Laboratory Sciences Professional

University of Colorado; South Dakota; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition Benefit

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO seeks a full-time Entry-Level Research Services Professional to support the Human 3D Retina Modeling Lab in stem cell culture and organoid work. The role includes media preparation, data recording, and assisting with various lab tasks under senior supervision.

Ideal candidates hold a biology-related bachelor's degree and are eager to contribute in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary setting within the Ophthalmology department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field.
• Preferred: Master's degree in biology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Culture, maintenance and expansion of hiPSC lines.
• Differentiate hiPSC into retinal organoids.
• Perform quality control of cell lines and organoids.
• Maintain organized lab records and data backups.
• Assist Lab manager with inventory and regulatory tasks.
• Collaborate with PIs and lab stakeholders on research activities.
• Utilize lab techniques required for ongoing projects.
• Prepare samples and document results.

Skills

HiPSC culture

Organoid differentiation

Cell culture

Lab safety

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Ophthalmology

Job Title: Laboratory Sciences Professional

Position #00833948 - Requisition #36731

Job Summary:

The Department of Ophthalmology seeks a full-time (1.0 FTE) Entry-Level Research Services Professional. The Laboratory Science Professional will perform Stem cell and organoid culture following aseptic technique, and will be responsible for preparing media and reagents, as well as other duties within the cell culture facility; Additionally, the person hired for this position will provide support to other laboratory research activities. The successful candidate will join The Human 3D Retina Modeling Lab (3DRet Lab) under the supervision of Dr. Valeria Canto-Soler and Dr. Silvia Aparicio Domingo. This laboratory is part of CellSight, the Ocular Stem Cell and Regeneration Program, a cross-disciplinary team of investigators working in a highly collaborative environment with the common goal of developing novel stem cell-based therapeutics to treat ocular diseases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Culture, maintenance and expansion of human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSC)
• Differentiation of hiPSC into retinal organoids
• Performing quality control of cell lines and organoid cultures
• Maintaining a good record of laboratory activities and organized, backed-up data files
• Aiding the Lab manager with lab organization, maintaining inventory and ensuring regulatory
• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects
• Perform experiments and tabulate and analyze research
• Support analytical testing process using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions, including preserving samples, completing sample preparation, documenting and communicating results
• Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical test process and evaluate results produced
• Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas

Work Location:

Onsite - This role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Ophthalmology is housed in the Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus. This state-of-the-art facility is one of the largest eye centers in the country and serves not only patients in the Rocky Mountain region but also patients all over the world.

The technological innovations conceived and developed by departmental faculty have changed the practice of eye care throughout the world. Our educational programs train the next generation of leaders in ophthalmology. Our specialists have developed national and international reputations for excellence in routine and complex ophthalmic care. We have invested heavily in tracking our clinical outcomes and we are proud that our clinicians perform at the highest levels in their respective fields.

The mission of the Department of Ophthalmology is to be a nationally recognized department of ophthalmology by providing exemplary patient care founded on educational leadership, innovative research, and high ethical standards.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• 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
• There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage .

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field.
• Substitution : A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• Prior experience or background within an experimental or wet lab
• Experience executing general laboratory maintenance tasks
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while adhering to quality standards
• 1-2 years of profession