Open Rank Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry – Intermediate)

Job Summary:

Research in the Evans lab is focused on cells that line airway passages and how they affect immune defense, inflammation, infection, and chronic lung diseases. We have a dynamic group dedicated to discovery studies for conditions that include asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pulmonary fibrosis, respiratory infections, and lung cancer.

The candidate hired for this position will be involved in studies of allergic asthma, and how cells produce proteins that block airways and lead to obstruction (wheezing in people with asthma). Projects will include using gene-edited mice to study genes involved in mucus production, how they affect asthma-like responses, and how cells that produce them could be targeted to develop new disease treatments. The candidate will also collaborate with others in the lab who study the diseases listed above.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate mice that will be used in studies.

• Perform allergen exposures to produce asthma-like lung disease in mice.

• Measure lung function and asthma-like disease in mice.

• Obtain tissue specimens for histology, molecular analyses, and cell culture.

• Use molecular probes and stains to label tissues and visualize these using microscopes.

• Perform molecular analyses including PCR, RT-PCR, and immunoblotting.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO. Off-site work is allowed (with approval) on an as needed basis (e.g., work from home to analyze and write-up results or to perform analyses that only require computing).

Why Join Us:

The Evans lab has been active in research related to lung health and disease for over 20 years. Members of the lab participate in well-funded and highly impactful studies using cutting edge molecular, cellular, and genetic models. Current members are experienced in areas of interest here and will be highly collaborative and team-oriented. Research Service Professionals are able to design, conduct, analyze, and publish data, and they will have opportunities to present findings at local, national, and international conferences. Prior members have used work in the lab as a portal of entry to opportunities for graduate level and professional degree training.

The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine is part of the Department of Medicine within the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Over 140 Division faculty are located across four sites: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, National Jewish Health, Denver Health, and the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System.

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.

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 professional level research experience.

A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field.

• Two (2) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory.

• One (1) to five (5) years of experience studying mouse models of disease.

• One (1) to five (5) years of experience performing quantitative histological analysis.

• One (1) to five (5) years of experience with statistical analysis, graphing, and image acquisition/analysis software.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient knowledge of basic 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.

• Ability to perform accurate record keeping.

• Adaptability to changes in technological and scientific directions.

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

Questions should be directed to: Chris Evans, christopher.evans@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by November 1st, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

• Entry Level: $46,274 – $58,861

• Intermediate Level: $50,357 – $64,054

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.