Open Rank Laboratory Science Professional – Pediatric Cardiology Research
About The Position
The overall focus of this translational research program is to better understand the unique adaptations governing pathological cardiac remodeling and the progression to heart failure in pediatric patients with complex congenital heart disease, including hypoplastic left heart syndrome and other single ventricle defects. This Laboratory Science Professional will have a key role in conducting a variety of experiments exploring the molecular and functional metabolic changes related to heart failure progression in this population. We utilize human tissue and blood samples in addition to cell culture- and murine- based models to conduct experiments evaluating molecular transcriptomic, proteomic, and functional alterations associated with heart failure progression. This work will be important for the identification and development of drug therapies that improve cardiac function and enhance transplant-free survival in a population with few other options.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field.
- A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
- One (1) year professional-level research experience (for Intermediate Level).
- Must successfully pass a drug test through Children’s Hospital Colorado.
- Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field.
- Two (2) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory.
- Cell culture experience.
- Training in molecular techniques with a good theoretical understanding and experience in interpretation of results.
- Experience using rodent models.
- Laboratory management skills.
- Proficient knowledge of basic laboratory techniques, including safety procedures and techniques.
- 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.
- Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
- Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
- Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.
Responsibilities
- Cell culture.
- in vivo and ex vivo murine model work.
- Human blood sample processing.
- Molecular and cell biology techniques (RNA, DNA, protein, enzyme activity).
- Mitochondrial metabolic function assessment (Seahorse, Oroboros O2K).
- General laboratory maintenance, including reagent preparation, ordering, organization, and inventory cataloging.
Benefits
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10%25 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
