Professional Research Assistant
- Employer
- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
- Location
- Denver, CO
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- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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Description
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Aug 31, 2021
Unposting Date: Ongoing
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus
The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine
School of Medicine
Professional Research Assistant
Position #787526 – Requisition #22523
The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at: Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2 Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus Exemptions vary by campus location/department. Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:- Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.
- Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.
- Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.
The University of Colorado Denver 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
The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine has an opening for a full-time position Professional Research Assistant. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges, and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here. Examples of Work Performed:- Handles human specimens including blood, urine, and sputum.
- Master study materials, including but not limited to protocols, workflows, and all other essential study documents for assigned studies
- Perform study-related processes, procedures, and assays as defined in study protocol and in compliance with regulating bodies
- Performs assays including PCR, quantitative PCR and DNA sequencing while using standard laboratory equipment.
- Accurately enters data pertaining to protocols, quality controls, and equipment performance.
- Participates in troubleshooting for equipment, quality controls, and resulting.
- Writing and following lab manuals and SOPs
- Maintain and update inventory and database
- Other duties assigned by manager
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (molecular biology related field)
- Previous laboratory experience working in molecular biology (PCR, DNA sequencing).
- Proficiency with standard computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Office).
- Preferred qualifications include 1-3 years of direct experience in molecular biology position
- Experience with DNA sequencing platforms
- Assay design
- Communication skills are critical to job performance.
- Organizational skills are critical to job performance.
- Must be able to work independently following training.
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Aug 31, 2021
Unposting Date: Ongoing
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