Research Services Professional Entry Level

Research Services Professional Entry Level

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology

Job Title:

Research Services Professional – Entry Level

Position #:  – Requisition #: 40453

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Reproductive Sciences has a part-time (.50 FTE) opening for a Research Services Professional. The selected individual will conduct research focused on physiological, cellular, and molecular mechanisms of gonadotropin synthesis, secretion and action, and gonad development, with a primary focus on how gonadotropins regulate gonadal and extragonadal functions and how somatic cells regulate germ cells.

• Maintenance of transgenic and knockout mouse lines
• DNA isolation and genotyping by PCR
• Weighing mice weekly once
• Assisting the PI with projects on mouse reproductive axis development and physiology
• Mouse database creation and maintenance
• Handling procurement for lab supplies and services for the lab
• Training new employees, students and volunteers
• Comply with university policy on lab operations
• Other duties as assigned

Onsite – Aurora, CO

• 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

• 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

• Master's degree in biomedical research or similar
• Experience with reading scientific literature, reviewing scientific articles, and scientific presentations.

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information

CU Anschutz 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 conducts background investigations for all prospective employees.

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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.