Entry Research Services Professional – Laboratory Sciences

Overview

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department of Pathology

Job Title:

Entry Research Services Professional – Laboratory Sciences

Position #:  – Requisition #: 38792

The Department of Pathology of the University of Colorado School of Medicine is seeking a Research Services Entry Professional – Laboratory Sciences (RSEP) focused on supporting laboratory maintenance, upkeep, and logistics. The RSEP will also support research related to the molecular biology of breast and gynecologic cancers. The RSEP’s primary role will be in managing the daily operation of the laboratory, including preparing stock reagents, maintaining equipment, assisting with ordering and maintaining lab supplies, and regulatory compliance.

The RSEP will be responsible for updating and maintaining laboratory databases (e.g., inventory management), using electronic lab notebook tools, and preparing and maintaining an electronic lab notebook in the development and execution of research studies. The RSEP will also support vivarium-based research and animal care and management. In supporting molecular biology research in the lab, the RSEP will utilize tissue culture and cell biology methods including proliferation assays, gene knockdown methods, and cellular signaling assays.

The RSEP will work in the laboratory with other personnel on a daily basis. Regular meetings will be held with the PI weekly.

Laboratory operation and logistics: 60%

• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigator (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
• Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas
• Provide animal care related to research studies, as necessary
• Pick up, transport, and maintain results, samples, documents, materials and other items as needed
• Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions
• Review, complete and process logs, documents, databases, and related materials and information
• Provide support researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve process, unit and related issues
• Review and implement lab support policies, practices and programs to meet organizational, operations and management needs
• Assist with ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; receive guidance and direction or escalate when required

Laboratory research and research support: 40%

• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects
• Support other laboratory personnel in developing and executing experimental strategies
• Perform experiments and tabulate and analyze research
• Support analytical testing process using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions, including preserving samples, completing sample preparation, documenting and communicating results
• Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical test process and evaluate results produced

Work Location
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Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite at the Anschutz campus and is located in Aurora, CO.

Welcome to the Department of Pathology of the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus. The Department has grown substantially in the past 15 years, from 40 to 120 faculty in parallel with the growth of hospital-based affiliates and the city and county of Denver. Our work is value driven and focused on scientific investigation, lifelong learning, and a balance of personal and professional values.

We offer a vibrant environment, a competitive residency program with 25 positions, 9 fellowships, and participation in graduate programs including the MD/PhD program.

We have benefits 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…