Laboratory Sciences Professional

University of Colorado • Aurora, CO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Laboratory Sciences Professional to join our team in fundamental and translational pediatric-focused research. This individual will have a central role in executing a broad range of experiments aimed at uncovering molecular changes underlying pediatric heart failure and post-transplant physiology. Our projects utilize human biospecimens from the IRB-approved Pediatric Cardiac Tissue and Blood Biorepository and will include cutting-edge stem cell technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
• An advanced degree (Masters or PhD) may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.
• Intermediate level: One (1) year professional level research experience
• Senior level: Two (2) years professional level research experience
• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
• Must be willing and able to pass national criminal and sex offender background checks
• Must successfully pass a 10-panel drug screen through Children’s Hospital Colorado

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• Three (3) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory
• Training in molecular techniques with a good theoretical understanding and experience in interpretation of results
• Ability to work in the laboratory on weekends, as dictated by experiment schedule
• Microscopy experience
• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques, including RT-qPCR, Western blotting, etc.
• Flow cytometry experience
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other members of a research team
• Proficient knowledge of basic laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques
• Motivated, strong work ethic, attention to detail, interest in learning new skills and scientific discovery

Responsibilities

• Isolate peripheral blood mononuclear cells from patient biospecimens for downstream molecular and immunologic analyses
• Generate patient-derived induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and differentiate/mature into cardiomyocytes
• Perform cardiomyocyte contractility assays and functional phenotyping
• Collaborate with clinical and research team members
• Contribute to data interpretation, and preparation of manuscripts and grant proposals

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level