Research Services Professional/Research Lead
About The Position
The Burger laboratory in the Colorado Program for Musculoskeletal Research, within the Department of Orthopedics, is seeking to fill the position of a Research Services Open-Rank Intermediate to Principal Professional. In the Burger lab, we are interested in early vertebrate development of the axial and lateral plate mesoderm using zebrafish and mice as models, as well as associated structural birth defects, such as spina bifida, or defects affecting the heart/blood/bone/kidney. We are further interested in how the axial mesoderm develops into the intervertebral discs, and associated underlying molecular mechanisms, as well as intervertebral disc disease, such as IVD degeneration. The Research Services Principal Professional is expected to be the research lead for several ongoing projects, including design of experimental setup, data generation, and data interpretation, with the following key responsibilities:
Requirements
- Intermediate Level: Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field One (1) year professional level wet lab research experience, including zebrafish work
- Senior level: Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field Two (2) years professional level wet lab research experience, including z ebrafish work
- Principal level: Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field. Three (3) years professional level wet lab research experience, including zebrafish work
- A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Knowledge of laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques
- Expert ability to analyze and solve complex problems
- 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
- Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
- Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
- Four (4) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory, including mouse work
- Prior experience with molecular biology methods including, but not limited to PCR, cloning, immunoprecipitation, microscopy, RNA in situ hybridization, etc.
Responsibilities
- Conducting molecular biology experiments, such as, but not limited to\: PCR, gateway cloning, restriction digest and T4 ligation, Sanger sequencing of plasmid vectors, RNA work, e.g. CRISPR guide RNA generation, mRNA generation, immunohistochemistry/fluorescence, Western blotting, RNA and genomic DNA collection from mouse for RNAseq and ATACseq experiments
- Work with different zebrafish mutant and transgenic strains, such as zebrafish husbandry/breeding, genotyping, embryo microinjections, drug/toxicant screens, phenotyping, etc.
- Ordering consumables and materials, etc.
- Maintaining laboratory area and equipment in working and clean condition
- Contributing to animal protocol writing
- Handling EHS requirements
Benefits
- The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more.
- Medical\: Multiple plan options
- Dental\: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance\: Disability, Life, Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan\: Employer contributes 10% 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
- There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage .
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
