Senior Laboratory Science Professional
About The Position
The Dabertrand Laboratory in the Department of Anesthesiology investigates the control of cerebral blood flow by ion channels and calcium signals in the pericytes, endothelial cells, and smooth muscle cells that constitute the intracerebral microcirculation. We focus on the interaction between neural activity and the microvasculature in different brain regions, in physiological and small-vessel disease conditions. We are seeking a senior-level Laboratory Science Professional who will primarily perform mouse colony maintenance, including but not limited to breeding, tagging, and weaning of 6 different transgenic mouse strains, ordering mice, writing and amending IACUC protocols. An ideal candidate would have experience in survival and non-survival surgeries on mice, conduct behavioral tests, have knowledge of laboratory safety protocols, and write standard operating procedures and protocols for new experimental designs. The ability to communicate clearly to lab members, new hires, graduate students, etc., is required. Background in biology, especially cardiovascular and/or neuroscience, would be a plus.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field
- A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis
- Two (2) years’ 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.
- Knowledge of 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
- 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
- Experience with mouse colony maintenance
- Specific work experience in molecular, biochemical, or cell biology techniques
- Experience with Microsoft Office software programs
- Experience with data science
- Background in biology, especially cardiovascular and/or neuroscience
- Experience in survival and non-survival surgeries on mice
- Conduct behavioral tests
- Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols
- Write standard operating procedures and protocols for new experimental designs
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
- Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects
- Perform experiments, tabulate, and analyze research
- Support analytical testing process using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions, including preserving samples, completing sample preparation, documenting, and communicating results
- Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical test processes and evaluate the results produced
- Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas
- Provide animal care related to research studies, as necessary
- Pick up, transport, and maintain results, samples, documents, materials, and other items as needed
- Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well-established guidelines and instructions
- Review, complete, and process logs, documents, databases, and related materials and information
- Provide support in researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve process, unit, and related issues
- Assist in the review and implementation of lab support policies, practices, and programs to meet organizational, operational, and management needs
- Assist with ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; receive guidance and direction or escalate when required
- Independently and creatively identify laboratory solutions
- Independently Review, develop, and implement new or modified laboratory techniques required for research projects
- Assist Team Leads, Supervisors, and/or management with the creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives
- Assist and train junior team members
- Equipment setup, maintenance, and repair
- Manage chemical inventories and arrange pickup of chemical waste
- IACUC amendment writing
- Patience and fine motor skills
Benefits
- 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: 15/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
Senior
