Research Associate - CellSight

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department:
Ophthalmology

Job Title: Research Associate - Cell Sight

Position # - Requisition #38043

Job Summary:

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.O 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
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 research experience in vision science

Preferred Qualifications:

* Previous experience with stem cell culture techniques

* Previous experience in 3D organoid differentiation, retinal organoids

* Strong understanding of the pathophysiology of retinal degenerative diseases

* Expertise in retinal pigment epithelium and photoreceptor physiology, including interphotoreceptor matrix composition and function

* Expertise in retinal electrophysiology, ERG and ORG

* Experience performing retinal surgeries and follow up post-operative evaluation

* Previous experience in working with hydrogel platforms for cell delivery

* Experience with cell, developmental, and molecular biology techniques

* A strong publishing record

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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• Strong team player with excellent customer service and interpersonal skills and…