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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Physiology and Biophysics

Job Title: Research Services Entry Professional

Position #00843856 - Requisition #38603

Job Summary:

The Poleg-Polsky lab in the Department of Physiology & Biophysics is seeking to hire an Entry-level Research Services Professional (RSP). This position would join a team focused on understanding the functions of neurons and circuits in the retina and the early visual system. This position offers collaboration across multiple laboratories, combining retinal electrophysiology and two-photon imaging, cellular and circuit modeling, and rodent visual behaviors. In addition to understanding normal function, we are interested in degenerative neurological conditions leading to alterations in visual processing.

Entry Laboratory Science Professionals perform duties in an experimental lab, or wet lab, and handle a variety of chemicals and/or potential "wet" hazards. Intermediate Laboratory Science Professionals perform duties in laboratories where chemicals, drugs, or other materials or biological matters are tested and analyzed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Whole-cell patch-clamp electrophysiology

• Two-photon calcium imaging of cellular populations and synaptic inputs

• Electroretinogram measurements

• Equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting

• Software development to support experiments

• Biophysical modeling and construction of machine learning-based models

• Statistical analysis of single-cell and population-level recordings

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

Dr. Alon Poleg-Polsky's lab is part of the Department of Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus School of Medicine, which is known for its highly collaborative environment with many opportunities to interact with other sensory systems, behavior and decision making, and computational neuroscience groups.

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 neuroscience, biophysics, psychobiology or related field

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

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in neuroscience, biophysics, psychobiology or related field

• Experience with Electrophysiology and/or Imaging.

• Experience with chronic stereotaxic surgeries, and AAV injection of GCaMP in the brain.

• Experience with awake behaving recording of neural signals.

• Experience with analysis of neural data.

• Experience in Histological techniques.

• Experience in Neurological Modeling.

• Experience with Python, MatLab, Igor Pro or similar coding languages.

• Experience with TensorFlow, PyTorch or similar frameworks.

• Experience with computational neuroscience, including programming GENESIS, NEURON and MCell.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.

• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills.

• Ability to be flexible and effectively adapt to a varied and shifting workload.

• 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: Alon Poleg-Polsky, Alon.Poleg-Polsky@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by February 1, 2026. 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 $46,274 - $58,861

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.

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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.