Laboratory Sciences Professional (Open Rank: Entry Intermediate)

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**Laboratory Sciences Professional (Open Rank: Entry Intermediate)**

**Description**

**University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus**

**Department: Anesthesiology**

**Job Title:**

**Position #00839447 - Requisition #37623**

**Job Summary:**

**Key Responsibilities:**

+ Monitor animals that have surgeries and provide support for animal husbandry, as needed.
+ Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions and provide support researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve process, unit, and related issues
+ Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects; for example, perform experiments and tabulate, analyze research, pick up, transport, and maintain results, samples, documents, materials, and other items as needed.
+ Support analytical testing process using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions, including preserving samples, completing sample preparation, documenting, and communicating results also perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post analytical test process and evaluate results produced.
+ Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas as well as disposing of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines.

**Work Location:**

Onsite **Aurora, CO**

**Why Join Us:**

**Why work for the University?**

+ 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

**Qualifications:**

**Minimum Qualifications (Entry Professional)**

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

**Minimum Qualifications (Intermediate Professional)**

+ Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
+ One (1) year professional level research experience performing animal-related work in an experimental or wet lab

**Preferred Qualifications (Entry Professional)**

+ Master's degree in biology, neuroscience, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
+ Prior experience or background within an experimental or wet lab
+ Prior experience with animal surgeries
+ Prior experience performing confocal or two-photon imaging
+ Prior experience with immunohistological techniques

**Preferred Qualifications (Intermediate Professional)**

+ Master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
+ Two (2) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory performing animal surgeries or confocal or two-photon imaging.
+ Prior experience with immunohistological techniques

**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:**

**Screening of Applications Begins:**

**09/04/2025.**

**Anticipated Pay Range:**

**Entry Professional: $46,274 - $58,861**

**Intermediate Professional: $50,357 - $64,054**

**ADA Statement:**

**Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:**

**Background Check Statement:**

**Vaccination Statement:**

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Laboratory Sciences Professional (Open Rank: Entry - Intermediate) - 37623 University Staff
The Basak Laboratory in the Department of Anesthesiology is interested in understanding the molecular mechanisms that mediate brain injury and recovery after a cardiac arrest.

Our research uses translational animal models of cardiac arrest with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to study the role of various molecular pathways in mediating neuronal cell death, synaptic loss, and cognitive dysfunction.

Our specific goal is to understand how advanced age affects the brain's response to an injury induced by a cardiac arrest, with a focus on age-associated inflammation (inflammaging) that is mediated by a protein complex called the inflammasome.

We also study how aging-associated changes in microglial cell activity and function alter brain injury after a cardiac arrest, and plan to determine how pharmacologically and genetically targeting microglia and inflammasome function can improve brain function after the injury.

We are currently seeking a professional research assistant to support lab management, including the maintenance of the mouse colony, and to assist with ongoing experiments.

These experiments include, but are not limited to immunohistochemistry, cognitive behavioral analysis, western blot imaging, RNA quantification, single-cell transcriptomics, and electrophysiology.

Key responsibilities will include preparing solutions and samples, operating and maintaining lab instruments, and conducting data collection and analysis.

The position offers an excellent opportunity to learn cutting-edge technologies, gain insights into the pathophysiology of brain injury in the setting of ischemia, and support your professional development in a collaborative research environment.

The ideal candidate will have a background in neuroscience, cell or molecular biology, or a related field.

While experience with techniques such as animal surgery, brain tissue extraction and dissection, fluorescence imaging (epifluorescent, confocal, two-photon, etc.), molecular techniques (such as qPCR, ELISA's, Western blotting), general histology, animal behavioral analysis, primary neuronal cultures, and fluorescence-activated cell sorting is not required, familiarity with any of these methods will be considered a plus.

- this role is expected to work onsite and is located in .

The University of Colorado School of Medicine and the Department of Anesthesiology is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative education, science, medicine, and healthcare.

The Department of Anesthesiology has several clinical specialties and is a nationally recognized leader in anesthesiology and peri-operative medical education.

We are dedicated to developing leaders in anesthesiology and perioperative medicine who demonstrate clinical excellence, professionalism, and a commitment to life-long learning.

Our faculty have a resolve to create an exciting academic environment that will build upon what is already recognized as one of the finest residency programs in the country, and by advancing education within our specialty, we continue to improve the lives of learners and patients in a complex and evolving world of medicine.We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6560606&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) .

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

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 position2.

Curriculum vitae / Resume3.

Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addressQuestions should be directed to: Abigail Jacoba, ABIGAIL.JACOBA@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6560606&targetURL=ABIGAIL.JACOBA@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU) for position or application questions.

Dr. Jacob Basak, JACOB.BASAK@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6560606&targetURL=JACOB.BASAK@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU) for work related questions.

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The starting salary range for this position has been established as: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: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6560606&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125)

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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6560606&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu) .

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.

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.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6560606&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) .

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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6560606&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) .

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Research Services : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21910 - SOM-AN Res General Operations : Full-time : Aug 25, 2025 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Abigail Jacoba Posting Contact Email: ABIGAIL.JACOBA@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6560606&targetURL=ABIGAIL.JACOBA@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU) Position Number: 00839447jeid-b61c75577075864a9131181578faa4fe
The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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