Professional Research Assistant - Senior Professional Research Assistant; FTE

Overview

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job Title: Open Rank - Professional Research Assistant - Senior Professional Research Assistant (0.5 FTE)

Position # - Requisition #38782

• Conduct pharmacometrics, PK/PD modeling, and drug exposure-response studies
• Perform advanced imaging (phase contrast, fluorescence, SEM, TEM) and flow cytometry
• Execute molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA extraction and PCR
• Document experiments accurately, lead meetings, and present research findings
• Write manuscripts and present at national/international conferences
• Support lab operations, mentor students, and oversee administrative tasks

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

The CU Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences prepares the world s future pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists through innovative learning and teaching. During its more than 110-year history, the School of Pharmacy has been a global leader in medical discoveries, patient care, pharmacy advocacy, and online education. CU Pharmacy is ranked in the top 15% of all pharmacy schools in the nation, producing graduates that exceed national student outcomes and enjoy stellar career opportunities.

The School s faculty are advancing science and health care through programs that reach urban and rural Coloradans, as well as communities around the world.

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.

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Professional Research Assistant or Senior Professional Research Assistant based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Professional Research Assistant:

• Bachelor s Degree
• Previous benchwork experience in microbiology or translational research
• Previous benchwork experience in mathematical modeling
• Previous experience in statistical packages such as R

Senior Professional Research Assistant:

• Master s Degree
• Previous benchwork experience in microbiology or translational research
• Previous benchwork experience in mathematical modeling
• Previous experience in statistical packages such as R

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in quantitative analysis using various techniques and software tools
• Proficiency in R or Python to analyze data and experience with statistical, machine learning, and data science approaches
• Prior experience working in teams on collaborative projects

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Expertise in PK/PD modeling, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, high-resolution microscopy, functional genomics, analytical chemistry (LC-MS, HPLC)
• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory QSP protocols
• Ability and desire to seek external research funding is preferred
• A highly motivated and exceptionally organized team player with good communication skills
• Knowledge of experimental design and basic science techniques including safety procedures
• Ability to generate, process, and analyze large datasets using R or other appropriate software
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with lab members, faculty colleagues, and departmental staff and administration
• Excellent attention to detail

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

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY /cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to sop.hr

Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until January 27, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range: The starting salary range for this position has been established as the Hiring Range.

Professional Research Assistant: $24,205 to $29,000

Sr. Professional Research Assistant: $29,343.50 to $32,500

The above salary range represents the University s good faith estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is…