Lab Researcher - Dooms Lab

• Facility
  * National Jewish Health
  - Main Campus
• Department Immunology and Genomic Medicine
• Schedule
  - Shift
  - Hours Full Time
  - Variable Shift

The Dooms Lab in the Department of Immunology and Genomic Medicine at National Jewish Health is seeking a highly motivated Lab Researcher to support our research program in autoimmune diseases.

The candidate will perform experiments using rodent models and human patient samples. The main goal of the lab is to understand the role of T cells in the pathogenesis of Scleroderma/Systemic Sclerosis and Type 1 Diabetes. We have developed novel models for these diseases that will allow us to better understand how the balance between pathogenic and protective T cells is dysregulated in autoimmunity.

The successful candidate will assist in analyzing these models, generating knowledge that will be leveraged for the development of new therapeutic strategies.

The ideal candidate has a strong interest in experimental immunology, is accurate and organized, and is driven to learn new laboratory skills and techniques.

Experience with rodent handling, genotyping, patient samples, tissue culture and flow cytometry is a plus.

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.

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

• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Accountability: Accepts 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 judgment. 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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• Core Values
• 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…