Professional Research Assistant

at  University of Colorado Boulder

Requisition Number:
58867
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
Research Faculty
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
10-Sep-2024
Date Posted:
29-Aug-2024

JOB SUMMARY

The Brumbaugh lab is seeking enthusiastic and talented applicants for an open research assistant position. This position would include both research and administrative opportunities. The ideal candidate would be highly organized and possess strong interpersonal skills. Lab experience, particularly in the areas of molecular biology, developmental biology, and animal husbandry (mouse work) is preferred.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

WHO WE ARE

The Brumbaugh lab is part of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at the University of Colorado-Boulder. We ask fundamental questions about early development and stem cell biology with the ultimate goal of improving human health and driving scientific discovery. Check out our website for more information: https://www.colorado.edu/lab/brumbaugh/

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

• Coordinate lab repositories of plasmids and cell lines
• Organize biosafety certification and animal husbandry protocols
• Introduce incoming lab members to common laboratory practices and safety guidelines
• Oversee ordering of research items
• Communicate with vendor representatives regarding orders

WET LAB DUTIES

• Maintain common lab reagents, equipment, and consumables
• Organize, breed, and genotype mouse colonies
• Unpack and distribute orders upon arrival
• Design and execute experiments in support of ongoing projects in the lab