Research Assistant Professor - CellSight
About The Position
CellSight, the Ocular Stem Cell and Regeneration Research Program at the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, is seeking a scientist to fill a faculty position at the Research Assistant Professor level (1.O FTE) to carry out research in the areas of retinal biology, stem cell technologies, and regenerative medicine. CellSight is a cross-disciplinary team of investigators working in a highly collaborative environment with the common goal of developing novel stem cell-based therapeutics to treat ocular diseases. The successful candidate will join the 3DRet Lab directed by Dr. Canto-Soler and will be involved in research projects aimed at establishing innovative regenerative strategies to treat retinal degenerative diseases. This is an exciting, new line of work using cutting-edge technology in the stem cell field and we are looking for a motivated and independent scientist willing to contribute with scientific knowledge, technical expertise, mentoring of junior investigators, and writing of manuscripts and grants. There is no direct patient care or contact involved in this position.
Requirements
- A PhD in a relevant field
- Two years of experience as Scientific Writer
- Five years of direct work experience in scientific leadership roles in industry setting
- Strong team player with excellent customer service and interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a diverse group and competing interests.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong mentoring skills
- Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, work under tight deadlines.
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to various situations.
- Ability to take direction and use independent judgment to complete assigned tasks.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Analytical and reasoning ability.
- Ability to represent the department and University in a professional manner with tact and diplomacy.
Nice To Haves
- Direct work experience in industry leading scientific research programs to support product development for regenerative therapies
- Experience in regulatory compliance with FDA regulations
Responsibilities
- Project management of key research projects
- Assist the PI in training, mentoring and supervising lab members
- Contribute to troubleshooting and solving complex scientific or technical issues
- Take on a primary role in the preparation and writing of manuscripts for publication in scientific journals
- Contribute to further strengthening a competitive extramurally funded research portfolio by identifying funding opportunities; assisting the PI with grant conceptualization, strategy, drafting, and editing; mentoring/coaching trainees and other lab members through grant and manuscript writing; and seeking out and applying for independent or co-investigator grants that align with and expand the PI's core research program
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
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
