Research Services Professional Entry Level

Job Summary:

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has a full-time opening for a Research Services Entry Professional in the Division of Reproductive Sciences, whose principal investigator is a basic/translational research scientist. The selected individual will conduct research focused on placental physiology and function in humans and experimental animals and how changes in placental function causes pregnancy complications and programs the baby for disease later in life. This position has a particular focus on understanding the role of proteins secreted into the fetal circulation in preventing poor outcomes in prematurity.

Key Responsibilities / Duties:

• Management of animal colonies: Daily check on mice and guinea-pig colonies (including weighing, checking plugs and status of vaginal membranes).

• Participate in animal surgery, experimentation and tissue collection

• Be responsible for maintenance of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) for premature guinea-pigs.

• Performing laboratory analyses including immunoblotting, immunohistochemistry, RNA and DNA isolation, qPCRs, biochemical assays and ELISAs.

• Participating in general lab maintenance, including preparing standard buffers, maintaining accurate and detailed records of samples, chemicals and antibodies, doing dishes and general upkeep

• Handling procurement for lab supplies and services for the lab

• Comply with university policy on lab operations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Colorado is a world-class research enterprise, ranked 17th in the nation by the Blue Ridge Institute for federal funding. The Department currently has an impressive research portfolio of $32M in existing federal and foundation grants and contracts through the lifetime of the projects, increasing in budget annually by $9M. Departmental faculty provide a full-spectrum of clinical care for women of all ages, participate in research, and provide education to students and residents.

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

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

  • Substitution: 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.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

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

• Prior experience or background within an experimental or wet lab

• Experience with animal experimentation

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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

• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion

• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology

• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information

• Flexibility with work hours

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: Olivia Castillo, Olivia.castillo@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

• Entry Level: $47,811 - $64,067.