Open Rank Lab Scientist: Gut Biology & Inflammation

University of Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Retirement 401(a)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO seeks an Open Rank Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional to support the Dowdell lab’s basic science research on host–microbe interactions and intestinal epithelial homeostasis during inflammatory bowel disease. You will perform and assist with experiments, record data, and communicate findings within the team.

Responsibilities include conducting in vivo mouse models, maintaining lab equipment, mentoring junior members,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field.
• One (1) year professional level research experience.
• Two (2) years professional level research experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform scientific experiments related to intestinal biology, gut inflammation, and host–microbe interactions.
• Conduct laboratory animal experiments, including use of mice for in vivo models of inflammatory bowel disease.
• Assist with regular laboratory maintenance duties in conjunction with other members of the Colgan group.
• Record experimental notes and data accurately.
• Analyze experimental data and interpret findings.
• Communicate scientific findings regularly to supervisor and to members of the Colgan group.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Record keeping

Education

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

Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field

Job description

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO seeks an Open Rank Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional to support the Dowdell lab’s basic science research on host–microbe interactions and intestinal epithelial homeostasis during inflammatory bowel disease. You will perform and assist with experiments, record data, and communicate findings within the team.

Responsibilities include conducting in vivo mouse models, maintaining lab equipment, mentoring junior members,