Description
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine/Department of Pathology

Post Doc  - Bonetto Lab

Position #00799268 – Requisition #26799

 

 

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

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 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.

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 $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

Nature of Work

The laboratory of Dr. Andrea Bonetto, Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology, is seeking two ambitious and talented individuals to take part in basic and translational research aimed at investigating the musculoskeletal consequences of cancer and its treatments, with a special focus on the inter-organ complications affecting muscle, bone and liver. These studies are funded by multiple sources, including NIH and American Cancer Society. The laboratory is also interested in unraveling the molecular causes responsible for the muscle and bone abnormalities resulting from metabolic dysfunctions and aging. The laboratory uses state-of-the-art technologies and tissue-specific mutant mouse models to examine the molecular mechanisms that trigger cancer-induced musculoskeletal defects. The projects are highly collaborative and multidisciplinary with excellent opportunities for advanced training and scientific development. Interested candidates will have extensive experience in skeletal muscle physiology, a background in cancer biology, and experience characterizing mouse models, as also evidenced by their publication records. A background in bone biology or willingness to develop an interest in skeletal physiology and muscle-bone crosstalk, as well as a basic knowledge in neuromuscular physiology are preferred. The candidates will join a dynamic and fast-paced research environment and will be responsible for the development of novel research methods, will conduct experiments using in vitro and in vivo approaches, will perform project planning, data interpretation, authorship of presentations and publications, lab management, and training of personnel. The PI is committed to supporting the candidate’s career development and research progress, including fostering and facilitating grant submissions, attending and presenting at scientific meetings, and exploring new project areas and collaborations.

Professional Field

Cancer Cachexia, cancer-induced musculoskeletal complications

Examples of Work Performed

The duties and responsibilities of the positions include, but are not limited to: cell culture utilizing skeletal muscle, bone and cancer cells; mouse survival surgeries for tumor implantation and resection; in vivo dosing with experimental anti-cachexia compounds and anti-cancer drugs; body composition analysis and imaging (e.g., DXA, in vivo and ex vivo microCT); in vivo and ex vivo  assessment of skeletal muscle function; molecular techniques including western blotting, shRNA/CRISPR, qPCR, protein/RNA/DNA extraction; basic histological techniques, including immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry, cell imaging of muscle and bone specimens; writing of scientific manuscripts and grants; training of lab personnel at all levels; preparing laboratory data for discussion and presentation, attending and presenting at laboratory meetings and research conferences.

Supervision Received

The employee will report to the PI, Dr. Andrea Bonetto.

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at:

 

Career Level

Years of Experience

Stipend for FY 2022

Monthly Stipend

Postdoctoral

0

$54,840

$4,570

Postdoctoral

1

$55,224

$4,602

Postdoctoral

2

$55,632

$4,636

Postdoctoral

3

$57,852

$4,821

Postdoctoral

4

$59,784

$4,982

Postdoctoral

5

$61,992

$5,166

Postdoctoral

6

$64,296

$5,358

Postdoctoral

7 or More

$66,600

$5,550

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.

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: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Diversity and Equity:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations 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.

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, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, 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:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

PhD in relevant field required.Laboratory experience in skeletal muscle physiology, cancer biology, and experience characterizing mouse models required.Experience in bone biology.Required skills: Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Prism (or other data analysis and statistical software)Experience with mammalian cell culture, cell biology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Willingness to develop an interest in skeletal physiology are preferred.
• Basic biology techniques are preferred.
• Comfortable with handling rodents.
• Excellent laboratory technique.
• Ability to execute existing standardized experimental protocols.
• Ultimately able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Organized and detail oriented with excellent documents skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of laboratory equipment and research protocols, record data and findings meticulously and thoroughly.

 

 

 

 

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jul 19, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing