Cardiology Research Associate II: Tissue Engineering

Colorado State University; Fort Collins, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

On-site work

Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking a research-focused professional to support cardiology and cardiac surgery projects at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. You will generate scientific articles and presentations while collaborating with Dr. Arai on ongoing projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on laboratory work, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and grant-related tasks, with in-person duties at CSU. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., biomedical sciences, biology, bioengineering) and 3+ years of experience, or a Master’s with no experience.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills are required.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Experience with data input, management and analysis, and MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Conduct molecular, cellular, biological, and clinical research to support projects.
• Analyze data and contribute to scholarly publications and presentations.
• Prepare research proposals, grants, manuscripts, and conference materials.
• Maintain lab operations, order supplies, and manage safety protocols.
• Process human and animal tissue and blood samples per protocols.
• Coordinate sampling schedules, data collection, and regulatory documentation.
• Develop SOPs and support regulatory compliance activities (AARF, PARF, IACUC).
• Visit off-site labs to perform laboratory activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Data input and analysis

Independent work

Time management

Literature research

Education

Bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences or related

Master’s degree (with no experience)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Colorado State University is seeking a research-focused professional to support cardiology and cardiac surgery projects at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. You will generate scientific articles and presentations while collaborating with Dr. Arai on ongoing projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on laboratory work, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and grant-related tasks, with in-person duties at CSU. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.