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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Research Services Professional (Open Rank: Entry - Senior)
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Position Number: 5694693
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Science - Biology

Research Services Professional (Open Rank: Entry - Senior)

Research Services Professional (Open Rank: Entry - Senior) - 34944 University Staff

Description
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Pharmacology

Job Title: Research Services Professional (Open Rank: Entry - Senior)

Position: #00827063 - Requisition: #34944

Job Summary:

As a Research Services Professional in Debo Sardar's Lab, you will develop management and leadership skills in a new and growing research enterprise. You will also gain research exposure to a broad range of concepts in sensory neuroscience - ranging from cutting-edge next generation sequencing to in vivo technologies in mouse models. Our goal is to utilize your existing skills while simultaneously exposing you to new research that benefits both your career goals and our lab's overall productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

Organizing and maintaining the lab
- Purchasing orders
- Prepare lab for daily operations
- Manage and maintain laboratory reagents and inventory
Mouse colony management
- Breeding, weaning, and maintenance of mouse colonies
Mouse genotyping PCRs
Co-ordinate with lab members to match animal production to experimental needs
Harvesting mouse brain tissue

It is not required to be an expert in the above key responsibilities, since Dr. Debo Sardar will train you as needed. However, prior experience with mouse handling or colony management is desirable. Our goal together would be to complete key responsibilities efficiently such that there would be ample time to learn new research skills based on your interests. These may include performing surgeries in the mouse brain, mouse behavioral assays, high-resolution microscopy for imaging proteins in the mouse brain, analyzing next-generation sequencing data, and handling genomic data repository for the lab.

Why Join Us:

Dr. Debo Sardar's Lab is a brand new lab - you will gain administrative experience in setting up and managing a new lab. You will also gain research experience by being in an environment conducting new neuroscience research in the areas of sensory biology (systems neuroscience), glial biology (cellular neuroscience), and epigenomics (molecular neuroscience). Given the broad range of the research spanning from systems to cells to genes, you will gain exposure to a diverse array of concepts and technologies. In addition to asking exciting new questions, Dr. Sardar highly values mentoring and is dedicated to help scientists achieve their independent goals.

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: 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.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Entry Level:

Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, neurobiology, genetics, biochemistry, or related fields.

Intermediate Level:

Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, neurobiology, genetics, biochemistry, or related fields.
1 (one) year of professional research experience

Senior Level:

Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, neurobiology, genetics, biochemistry, or related fields.
2 (two) years of professional research experience

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's or PhD degree in biology, molecular biology, neurobiology, genetics, biochemistry, or related field
Prior experience in mouse colony management

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of basic laboratory environment including safety procedures and techniques
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
Ability to manage both administrative and research tasks

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Jennifer Orsund, jennifer.orsund@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as

Entry Level: $45,000 - $57,240

Intermediate Level: $48,970 - $62,290

Senior Level: $52,941 - $67,341

The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Qualifications
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Job Category: Research Services

Primary Location: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20120 - SOM-PHARM GENERAL OPERATIONS

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Oct 2, 2024

Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Jennifer Orsund Posting Contact Email: jennifer.orsund@cuanschutz.edu Position Number: 00827063

To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=34944&lang=en