Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry – Senior Level)

at  University of Colorado

JOB SUMMARY:

The Department of Medicine in the Bone Marrow Transplantation and Hematological Malignancies Program at the University of Colorado is looking for a bright and enthusiastic individual to join a research lab focused on the study of hematopoietic stem cell biology. Principal responsibilities of the position will be to be to perform key laboratory support and management tasks, manage experimental animal colonies and support the scientific program of the lab by assisting with and/or independently conducting experiments under the supervision of the Principal Investigators (PI) and other laboratory staff.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field.
• Prior experience in an experimental or wet laboratory.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Advanced 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.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.Working knowledge of FlowJo, Microsoft Office, Prism, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator

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 - 20164 - SOM-MED-BoneMarrow Transplant
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Nov 14, 2024
Unposting Date: Ongoing
Posting Contact Name: Dan Page
Posting Contact Email: daniel.page@cuanschutz.edu
Position Number: 0082890

• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions.
• Isolation of rare blood and blood progenitor cells from bone marrow using magnetic bead separation and flow cytometry.
• CRISPR gene editing of primary cells.
• In vitro functional assays on blood progenitor cells; maintenance of cell cultures.
• In vivo murine modeling
• Primer design and DNA/RNA manipulation
• Molecular cloning