Post-Doctoral Fellow

University of Colorado • Aurora, CO

1d • $63,480 - $77,076 • Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology seeks a full-time qualified postdoctoral fellow to assist with basic and translational projects with a specific emphasis on urinary tract infections. The position will require collaboration with several labs focused on microbiology, endocrinology, cancer biology, materials science, and pharmacology, with a focus on understanding how the immune system, hormones, and bacterial physiology affect lower urinary tract pathophysiology.

Requirements

• PhD in relevant scientific area such as Microbiology, Immunology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Biophysics or Reproductive Biology
• Relevant technical skills, including experience with and routine laboratory experiments such as performance and analysis of real-time PCR, western blotting, biochemical assays, immunohistochemistry, and immunofluorescence.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant previous post-doctoral experience (for applicants with a previous postdoctoral fellowship)
• Experience in cell culture, cytotoxicity assays and animal/mouse handling
• One year or more years of experience with bacterial assays, macromolecular synthesis, polymer synthesis and characterization
• Both classroom and laboratory experience.
• Candidates should have the ability to work independently, identify and set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• 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.
• Above all, the candidate must have a positive, persevering attitude, willingness to learn, and aspire to be a contributing member of our scientific team.

Responsibilities

• Serial dilutions, Gram staining, agar plating assays, and microscopy
• Developing and executing standard operating procedures, including performing general lab chores, making agar plates, autoclaving, ordering reagents, and maintaining regulatory requirements
• Loading nanoparticles with drugs and quantifying drug delivery kinetics
• Experience with microbiology assays and polymer-bacteria interactions
• Mechanical characterization of polymers and polymer composites
• Mastery of general microbiology including: chemical management, biology of bacteria and microscopy
• Cell culture and colony identification and quantification
• Tissue and cell extraction of RNA/DNA and protein
• Proficiency in Western blot assay, PCR, immunohistochemistry
• Mouse handling and survival surgery
• Aseptic technique, disinfection, and sterilization
• Teach/supervise students, professional research assistants, and other lab members
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous leave
• Health plans
• Retirement contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree