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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 

Department: SOM, Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics

Job Title: Research Services Intermediate Professional

Position #00850564 - Requisition #40488

Job Summary:

This exciting role offers a unique platform within the School of Medicine at CU Anschutz to solve challenging biomedical questions using state-of-the-art mass spectrometry. You will join a productive team utilizing bioanalytical methods to investigate complex issues in health and disease. Working under the direction of the Core Manager and Director, you will handle the full experimental lifecycle-from biomolecule extraction and sample preparation of cell cultures and tissues to the application of bioinformatics for data analysis.

This position is designed for professional development, where you will manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining high quality control standards. Your day-to-day work involves performing analytical test processes, maintaining sophisticated instrumentation, and collaborating with Principal Investigators (PIs) to communicate findings. This is a highly collaborative position, and successful candidates will have the opportunity for authorship on original manuscripts based on their research contributions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Experimental Execution: Utilize various laboratory techniques to perform experiments, including biomolecule extraction and the preparation of complex biological samples for mass spectrometry.

• Data Analysis & Bioinformatics: Acquire and analyze proteomics data using statistical methods, bioinformatics, and data analysis software to evaluate research results.

• Instrumentation & Quality Control: Manage the maintenance and quality control of technical analytical equipment, including preparing buffers and internal standard solutions.

• Collaboration & Presentation: Meet with faculty, students, and researchers to present technical results through both oral and written reports.

• Laboratory Operations: Ensure the lab is prepared for daily operations by ordering supplies, maintaining instruments, software, and computers, and ensuring compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.

• Record Keeping: Maintain rigorous laboratory research records of all experiments performed, including the management of data archives and research notebooks to be used for publications.

• Protocol Development: Assist in generating written protocols and developing recommendations to resolve process or unit issues.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

Our department conducts research across a wide biological scale for fundamental scientific understanding with applications to many disease contexts. The overarching goal is to reach a level of molecular insight that helps develop therapeutic approaches to disease.

As biochemists and molecular geneticists, we are amid an unprecedented time of discovery - our conception of the molecular biology of cells is going from the equivalent of grainy black-and-white to high-resolution technicolor. From deciphering the choreography of transcription complexes, chromosomes, and RNA molecules within cells to developing novel approaches to 3D molecular structure determination to understanding how viruses hijack a cell's machinery and alter its metabolome, the researchers in Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics (BMG) are at the forefronts of their fields both conceptually and technologically.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 10/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field

  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

• One (1) year professional level research experience

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field

• Two (2) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient knowledge of basic laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution

• Outstanding customer service skills

• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology

• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Anthony Saviola, Anthony.Saviola@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 8/13/26. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as: $52,030 - $69,720.

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. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

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@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado 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.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.