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The University of Colorado System lists this Open Rank Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry, Intermediate, or Senior) opportunity in aurora, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Open Rank Laboratory Sciences Professional
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department of Pediatrics | Section of Neonatology Job Title: Open Rank Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry, Intermediate, or Senior) Position #: – Requisition #: 41246
Job Summary: The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Neonatology, has an opening for a full-time Laboratory Sciences Professional at the Perinatal Research Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus. The Perinatal Research Center conducts multidisciplinary basic and translational research in perinatal biology and medicine. The Wesolowski Laboratory investigates fetal metabolic physiology in large animal models, with a focus on liver development and function, to understand how adverse pregnancy exposures contribute to metabolic disease risk across the lifespan. This position combines meaningful project leadership responsibilities with hands-on bench and animal research. The Laboratory Sciences Professional will play a key role in the execution and coordination of a multidisciplinary research program involving large animal, molecular, and cellular biology studies. Working closely with the Principal Investigator, the successful candidate will help coordinate multiple concurrent studies, facilitate collaboration among research partners, support laboratory operations, and contribute to the successful execution of scientific objectives in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities: Entry Level: Research Support: Collaborate with Principal Investigators (PIs), researchers, and laboratory staff in support of research activities. Perform routine laboratory experiments, sample processing, and analytical testing using established methods. Assist with collection, preparation, preservation, transport, storage, and tracking of research samples and materials. Maintain accurate laboratory records, logs, databases, and research documentation. Laboratory Operations: Prepare and maintain laboratory work areas for daily operations, including stocking supplies, maintaining equipment, and supporting laboratory safety and cleanliness. Handle, transport, and properly dispose of laboratory materials, specimens, and biohazardous waste according to established guidelines. Monitor laboratory inventory and assist with ordering and organization of supplies and materials. Data Collection: Collect, compile, and perform basic analysis of experimental data. Assist with quality control and verification of laboratory results. Prepare routine summaries, reports, and documentation of research activities. Animal Research Support: Provide animal care and husbandry support for approved research studies as required. Assist with specimen collection, processing, and documentation associated with animal research activities. Compliance & Administrative Support: Assist with implementation of laboratory policies, practices, and procedures. Support compliance with institutional, regulatory, and safety requirements and escalate issues as needed. Assist with identifying routine operational issues and developing recommendations for improvement. Intermediate Level: Advanced Research Activities: Independently perform complex laboratory experiments and analytical procedures. Review, develop, validate, and implement new or modified laboratory techniques and methodologies. Troubleshoot laboratory processes, equipment, and experimental procedures to resolve technical issues. Data Analysis & Reporting: Independently analyze, interpret, and summarize research findings. Create tables, figures, graphs, and reports for investigators, presentations, publications, and research documentation. Ensure data integrity through quality control, validation, and documentation processes. Process Improvement: Assist team leads, supervisors, and management with development and implementation of laboratory procedures, workflows, and quality improvement initiatives. Identify laboratory operational challenges and recommend solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Training & Mentorship: Train, assist, and provide technical guidance to junior team members and laboratory personnel. Serve as a knowledgeable resource regarding laboratory procedures, equipment, and research methodologies. Specialized Research Support: Assist with animal surgeries, necropsies, tissue collection, specimen processing, and sample tracking activities as required. Coordinate research activities, schedules, and resources for assigned studies. Senior Level: Scientific Leadership: Serve as a scientific project lead and laboratory coordinator for multiple concurrent research studies. Provide laboratory science expertise in study design, protocol development, study oversight, data management, data analysis, and manuscript preparation. Function as a subject matter expert and resource for investigators, researchers, clinicians, and stakeholders. Research Program Coordination: Lead planning, execution, and coordination of research projects to ensure achievement of study objectives, timelines, and deliverables. Coordinate laboratory personnel, external collaborators, and research partners to support project implementation and communication. Monitor project progress, identify barriers, and implement corrective actions to maintain project performance. Process & Program Development: Develop and implement protocol-specific systems, process flows, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training manuals, and laboratory documentation. Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency, quality, compliance, and laboratory performance. Evaluate laboratory operations and communicate findings and recommendations to leadership. Advanced Technical Responsibilities: Independently develop, optimize, and troubleshoot complex biochemical, molecular, cellular, and animal research methodologies. Oversee specialized research activities, including surgical support, necropsies, specimen collection, sample processing, laboratory assays, and data interpretation. Ensure scientific rigor, reproducibility, and quality standards across research activities. Strategic Data & Scholarly Support: Direct data management, analysis, interpretation, and reporting activities. Lead preparation of scientific reports, presentations, abstracts, publications, and manuscripts. Provide strategic guidance regarding study design, experimental approaches, and interpretation of research findings. Work Location: Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.
Why Join Us: The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical, and research facility serving 4,500 students and is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.
Why Work for the University? We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package, including: 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 There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Entry Level: Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field Intermediate Level: Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field One (1) year of professional-level research experience Substitution: An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment Senior Level: Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field Two (2) years of professional-level research experience Substitution: An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Preferred Qualifications: Entry Level: Master's degree in biomedical sciences, physiology, molecular biology, animal science, or a related field One (1) year of experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques, including nucleic acid and protein analyses, cell culture, and related laboratory methods One (1) year of experience with animal research, preferably involving large animal models One (1) year of experience coordinating research projects, laboratory workflows, study documentation, and sample management One (1) year of experience analyzing, interpreting, and communicating scientific data Intermediate Level: Master's degree in biomedical sciences, physiology, molecular biology, animal science, or a related field Two (2) years of experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques, including nucleic acid and protein analyses, cell culture, and related laboratory methods Two (2) years of experience with animal research, preferably involving large animal models Two (2) years of experience coordinating research projects, laboratory workflows, study documentation, and sample management Two (2) years of experience analyzing, interpreting, and communicating scientific data Senior Level: Master's degree in biomedical sciences, physiology, molecular biology, animal science, or a related field Three (3) years of experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques, including nucleic acid and protein analyses, cell culture, and related laboratory methods Three (3) years of experience with animal research, preferably involving large animal models. Three (3) years of experience coordinating research projects, laboratory workflows, study documentation, and sample management Three (3) years of experience analyzing, interpreting, and communicating scientific data Conditions of Employment: 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. Must be willing and able to pass national criminal and sex offender background checks Must successfully pass a 10-panel drug screen through Children's Hospital Colorado *For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at . Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or its systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job
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