Research Services Intermediate Laboratory Professional

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

6d•$52,030 - $69,720•Onsite

About The Position

The Berdnikovs/Holguin Lab uses systems biology principles to understand the organism-level interactions between metabolism, development and inflammation in lung and allergic diseases, with basic science, translational and computational biology research components. The Berdnikovs/Holguin Lab is hiring for two Research Services Laboratory Professionals who will play a key role in foundational projects with real potential to impact future therapeutic development in obesity, allergy, and asthma. This position will gain hands-on experience in both bench science, performing functional assays of metabolic and immune pathways and in vivo animal experiments, as well as translational research, including handling and processing biospecimens from patients and direct interaction with clinical collaborators. Our research vision emphasizes impact and innovation. Examples of lab’s principal projects include: (1) studies of how obesity, metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance impact the airway and development of allergy and asthma in children and adults; (2) understanding how different organs communicate during inflammation and mechanisms by which gut hormones such as GLP-1 and brain- and adipose tissue-derived hormones regulate inflammation; (3) mechanistic research to understand why metabolic diseases (obesity, diabetes) make individuals more susceptible to severe viral infections. This is a rare opportunity to learn the state-of-the art in vitro, in vivo and in silico lab techniques and be involved in cutting-edge cross-disciplinary research that spans from molecule to bedside, in a supportive academic environment where your contributions will be instrumental in shaping the lab’s direction and impact within the university and beyond.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, 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.
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.
Ability to work with live animals, including handling and procedures on mice (injections, administration of substances, euthanasia) is necessary.
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.
Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Ability to interpret and perform complex research protocols.
Basic knowledge of data entry, graphing results and statistical analysis, preparation of conceptual illustrations.
Basic knowledge of programming and/or computational biology.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field.
Two (2) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory.
Research experience in the fields of immunology, biochemistry or developmental biology.
Experience with oral abstract presentations and presentation of research data.
Previous experience in primary cell culture and/or animal research.

Responsibilities

In-vitro sterile cell and tissue culture.
Performance of immunological lab assays (flow cytometry, ELISA, etc.).
Performance of functional biochemical assays for studies of metabolism.
Set up and processing of in vivo experiments with rodents (handling mice, administering substances, euthanasia and anesthesia, dissections).
Accurate record keeping.
Purchasing and inventory of reagents.