Entry Laboratory Science Professional

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department:
Pathology

Job Title:
Entry Research Services Professional - Laboratory Sciences

Position: # - Requisition: #30188

Job Summary:

Nature of Work

Research Services Entry Professional Laboratory Sciences with special requirements for handling and processing biological tissue and fluid specimens for ongoing research projects in the Pathology Shared Resource. The position will be responsible in performing various administrative tasks, such as data entry, monitoring of clinic and surgery schedule for collection materials, communicating and coordinating with both internal and external clients of specimen collections, and incoming/outgoing shipments.

Examples of Duties Performed:

• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects
• Perform experiments and tabulate and analyze research
• 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
• 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
• Provide animal care related to research studies, as necessary
• Pick up, transport, and maintain results, samples, documents, materials and other items as needed
• Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions
• Review, complete and process logs, documents, databases, and related materials and information
• Provide support researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve process, unit and related issues
• Review and implement lab support policies, practices and programs to meet organizational, operations and management needs
• Provide support researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve process, unit and related issues
• 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

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collection and processing of tissue and body fluid samples from clinical and surgical procedures.
• Annotation of collection details for collected materials.
• Physical and digital inventory management
• Data collection and management from clinical and research sources
• Tissue analysis and distribution for research projects
• Data entry
• Slide handling, scanning, and labeling

Additionally, the position will entail oversight of general lab organization/maintenance, including ordering and allocation, maintaining/updating existing laboratory databases, and regulatory compliance.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

Welcome to the Department of Pathology of the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus. The Department has grown substantially in the past 15 years, from 40 to 120 faculty in parallel with the remarkable growth of our hospital-based affiliates as well as the city and county of Denver. Our work is value driven and focused on scientific investigation, lifelong learning, and a balance of personal and professional values.

In addition to a vibrant and highly competitive residency program with 25 positions, we offer 9 fellowships and participate in numerous graduate schools and the MD/PhD program of the CU School of Medicine. Our faculty and staff are diverse, and gender balanced, with women comprising 50% of our residents, Assistant, Associate and Full Professors (including those with tenure).

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working experience in histology, microtomy, immunohistochemistry, and…