Lab Researcher - Gally Lab

Position Summary

The position is responsible for planning, developing, executing and monitoring testing techniques and investigative procedures under the direction of a Principal Investigator or Lab Manager.

• Develop new techniques and investigative procedures, including scientific routines, computer programming techniques and data reporting techniques.
• Monitor quality control of routines, experiments, general laboratory activities and the use of research animals in the laboratory setting.
• Perform laboratory functions unique to the assigned laboratory.
• Provide general guidance to laboratory staff, including technicians, support and auxiliary staff. Act as a leader for laboratory programs and staff in assigned areas.
• Demonstrate enhanced proficiency in data analysis, preparation of glassware, extraction and plating procedures, programming and mathematical ordering systems.
• Prepare statistical tabulations, using a calculator or computer.
• Oversee supply functions, inventory control, equipment use and maintenance, and animal care and ordering, as needed.
• Maintain compliance with all institutional/safety training requirements.
• Maintain laboratory records, supplies, samples in an organized manner (such as a laboratory notebook and sample storage record).
• Act as a liaison to other department personnel, outside investigators, and vendors.
• Perform routine and non-routine tests leading to the successful completion of developed experiments.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Accountability: Accept full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
• Laboratory Knowledge: Demonstrates and understands laboratory testing and methodology.
• Decision Quality: Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgement. Sought out by others for advice and solutions.
• Adaptability: Maintains effectiveness in the midst of change in work responsibilities or environment, requirements ambiguity, or stress.
• Problem Solving: Uses issue identification, data relation and comparison, pattern recognition and information gathering to create analyses and make recommendations.
• Informing/Communicating: Conveys ideas, responses, or instructions effectively, appropriately, and persuasively through writing or speech.
• Professional Relationships: Interacts with others in a constructive, positive, and respectful manner, regardless of individual differences. Assists team members or co-workers in achieving personal goals and completing assignments.
• Drive for Excellence: Consistently meets performance expectations, ensures that accurate, objective, and timely measures of quality are made and used.
• Innovation Management: Identifies key trends, opportunities, and organizational capabilities that would bring competitive advantage to the organization. Sees trends before others and integrates concepts in a unique way.

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• Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
• Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
• Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear  visibly.
• Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes Net Learning by due date annually.
• Promotes a workplace culture based on mutual respect and merit, where all individuals are treated fairly and provided with equal opportunity to contribute to the mission and goals of the institution.
• Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
• Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

• Education: Bachelor's Degree required.
• Work Experience: 2 years of Laboratory Experience required. A Master’s Degree and laboratory experience may be substituted for the required 2 years of work experience.
• Special Training, Certification or Licensure: None

$22.76 - $30.10

At National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
• Dental & Vision…