Open Rank Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry-Senior)
About The Position
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is hiring an open-rank Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional for the Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. The position supports research conducted by Dr. Alexander Dowdell, Assistant Professor, and the Dowdell and Colgan labs, whose work focuses on host-microbe interactions and intestinal epithelial homeostasis during inflammatory bowel diseases. The role is accountable for meeting study-specific goals and timelines while performing and assisting with research tasks. The professional communicates effectively with investigators and team members, maintains respectful working relationships, and provides outstanding customer service. This position is expected to work onsite in Aurora, Colorado. It may be hired at the entry, intermediate, or senior level. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, with preference given to complete applications received by December 1, 2026.
Requirements
- Entry level: bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or a related field.
- Intermediate level: bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or a related field, and one year of professional-level research experience.
- Senior level: bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or a related field, and two years of professional-level research experience.
- Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship; sponsorship or employment authorization cannot be provided now or in the future.
- Proficient knowledge of basic laboratory techniques, including safety procedures and techniques.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
- Outstanding customer service skills.
- Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
- Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or a related field.
- Prior experience in an experimental or wet laboratory.
Responsibilities
- Perform scientific experiments related to intestinal biology, gut inflammation, and host-microbe interactions.
- Conduct laboratory animal experiments, including using mice for in vivo models of inflammatory bowel disease.
- Assist with regular laboratory maintenance duties alongside other members of the Colgan group.
- Accurately record experimental notes and data.
- Analyze experimental data and interpret findings.
- Regularly communicate scientific findings to the supervisor and members of the Colgan group.
- Train and mentor junior members of the Colgan group.
- Contribute to the preparation of grant and manuscript submissions as needed.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Multiple dental plan options.
- Disability, life, and vision insurance.
- Retirement 401(a) plan with an employer contribution of 10% of gross pay.
- Paid time off accruals.
- 22 vacation days per year, with a maximum accrual of 352 hours.
- 15 sick days per year, with unlimited maximum accrual.
- 15 holiday days per year.
- Tuition benefit available on all CU campuses.
- Reduced-rate ECO Pass for RTD bus and light rail service.
- Additional perks and programs through CU Advantage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
