Research Services Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 

Department: Neurosurgery

Job Title: Research Services Laboratory Entry Professional

Position #: 00849474- Requisition #:40159

Job Summary:

The Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is hiring a Research Services Laboratory Entry Professional to support an active program of human deep brain stimulation (DBS) and intracranial electrophysiology research. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate planning to pursue graduate study or a clinical research career in neuroscience, neurology, neurosurgery, biomedical engineering, or a related field. The position offers direct exposure to intraoperative neural recordings, advanced neuromodulation studies in collaboration with industry partners, and the day-to-day operations of a clinically integrated research program.

The Research Services Laboratory Entry Professional will work closely with the Principal Investigator, neurosurgery and neurology clinical teams, and laboratory staff to coordinate participant visits, support intraoperative and outpatient data collection, manage regulatory documentation, and assist with analysis of neural recordings in MATLAB. The position is well suited to a candidate with prior clinical research exposure who wants to develop deeper technical skills in human neurophysiology.

The selected candidate will:

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate human subjects research studies in DBS and intracranial electrophysiology, including recruitment, scheduling, and informed consent.

• Support intraoperative and outpatient neurophysiology data collection, including equipment setup, monitoring, and secure data transfer.

• Prepare and maintain IRB submissions, amendments, continuing reviews, and regulatory documentation in audit-ready condition.

• Perform data analysis tasks in MATLAB under PI direction, including quality control, established analysis pipelines, and figure preparation.

• Maintain study source documents and REDCap data, and respond to queries from sponsors, monitors, and collaborators.

• Coordinate with neurosurgery, neurology, and OR scheduling teams to integrate research activities with clinical care.

• Contribute to scientific manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and grant materials. Collaborate with and support Principal Investigator (PI) and lab members with laboratory and research functions

• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects

• Perform experiments and tabulate and analyze research

• Maintenance of a laboratory inventory. Ordering and restocking reagents for the laboratory.

• Molecular cloning

• Molecular and histological analysis of mouse tissues, including genomic DNA isolation, PCR, RNA isolation, gene expression analysis by qPCR and NGS sequencing, protein localization or quantification by immunofluorescence analysis, Western blotting, or ELISA assay.

• In vitro knockdown experiments using siRNA followed by quantitative analysis of gene expression.

• Assist in the review and implementation of lab support policies, practices and programs to meet organizational, operations and management needs

• 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:

The Department of Neurosurgery at CU Anschutz is a national leader in functional and restorative neurosurgery, with active programs in deep brain stimulation, focused ultrasound, and intracranial neurophysiology. As a Research Services Laboratory Entry Professional in this group, you will work side-by-side with neurosurgeons, neurologists, biomedical engineers, and clinical research staff on studies that translate directly into patient care. This role offers strong mentorship, hands-on technical training in human neurophysiology, and a clear development path for candidates planning graduate study or a clinical research career.

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: 15/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

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, public health, psychology, or a related scientific field from an accredited institution.

• Two or more years of prior clinical research coordination experience, including IRB submissions, informed consent, and human subjects data collection.

• Prior experience in an academic medical center, neurosurgery or neurology research environment, or with deep brain stimulation or other neuromodulation studies.

• Experience with MATLAB for scientific data analysis, including organization of structured datasets and generation of publication-quality figures.

• Experience with REDCap, electronic regulatory systems, and standard clinical research documentation practices (ICH GCP).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 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 federal regulations governing human subjects research (45 CFR 46, 21 CFR 50/56), HIPAA, and Good Clinical Practice principles.

• Ability to handle confidential information, including protected health information, with discretion and in compliance with institutional policy.

• Skill in organizing and maintaining structured research data, including version control, file naming, and documentation of analysis procedures.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary clinical and research team.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, reference managers, REDCap, and an aptitude for learning new scientific and regulatory software tools.

• Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques

• Knowledge of human stem cell research techniques

Conditions of Employment:

• Must complete and maintain CITI human subjects research, HIPAA, ICH Good Clinical Practice, and blood-borne pathogens training as required by the institution and study sponsors.

• Requires periodic presence in operating room and clinic environments and may involve occasional early-morning or extended hours to accommodate clinical research schedules.

• Continuation of the position is contingent on grant and departmental funding.

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.

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: Samuel Long, Samuel.long@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until 6/10/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as  $49,899-$66,865

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.

Total Compensation Calculator

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.