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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Research Associate
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Position Number: 6027010
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Medicine - Other Medicine

Research Associate

Research Associate - 36245 Research Faculty Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Medicine - Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care

Job Title: Research Associate

Position #00832129 - Requisition #36245

Job Summary:

The Genomics Core at the CU Anschutz Medical campus is looking for one full-time faculty-level Research Associate with a long-term mindset.

Founded in 1999, the Genomics Core is the largest academic genomics facility in the entire Rocky Mountain region. We are consistently at the forefront of adopting new technologies and we need MS-level or PhD-level scientists with meticulous and experienced bench skills who can manage and operate these new and advanced technologies. Your prospective expertise in these new technologies will impart you with unique qualifications to provide advisements and guidance to researchers; thus, establishing your name as the foremost expert on these new technologies.

As a premier service core with a stellar reputation established over decades, we take pride in generating high-quality data using cutting-edge technologies for researchers who entrust us with their precious samples. Our reputation allows for a constant and steady inflow of samples and your primary responsibility will entail processing these samples using well-established wet-lab protocols in a timely manner. Ideal candidates are someone looking for long-term commitment in a stable and predictable work environment, while bestowed the faculty-level salary, generous benefits, and all the perks associated with being a CU-Anschutz faculty. Opportunity for upward mobility is available (e.g., obtaining grants and leading your own team), but not demanded/expected of you.

If you are ready for a long-term commitment to serve your fellow scientists in the Rocky Mountain region with their research using new and advanced technologies, while being handsomely rewarded as a stable faculty member at CU Anschutz, please apply!

Key Responsibilities:

Process samples for NGS and Proteomics technologies using well-established wet-lab protocols in a timely manner.
Provide advisements and guidance to Principal Investigators and their team on suitability and practicality of utilizing NGS and Proteomics in their research.
Establish and maintain long-term collaborations with high-profile researchers and other service cores on CU-Anschutz campus to enable proximity benefits, network effects, and synergistic workflows that deters competition from external service organizations.
Enable self-guided education and stay up to date on novel technologies for consideration, adoption, and distribution via the Genomics Core service network in the future.
Process, manage, deliver and quality control raw NGS data that the core lab generates.
Develop and maintain a variety of reports and communicate data to core lab clients.
Develop data management plans/goals and communicate project plans and outcomes with team members and clients.
Cluster server administration (SGE); cluster queueing systems (qsub and bsub).
Participate in project development and planning related to data management of information systems with current and new technologies.
Operate and maintain NGS and Proteomics equipment.

Work Location

ONSITE

This role is expected to work on-site at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

About the Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine

Thank you for your interest in the Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Colorado! Our over 140 faculty are located across four sites: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, National Jewish Health, Denver Health, and the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System.

We are very proud of our long and illustrious history. Many seminal discoveries in pulmonary and critical care medicine occurred here in Denver, including advances in tuberculosis, interstitial lung disease, airway disease, cancer, and critical care. Many of our former trainees have taken leadership roles in academic medicine, including Division and Department Chairs, Deans, and American Thoracic Society Presidents.

However, we do not rest on our laurels! We continue to enhance all aspects of our division and training program, and as a result, we have seen tremendous and sustained growth. The clinical practice sites have built new hospitals, and there are multiple new research buildings across the campuses. We have been fortunate to recruit tremendous new faculty members while retaining many of our former trainees.

About the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $705 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

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 (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15 (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10

Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: RTD Bus and light rail service
Additional Perks & Programs: Click here to access a few more Perks and Programs

To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

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.

The Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine strives to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, engage with diverse perspectives through a growth mindset, and maximize the success and inclusion of all trainees, staff, and faculty. We are committed to creating a healthy work environment that values and promotes the well-being of our trainees, staff, and faculty. Though we are a large division, we are continuously fostering our supportive community that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

PhD (or MS with equivalent relevant experience) in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related field.
8+ years of experience in one or more of the following techniques:
- Molecular biology/immunology
- NGS
- Proteomics

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated expertise in one or more biological assay(s) that require strong attention to detail
Strong publication record that corroborates wet lab skills
Experience in bioinformatics
Experience in histology
Experience in cell biology
Experience in molecular biology

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Long-term mindset
Strong attention to detail
Able to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
Curriculum vitae / Resume
Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

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

Questions should be directed to: Schuyler Lee at Schuyler.Lee@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by March 31, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$61,092 to $90,000 annually.

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 accommodation 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.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
: Faculty Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20219 - SOM-MED-PUL GENERAL OPERATIONS Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Feb 21, 2025 Unposting Date
: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Schuyler Lee Posting Contact Email: Schuyler.Lee@cuanschutz.edu Position Number: 00832129

To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=36245&lang=en