Research Services Laboratory Sciences Entry Professional

Job Summary

The Janiszewska Lab is seeking a full-time Professional Research Assistant. The lab studies intratumor heterogeneity in aggressive brain tumors using confocal microscopy, spatial transcriptomics, and in vitro and in vivo models. The role contributes to research aimed at improving the prognosis for brain tumor patients.

• 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 data
• Support the 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
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; receive guidance and direction or escalate when required

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

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

• Student internship or post‑graduate work in a research laboratory setting
• Experience in cancer research field, especially brain tumors
• Experience in genomics (next‑generation sequencing, RNA‑sequencing), wet lab or computational approaches
• Experience in handling human tissue or microscopy
• Participation in research projects involving cell culture and molecular techniques (RNA/DNA extraction, PCR, Western blotting)

• Standard laboratory techniques (immunofluorescent staining, tissue handling, cell culture etc.)
• Ability to take direction, work independently, maintain detailed records of experiments, a strong work ethic, willingness to learn new techniques, good communication and organization skills

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 coordinator.

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. 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.

Starting salary range: $47,811 – $64,067. The position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level. Total compensation includes generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions.