Research Associate II- Barfield Lab Part-time

Colorado State University • Fort Collins, CO

1d • $27,500 - $28,500

About The Position

The Research Associate II will conduct research on early embryo development and micromanipulation of embryos from large animals in the Barfield Lab, within the Department of Biomedical Sciences. Work includes bovine embryo handling, in vitro embryo production and evaluation, and basic molecular techniques such as PCR and immunofluorescent staining of cells. The role calls for critical scientific thinking and creativity in designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments.

The position also includes preparing research materials, managing research projects and laboratory records, contributing to research protocols and compliance reports, interpreting and analyzing data, and maintaining laboratory regulatory compliance. The employee does not supervise but serves as a team lead for work-study students, hourly employees, undergraduate and graduate students, and rotating research students. Employment is at 50% time. A pre-employment criminal background check is required for new hires.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in reproductive physiology, large animal reproduction, or a related field, plus 2 years of experience in a relevant research environment; or a master’s degree in reproductive physiology, large animal reproduction, or a related field.
• Experience in reproductive biology, embryology, cell culture, and/or in vitro embryo production.
• Experience with embryo micromanipulation systems.
• Interest in comparative reproduction.
• Working knowledge of SAS or a similar statistical program and experimental design.
• Comfort working in slaughterhouses or similar environments.
• Critical scientific thinking and creativity, with the ability to design, conduct, and analyze experiments.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to help others and function as a team member.
• Pre-employment criminal background check required for new hires.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory research, including producing embryos in vitro.
• Perform embryo micromanipulation techniques.
• Perform research procedures such as immunohistochemistry or immunofluorescence, PCR, and genotyping.
• Prepare research materials, including abstracts, posters, platform talks, and presentations.
• Manage research projects, including writing and contributing to research protocols and formal compliance reports.
• Interpret and analyze data and maintain research records.
• Manage laboratory regulatory compliance, including animal care, hazardous waste disposal, controlled substances, and biosafety.
• Order research supplies.
• Serve as team lead for work-study students, hourly employees, undergraduate and graduate students, and rotating research students.

Benefits

• Colorado State University describes a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

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