratory Science Professional (Open Rank: Entry-Intermediate)

Job Summary:

This position is a full-time research position to work on virology, molecular biology, immunology, and pathogenesis of infection and cancer. This full-time position involves research in virology, immunology, molecular biology and pathogenesis, including work to analyze recombinant viruses, cell culture systems and mouse models. Responsibilities include work with cell and molecular biology, virus growth and quantitation, recombinant DNA work, multiparametric flow cytometry, analysis of viruses and host responses in mouse models for determination of virus infection and of disease, including tumorigenesis. The position requires carefully following instructions for a wide variety of laboratory procedures that will be demonstrated or described, keeping excellent, well organized and up-to-date records of experiments, organizing samples for later analyses, ordering supplies in a timely and efficient manner, maintaining equipment in proper working order or promptly arranging for repair of instruments. Maintaining a neat and orderly laboratory is required. Laboratory administrative duties include placing orders for lab supplies, mailing packages to colleagues, helping with preparation of grant applications and manuscripts, preparation of slides and figures, and maintaining financial records. Occasionally, the incumbent will prepare and present results for presentation and group discussions and will instruct others in laboratory techniques when requested by the lab head. The incumbent is expected to work effectively with students, post-doctoral fellows and other lab members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
• Preclinical virology studies, including virus pathogenesis (e.g. lung disease, tumorigenesis, autoimmunity), followed by tissue and cell isolation, processing and analysis. These experiments often involve time courses from days to weeks.
• Multi-parameter flow cytometry and sorting, from sample preparation through collection and analysis.
• Viral propagation and quantitation using cell culture and plaque assays.
• Molecular biology work including DNA and RNA purification, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and real-time reverse transcriptional polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR), protein analysis, including antibody-based flow-cytometric analysis and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA); histological techniques such as tissue sections, staining and immunohistochemistry.
• Detailed data collection and documentation plus analysis, interpretation and presentation.
• Lab management duties, including ordering, record keeping and maintenance. After initial training in lab techniques, will also help to train and supervise students and new lab members.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is the largest academic health center in the Rocky Mountain region at the forefront of transformative education, science, medicine, and healthcare. The campus includes the University of Colorado health professional schools, multiple centers, and institutes and two nationally ranked hospitals, UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado, which treat nearly 2 million patients each year. All interconnected, these organizations collaboratively improve the quality of patient care they deliver, research they conduct and health professionals they train.

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: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

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.

Qualifications:

• 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 professional level research experience

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis

• Master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field

• Master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• Two (2) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory

• Proficient knowledge of basic laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques
• Experience in one or more of the following: virology and/or immunology techniques, flow cytometry applications, use of mouse models, knowledge of R or Python
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information

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

Questions should be directed to: Brooke Lydick, brooke.lydick@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by July 15, 2025. 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:
Entry - $46,274 - $58,861

Intermediate - $50,357 - $64,054.