Description

University of Colorado – School of Medicine

Professional Research Assistant

 

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

 

Nature of Work:

The Department of Bioengineering at UC Denver Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora is seeking nominations and applications for the position of Professional Research Assistant in Professor Keith Neeves’ lab.

Examples of Duties Performed:

• The successful candidate will fabricate and test microfluidic models of bleeding and thrombosis and aid in laboratory management including procurement, protocol development, and safety. 
• The candidate will assist with collection of whole blood, isolation of blood cells from whole blood.
• Design, fabrication, and testing of microfluidic models of hemostasis and thrombosis.  
• Fluorescent and confocal microscopy within microfluidic models.
• Image and data analysis  

This position is a full time (40 hours per week).

 

Salary and Benefits:

  

The salary range (or hiring range) has been established at $35,500 to $42,000.

 

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

 

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.

The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

 

University of Colorado Denver | 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 checks for all new employees prior to their employment.

 

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities.

 

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.

 

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

Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

 

Diversity and Equity:

 

Please click here for information on disability accommodations: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/human-resources/employee-relations-performance/ada-compliance

 

Office of Equity: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/equity

 

The University of Colorado Denver | 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 and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

 

 

 

Qualifications
Required/Minimum Qualifications, Education/Experience/Skills:  

B.S in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or Biology/Life Sciences

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience fabricating microfluidic devices
• Experience with fluorescence microscopy
• Experience with blood handling and blood cell isolation
• Excellent communications skills.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently and in groups.

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Denver
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jun 15, 2021
Unposting Date: Ongoing