Open Rank Exsera BioLabs Complement Lab Professional (Entry - Intermediate)

CU Denver; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Benefit

Paid Time Off

Holiday Leave

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO, invites applications for an Open Rank Exsera BioLabs Complement Lab Professional (Entry - Intermediate). You will join a specialty laboratory performing autoimmunity and complement testing to advance patient care and research.

The role emphasizes accurate testing, documentation, and collaboration across teams on campus. The position offers opportunities in a growing lab within the rheumatology/immunobiology space, with benefits and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field.
• One (1) year professional level diagnostic or research experience.

Responsibilities

• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques, perform testing, and provide quality results that impact patient care.
• Support analytical testing processes using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions, including preserving samples, completing sample preparation, documenting and communicating results.
• Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas.
• Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
• Review and complete testing worksheets, documents, and related materials and information.
• Assist in the review and implementation of lab support policies, practices and programs to meet regulatory, operations and management needs.
• Assist Team Leads, Supervisors and/or management with creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Lab techniques

Quality control

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/molecular biology/chemistry/genetics

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Medicine - Division of Rheumatology

Job Title: Open Rank Exsera BioLabs Complement Lab Professional (Entry - Intermediate)

Position #: 00853898 - Requisition #: 41442

Job Summary

This is an opportunity to join an internationally recognized specialty laboratory located on a highly dynamic scientific and health care campus. In the role at Exsera BioLabs you will be part of a team having direct impact on patient health. Exsera preforms autoimmunity and complement testing for patient diagnostics, to advance basic and clinical research and in support of bringing new drugs to market. This position is key to our work, conducting testing and preparing quality results to advance patient care. Exsera is a growing and dynamic laboratory that looks forward to welcoming the right candidate into our interactive and supportive group.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques, perform testing, and provide quality results that impact patient care.
• Support analytical testing processes using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions, including preserving samples, completing sample preparation, documenting and communicating results.
• Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas.
• Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
• Review and complete testing worksheets, documents, and related materials and information.
• Assist in the review and implementation of lab support policies, practices and programs to meet regulatory, operations and management needs.
• Assist Team Leads, Supervisors and/or management with creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives.

Work Location

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

Why Join Us

Exsera BioLabs is part of the Colorado School of Medicine on the Anschutz medical campus, a health care focused scientific environment that offers countless opportunities for growth, both personal and professional. Exsera is a growing laboratory in the forefront of rheumatology and complement immunolobiology. We are a large laboratory with ample opportunities for growth and with ample support in the role. As our laboratory is a clinical immunology laboratory, we have the privilege of helping patients and their families find answers and in concert with our study sponsors, new treatments for the rare diseases; which makes for rewarding work.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional 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: 15/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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Entry Level:

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

Intermediate Level:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field.
• One (1) year professional level diagnostic or research experience.
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory.

Conditions of Employment

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient knowledge of basic laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.

Anticipated Pay Range

• Entry Level: $47,811 - $64,067
• Intermediate Level: $52,030 - $66,182

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as: $47,811 - $64,067 for Entry Level and $52,030 - $66,182 for Intermediate Level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination 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, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.