Professional Research Assistant

Job Summary:

As an important member of our research team, the Professional Research Assistant (PRA) will support the laboratory of Dr. Julio Aguado at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO. Our research focuses on the biology of brain aging, and how cellular senescence stimulated by neurotropic viruses and other environmental triggers can accelerate age-related degenerative phenotypes of the central nervous system.

This PRA position is ideal for candidates looking to enhance their laboratory experience, build their publication record, and prepare for admission to prestigious graduate schools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducts experiments and analyses supporting a variety of research projects.
• Collaborates with the principal investigator and other research group members to review scientific literature and develop experimental protocols.
• Assists with writing sections of research proposal documents for grants purposes, documents lab results and assists with the preparation of manuscripts, such as preparing graphs and charts, for publication in scientific journals.
• Generation and maintenance of human brain organoids and assembloids.
• Provides general laboratory administration, such as maintaining lab records, general lab clean up, ordering lab supplies, completing requisition forms, processing financial transactions, and filing.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

The Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, located at the Anschutz Medical Campus, is an internationally renowned School of Pharmacy and a top tier research school ranked in the top 10 of more than 140 schools in the country for NIH research grant funding. At the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, we are committed to excellence and innovation in professional, graduate and post-graduate education; scholarship and research; patient-centered care; public health advocacy; and societal leadership and engagement. Together, our innovation, discoveries and engagement with our communities improves the health and well-being of society.

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.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• A bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering or a closely related field.
• Recent laboratory research experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A master's degree in biotechnology, virology, stem cell biology or a closely related field.
• Industry experience.
• Previous PRA experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Provide general laboratory support, including ordering and maintaining consumables.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date laboratory book records.
• Detailed documentation of experiments and results.
• Experience with biology, molecular biology and/or immunological assays.
• Knowledge in cell reprograming.
• Knowledge of stem cell & iPSCs techniques for culture and maintenance.
• Expertise on iPSC-derived organoid generation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of CRISPR screening and guide RNA plasmid cloning.

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

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Dr. Julio Aguado, Julio.aguadoperez@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by December 8, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$48,410 to $55,000

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.