Post Doctoral Fellow

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**Post-Doctoral Fellow**

**Description**

**University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus**

**Department: Department of Dermatology**

**Job Title: Post-Doctoral Research Fellow**

**Position #00838200:** **- Requisition #:37476**

**Job Summary:**

+ Investigating the role of a key protein in regulating vesicle trafficking, with relevant biological endpoints already identified.
**Work Location:**

Onsite

**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:**

+ Graduated from an accredited college/university with a PhD in Cell biology, immunology, Molecular Biology, or relevant program.
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Post-Doctoral Fellow - 37476 Faculty
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow for a T32 grant to join the Shellman Lab in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

The appointment will be for a two to three-year period.

The Shellman Lab values innovation, collaboration, and mentorship, and is committed to supporting the professional development of its trainees.

Our research focuses on aging, anti-tumor immunity, and vesicle trafficking using established models, with strong translational relevance.We welcome candidates with a background in cell biology or immunology.

Experience with microscopy techniques, molecular biology, omics analyses, and tissue culture is highly desirable.

The successful candidate will contribute to projects supported by strong preliminary data, including:
+ Exploring the differentiation and maintenance of pigmenting cell lineage using validated human iPSC-to-melanocyte models
+ Studying host factors that influencing antitumor immunity with our in vitro or in vivo modelsRecent publications from the Shellman Lab can be found here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=shellman+y&sort=pubdate&size=50 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6449624&targetURL=https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=shellman+y&sort=pubdate&size=50) Examples of key Responsibilities:
+ Conduct tissue culture and molecular biological experiments
+ Perform microscopy-based imaging techniques to study membrane and vesicle trafficking
+ Carry out DNA, RNA harvesting for single-cell sequencing and analysis.
+ Design, plan, and troubleshoot experiments independently.
+ Analyze and interpret experimental data.
+ Present findings in weekly lab meetings and at national/international conferences.
+ Summarize data and present findings in weekly discussions, lab meetings, or national/ international conferences

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

Located in the Denver metro area near the Rocky Mountains, the University of Colorado School of Medicine, Anschutz Medical Campus, integrates world-class facilities, including Colorado's only National Cancer Institute Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, as well as Genomics, Bioinformatics, and Organoid Shared Resources.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=6449624&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) .

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
+ Prior successful working experience with tissue cultures and various molecular biology techniques.

**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Experience in microscopy-based imaging techniques or omic data analyses
+ The ability to work independently within the research lab **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:**
+ Knowledge of federal regulations
+ Excellent in writing, reading, and communicating
+ Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
+ Highly motivated, eager to learn, taking initiative and excellent problem-solving skills
+ Great organizational skills and record keeping abilities

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.

Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addressApplications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6449624&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) .Questions should be directed to: Jennifer Nevener at Jennifer.Nevener@cuanchutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6449624&targetURL=Jennifer.Nevener@cuanchutz.edu)

This position will remain open until filled.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period.

Upon candidate selection, the posting will be closed, and no further applications will be accepted

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $62,232 - $75,564 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 is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.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=6449624&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125)

The University of Colorado (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 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@ucdenver.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6449624&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu) .

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=6449624&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=6449624&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) .

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Faculty : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20143 - SOM-DERM GENERAL OPERATIONS : Full-time : Aug 6, 2025 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Jennifer Nevener Posting Contact Email: Jennifer.Nevener@cuanchutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6449624&targetURL=Jennifer.Nevener@cuanchutz.edu) Position Number: 00838200jeid-45f4f5d7022db84aab987f251a289572
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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