Open Rank Research Services Laboratory Science Professional (Entry – Senior)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory of Virus Host Dialogue (Viralogue lab: https://www.viralogue.com/) in the Department of Immunology and Microbiology is seeking to hire a senior laboratory science professional. The position will report directly to the PI (Sidd Krishnamurthy) involve both maintaining and creating laboratory infrastructure and and has reserved time (approximately 50%25) to contribute to other aspects of the lab’s research, such as innovating new tools/techniques, completing projects or conducting experiments in collaboration with other members in the group. The research component can be structured flexibly to match the chosen candidate’s background, interests, and skills. This would be an excellent position for someone who enjoys working in a lab, conducting experiments, and has a strong interest in a longer-term position. People who have prior experience handling mice are preferred. The mission of the Viralogue lab is to leverage the interplay between viral elements and the enteric environment to better human health. To do this, we use mouse models, integrating techniques from mucosal immunology, molecular virology and computational genetics to understand 1) how the endogenous virome of the intestine influences exogenous viral infection, 2) how intestinal viruses evade antiviral strategies and 3) how subversion of intestinal defenses changes the host tropism potential of individual viruses. Candidates will have the opportunity to learn and innovate with a diversity of techniques, in both leading and supporting projects. Why Join Us: The Viralogue lab is a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary laboratory that believes that combining different perspectives on the question of intestinal antiviral immunity can evolve new breakthroughs. People who are excited in working in a diverse, collaborative, team science environment, with a large opportunity to grow as a scientist, collaborator and community member should apply. The Department of Immunology and Microbiology encompasses a broad range of research and teaching activities focused on basic mechanisms of host immune responses, viral and bacterial pathogenesis, and the intersection of these two fields. Working in the Department of Immunology and Microbiology offers the opportunity of professional growth in a vibrant academic and scientific environment.

Requirements

Entry Level: 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.
Intermediate Level: 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.
Senior Level: 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.
Two (2) years professional level research experience.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

One (1) to three (3) years of experience in a basic science laboratory.
Experience with laboratory management.
Experience with animal breeding and handling.
Previous experience with flow cytometry, molecular biology/biochemistry.
Knowledge of laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques.
Demonstrate that they are well-organized, reliable, independent, and possess considerable attention to detail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.

Responsibilities

Maintain mouse colony (coordinating weaning, breeding, and crosses).
Maintain Inventory of lab consumables, including ensuring reagents are stocked and reordered when necessary.
Maintaining common lab equipment and ensuring all lab members have access.
Building working relationships with IACUC and EH&S staff to facilitate inspections, and updating the lab’s IACUC protocols, training documentation, SOPs, and EH&S compliance documentation.
Designing and performing experiments and analyzing data from those experiments, experimental techniques range from mouse infections/dissections, flow cytometry, nucleic acid isolation, qPCR/RNA-sequencing, genetic manipulation of viruses and in vitro cell culture.
Attending regular lab and departmental meetings