Laboratory Sciences Professional (Open Rank: Entry – Intermediate)
About The Position
The Flores-Aldama lab is seeking to hire an entry- to intermediate-level laboratory science professional. The position will focus on university compliance, lab organization, and inventory management, and has reserved time (approximately 50%) to contribute to other aspects of the lab’s research. Research responsibilities will include contributing to the development of new tools/techniques and conducting experiments in collaboration with other members of the lab. Experimental approaches will include, but are not limited to, cell culture, molecular biology, and electrophysiology. This position would be an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative and welcoming research environment, conducting experiments, and contributing with strong organizational skills to the success of a growing laboratory. We are particularly interested in candidates seeking to develop a research-intensive career while securing a stable position within an active and supportive research team.
Requirements
- Entry Level: Bachelor’s degree in biology, biophysics, molecular biology, physiology, 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.
- Intermediate Level: Bachelor’s degree in biology, biophysics, molecular biology, physiology, 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.
- One (1) year professional level research experience
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques
- Intermediate: 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
- Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
- Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
- Skills in cell culture, in special stem cells and cardiomyocyte differentiation
- Skills in electrophysiology
- Skills in Molecular Biology
Nice To Haves
- Entry Level: Master’s degree in biology, biophysics, molecular biology, physiology, genetics or related field
- Prior experience or background within an experimental or wet laboratory
- Intermediate Level: Master’s degree in biology, biophysics, molecular biology, physiology, genetics or related field
- Intermediate: Two (2) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory
- Verifiable lab management experience for Intermediate rank
Responsibilities
- 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
- Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas
- 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
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: 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
