Description
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY AND MOLECULAR GENETICS

POSITION TITLE: POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW/TRAINEE

POSITION CLASIFICATION: RESEARCH FACULTY

RESEARCH AREA: Proteomics

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.

Overall Description of Responsibility or Nature of Work

The postdoctoral fellow will be responsible for directing and performing research focused on proteomic characterization of animal venoms, tissue proteomes, and protease degradomes.

We seek a bright, energetic, motivated individual to contribute to our research program focused on venoms, interactions with blood and tissue components using state-of the-art mass spectrometry techniques. Candidates must be self-motivated, detail oriented, have a strong aptitude for learning new areas of research, and be adept at managing multiple projects in parallel. The candidate’s primary responsibility will be to generate and analyze omics data sets from diverse research settings and disseminate results in an understandable format as part of a highly productive research team. Good organizational, computational skills and the ability to work independently, as well as part of a research team are necessary.

The fellow will have the opportunity to interact with a variety of researchers, both locally and nationally, and will support proteomics and informatics analysis for several funded projects aimed at improving patient outcomes. Opportunities to develop new visualization tools that enable interactive analysis of MS omic data sets are available. In addition, the fellow will develop and help teach curricula (e.g., graduate level classes and short courses) that promote the use of cutting-edge technologies on campus. Ideal candidates have a Ph.D. in biological, chemical or computer sciences, have bioinformatics experience, and wish to expand their training in multiple disciplines. The position will be for two years with the possibility to extend the fellowship for an additional year. Stipends will be based on the NIH recommended pay scale.

Materials should be submitted through CU Careers, posting # 23543

We will begin reviewing applications immediately and the search will remain open until the positions are filled.

Salary and Benefits

Stipends will be above the NIH recommended pay scale. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at www.cu.edu/employeeservices.

Stipend Range based on NIH pay scale: $53,760-$65,292

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.

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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 contact hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu for information on disability accommodations

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.

The 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 investigations for all prospective employees.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

PhD degree in biological sciences, computational disciplines, or a related field within the last three yearsApplicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire

Preferred Qualificiations:

 

Record of productivity supported by peer-reviewed publications in internationally recognized English language journalsWorking knowledge of mass spectrometry-based metabolomics and proteomics

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Successful candidate is expected to be a curious, organized, and highly motivated individual, with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.Post-doctoral fellows are expected to direct independent projects, assist in mentoring junior lab members, and apply for independent fellowship funding.

Applicants with significant experience in at least one or more of the following will be given priority:

Venom biochemistryMass spectrometryStable isotope tracing experimentsComputational analysisMultivariate analysis and statisticsTargeted (mass spectrometry-based) quantitative methodsEnzymatic assaysQuantitative proteomics Programming in R, Python or C++Proteomics technologies

Research Positions must list description of research being performed:

Candidate will contribute to research involving the following:

Mass spectrometry-based sample preparation and data generationproteomic data analysis and data miningRedox or quantitative proteomic analysisCross-linking MS data analysisFigure generation and manuscript preparation

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Nov 5, 2021
Unposting Date: Ongoing