Developmental Biology Research Associate (Part-Time)

CU Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition assistance

ECO Pass for local transit

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The Brumbaugh lab at CU Boulder is seeking a Research Associate for a position combining research and administrative duties in molecular and developmental biology. The role is part-time and starts as soon as possible after posting.

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential, with lab experience preferred. Responsibilities include coordinating plasmid/cell line repositories, biosafety and animal protocols, vendor communications, and helping manage experimental design and project

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree in molecular biology, developmental biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• 3+ years of postdoctoral experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate lab repositories of plasmids and cell lines.
• Organize biosafety certification and animal husbandry protocols.
• Introduce incoming lab members to common laboratory practices and safety guidelines.
• Oversee ordering of research items.
• Communicate with vendor representatives regarding orders.
• Maintain common lab reagents, equipment, and consumables.
• Unpack and distribute orders upon arrival.
• Design and execute experiments.
• Contribute to project management.
• Develop research technology.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Education

PhD in molecular biology or related field

Tools

Laboratory safety protocols

Job description

The Brumbaugh lab at CU Boulder is seeking a Research Associate for a position combining research and administrative duties in molecular and developmental biology. The role is part-time and starts as soon as possible after posting.

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential, with lab experience preferred. Responsibilities include coordinating plasmid/cell line repositories, biosafety and animal protocols, vendor communications, and helping manage experimental design and project