Research Associate - CellSight

Research Faculty

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department:
Ophthalmology

Position # - Requisition #38043

Cell Sight, the Ocular Stem Cell and Regeneration Research Program at the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, seeks several full‑time (1.0 FTE) Research Associates to carry out research in the areas of retinal biology, stem cell technologies, and regenerative medicine. Cell Sight is a cross‑disciplinary team of investigators working in a highly collaborative environment with the common goal of developing novel stem‑cell‑based therapeutics to treat ocular diseases.

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The successful candidates will be involved in a research project aimed at establishing an innovative regenerative strategy to treat retinal degenerative diseases. This is an exciting, new line of work using cutting‑edge technology in the stem cell field and we are looking for motivated and independent scientists willing to contribute with technical expertise and knowledge. There is no direct patient care or contact involved in this position.

Main responsibilities include developing and carrying out research projects using stem cell culture and retinal organoid tissues along with cell, developmental and molecular biology techniques. Duties include publishing and communicating research results in both oral and written formats and assisting with the training and mentoring of students and technicians.

• Designing, planning and conducting research studies from inception to completion
• Performing experiments using human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC) cultures, retinal organoid tissues, and other molecular, developmental and cell biology techniques as needed
• Analyzing and interpreting research results.
• Maintaining effective communication with the principal investigator and other team members
• Keeping an organized record of research experiments and results
• Assisting in the training and mentoring of students and technicians
• Preparing manuscripts for publication in scientific journals
• Participating in lab meetings and attending scientific seminars and conferences

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

Our department's home is the newly expanded Sue Anschutz Rodgers Eye Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus. This state‑of‑the‑art facility is one of the largest eye centers in the country and serves not only patients in the Rocky Mountain region but also patients all over the world.

The technological innovations conceived and developed by Departmental faculty have changed the practice of eye care throughout the world. Our educational programs train the next generation of leaders in ophthalmology. Our specialists have developed national and international reputations for excellence in routine and complex ophthalmic care. We have invested heavily in tracking our clinical outcomes and we are proud that our clinicians perform at the highest levels in their respective fields.

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.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an MD/PhD or PhD in a relevant biomedical science discipline
• Minimum of 3 years of…