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Position Number: 5890868
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Professional Research Position(s)

Requisition Number: 61001
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 10-Jan-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

Up to two professional research assistant positions at the post-baccalaureate level are available in the Falke Research Group in the Department of Biochemistry at University of Colorado Boulder. The new hire will join an innovative, trailblazing project employing single molecule biophysics and other advanced methods to elucidate regulatory mechanisms in a signaling pathway central to innate immunity, cell growth and many human cancers. Successful candidates will have (i) research experience in biophysics and/or biochemistry, (ii) the passion, commitment, motivation and perseverance needed to carry out this challenging research project, and (iii) the desire to master advanced laboratory methods while pursuing careful, rigorous research leading to publication.
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

Since 1986, Biochemistry at the University of Colorado at Boulder has offered a world-class interdisciplinary research environment in a beautiful mountain setting. Faculty include a Nobel Laureate, five members of the National Academy of Sciences, three Howard Hughes Investigators, and many other esteemed scientists who have established themselves as research leaders within biochemistry.

The Falke Laboratory at University of Colorado, Boulder is well known for its contributions to the fields of molecular biophysics, cell signaling, and protein engineering. The lab has been continuously funded by NIH for 36 years. Full Professor Joe Falke is a Fellow and Past President of the Biophysical Society, and founded the NIH/CU Interdepartmental Molecular Biophysics Program. The Falke lab is located in the state-of-the-art JSCBB Biotechnology Building on the CU Boulder campus with proximity to other labs in Biochemistry, Biological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Physics, Molecular Biology, and Physics. Visit our website for more information.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Carry out cutting edge, rigorous single molecule research on key signaling pathways
Focus on projects mutually agreed upon with Prof. Falke and compatible with lab funding
Take ownership and become an expert on a challenging project and the tools used to carry it out
Put in the effort and time (35-40 hr/wk) required to make progress on the project
Present your work at group meetings, local supergroup meetings, and conferences
Be a good lab citizen, including learning from and training other lab members
Help write publications and grants
Help maintain lab infrastructure and instrumentation
Help train and supervise junior researchers, including undergraduate Honors researchers

What You Should Know

This position will start January 2025.

What We Can Offer

The starting salary for this position is $50,000 - $75,000 annually.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

Ph.D., B.A. or B.S. in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field.

What You Will Need

Prior research experience and motivation to carry out rigorous, cutting edge research; Interest in learning and taking ownership of a rewarding project; Perseverance and time commitment needed to carry a challenging project to publication; Ability to think independently, analytically and critically; Problem solving and communication skills; Possess a strong attention to detail; Ability to work well with lab members and recruit new members; Commitment to a welcoming and safe learning/research environment; Occasional flexibility in work schedule.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Current Resume/CV.
Cover Letter addressed to the Search Committee briefly describing your qualifications, professional goals, and specific interest in this position.
(Optional) Transcripts/Proof of Degree: If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version (if applicable) as an Optional attachment.

During the application process you will be asked to provide contact information for three references, from whom we will request letters of recommendation immediately following the submission of your completed application.
Please apply by January 10, 2025 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Professional-Research-Position-s/61001