DescriptionUniversity of Colorado – School of MedicineProfessional Research Assistant 

The University of Colorado Denver l Anschutz Medical Campus seeksindividuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning andworking environment.  We value the ability to engage effectively withstudents, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

Nature of Work: A full-time ProfessionalResearch Assistant (PRA) position is available in the area of pediatric heartfailure research. The PRA will have a key role in conducting a variety ofexperiments exploring the molecular changes present in children withcardiomyopathy and congenital heart disease. Laboratory techniques include, butare not limited to, RNA and protein extraction, cDNA synthesis, RT-qPCR,Western blotting, ELISA assays, maintaining primary cell culture, andperipheral blood mononuclear cell isolation. Various models of heart failure havebeen developed, including primary cardiomyocyte cell culture as well as rodentmodels. Experiments are also performed utilizing human samples (InstitutionalReview Board approved Pediatric Cardiac Tissue and Blood Bank).

Competencies:

Excellent organizational and documentation skills

Detail-oriented and responsive

Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment

Self-motivated and scientifically inquisitive

Problem-solver

Supervision Received:  From the principal investigator team

Salary and Benefits:

Salary iscommensurate with skills and experience. The University of Colorado offers afull benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, includingeligibility, is located at Employee Services.

 

University ofColorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe andsecure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist inachieving that goal, we conduct background checks for all new employees priorto their employment.

 

The ImmigrationReform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility bedocumented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons withdisabilities.

 

Yourtotal compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University ofColorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributionsthat add to your bottom line.

  Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.

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Diversityand Equity:

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TheUniversity of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed torecruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrativestaff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect,communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnicminorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University ofColorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

A baccalaureate degree in an appropriate scientific field (biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, physiology, pharmacology, genetics or similar)

Two years of full-time molecular biology laboratory bench research experience

Preferred Experience:

Training in molecular techniques with a good theoretical understanding and experience in interpretation of results

Cell culture techniques, including maintaining primary cell cultures

Animal (rodent) work

Laboratory management skills

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Aug 27, 2020
Unposting Date: Ongoing