Pediatric Cardiology Research Lab Scientist

CU Denver; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 47,811 - 69,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Vacation days

Sick days

Holiday days

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks an Open Rank Laboratory Science Professional to contribute to pediatric cardiology research focused on heart failure progression in congenital heart disease. The role involves cell culture, murine model work, human blood processing, and molecular biology analyses in a translational setting.

The position emphasizes collaboration across labs at Children’s Hospital Colorado and the Anschutz Medical Campus, with onsite work in Aurora, CO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field required; substitution allowed for education/experience.
• Experience with cell culture, molecular techniques, and basic lab safety is expected.
• Interest in pediatric cardiology research and translational science is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Cell culture.
• in vivo and ex vivo murine model work.
• Human blood sample processing.
• Molecular and cell biology techniques (RNA, DNA, protein, enzyme activity).
• Mitochondrial metabolic function assessment (Seahorse, Oroboros O2K).
• General laboratory maintenance, including reagent preparation, ordering, organization, and inventory cataloging.

Skills

Cell culture

Molecular biology techniques

RNA/DNA/protein analysis

Murine models

Laboratory management

Communication skills

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks an Open Rank Laboratory Science Professional to contribute to pediatric cardiology research focused on heart failure progression in congenital heart disease. The role involves cell culture, murine model work, human blood processing, and molecular biology analyses in a translational setting.

The position emphasizes collaboration across labs at Children’s Hospital Colorado and the Anschutz Medical Campus, with onsite work in Aurora, CO.