Temporary Lab Technician- BCC PostBacc Program

University of Louisville • Aurora, CO

15h

About The Position

The BCC PostBacc Program, supports laboratory technicians in preparing for PhD studies through the development of research and professional skills essential for competitive graduate school applications. The program also serves as a pipeline for recruiting highly trained candidates into the University of Louisville’s PhD programs. This is a temporary position with an expected start date of 3/23/2026 through 3/22/2028. The individual will be responsible for conducting experiments investigating the implementation and characterization of new cancer vaccine strategies in animal models. This will entail: (1) Assessing alterations in immune cell markers in response to different anti-cancer vaccine regimens; (2) Identifying the functional changes in different immune cells in response to different vaccine treatments; and (3) Establishing various tumor models and assess solid tumor growth in response to various treatment regimens. The individual will also be responsible for general maintenance of the laboratory and laboratory equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a scientific discipline.
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory safety and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in budgeting and financial management.

Nice To Haves

• Preferentially have graduated within 36 months and have a GPA >3.0.
• Strong interest in pursuing a PhD.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and high standards of accuracy

Responsibilities

• Culture and passage mammalian cells in biosafety cabinets
• Prepare RNA, DNA, protein isolation from mammalian cells for analysis
• Perform and assist with animal studies including colony maintenance
• Perform animal injections (injection of tumor and stem cells into mice)
• Perform cell-based assays including ELISA, flow cytometry, and cytotoxicity assays
• Aid in daily laboratory function including ordering supplies and lab maintenance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time