Entry Level Neuroscience Research Jobs in Colorado

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Pharmacology
Job Title: Laboratory Science Professional (Open Rank: Entry - Senior)
Position #00843120- Requisition #38500
Job Summary:
As a Research Services Professional in Debo Sardar's Lab, you will develop research skills in a new and growing lab. You will gain exposure to a broad range of concepts in sensory neuroscience - ranging from cutting-edge next generation sequencing to in vivo technologies in mouse models. Our focus in on glial cells in the mouse brain. Our goal is to utilize your existing skills while simultaneously exposing you to new research that benefits both your career goals and our lab's overall productivity.
We are currently seeking a full-time position to support the lab. Primary responsibility will be performing mouse brain surgery for in vivo genetic manipulations. Therefore, past experience in this area or willingness to learn surgery skills is highly desirable. Other key responsibility will be maintenance of mouse colonies. Additional responsibilities will be of assisting with ongoing experiments. These experiments include, but are not limited to, immunohistochemistry, genomics, microscopy and behavioral assays. There is a possibility of promotion to a lab manager position.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience in performing mouse brain surgeries.
Key Responsibilities:

• Performing mouse brain surgeries using stereotaxis methods
• Performing mouse brain surgerues using in-utero electroporation
• Mouse colony management - breeding, weaning, genotyping, colony maintenance
• Co-ordinate with lab members to match animal production to experimental needs
• Harvesting mouse brain tissue and sectioning brain slices
• Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, preparing solutions, equipment, and safety
• Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions
• Review, complete and process logs, documents, databases, and related materials and information
• Assist with ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; receive guidance and direction or escalate when required

Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
Dr. Debo Sardar's Lab is a new lab - you will gain research experience by being in an environment conducting cutting-edge neuroscience research in the areas of sensory biology (systems neuroscience), glial biology (cellular neuroscience), and epigenomics (molecular neuroscience). Given the broad range of the research spanning from systems to cells to genes, you will learn a wide array of concepts and technologies. In addition, Dr. Sardar highly values mentoring and is dedicated to help scientists achieve their independent goals.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications (Entry Level)

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis

Minimum Qualifications (Intermediate Level)

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis
• One (1) year professional level research experience in a research environment.

Minimum Qualifications (Senior Level)

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis
• Two (2) years professional level research experience in a research environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or PhD degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• Three (3) years of professional research experience
• Prior experience or background within an experimental or wet lab
• Prior experience with surgeries
• Prior experience with mouse colony management

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
• Willingness to learn new techniques
• Ability and willingness to perform surgeries on animals
• Willingness to work with animals and animal tissues

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: Debosmita Sardar, debosmita.sardar@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as:

• Entry Level: $46,274 to $58,861
• Intermediate Level: $50,357 to $64,054
• Senior Level: $54,440 to $69,248

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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