Research Assistant - Chen Lab

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chen Lab at Colorado State University is seeking a temporary hourly Research Assistant to assist with research on HIV-1 resistance and high-throughput screening. Candidates with relevant biological experience and skills in SDS-PAGE and Western blot analysis are preferred. This position offers a collaborative environment in a leading academic institution.

Benefits

Collaborative atmosphere

Focus on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience with SDS-PAGE and Western Blot analysis.
• Experience with high-throughput microscopic image acquisition, stitching, and quantification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on characterizing hit compounds through HTS campaigns.
• Perform SDS-PAGE and Western blot analysis.
• Acquire, stitch, and quantify high-throughput microscopic images.

Skills

Biological and Biochemical experience

SDS-PAGE and Western Blot analysis

High-throughput microscopic image acquisition

Job description

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Posting Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Temporary Hourly

Employment Category

Temporary

Is this an Hourly position?

Yes

Work Hours/Week

20-40

Overtime Eligible?

No

Position Location

Fort Collins, CO 80523

Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?

No

Description Of Work Unit

The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at CSU offers a high quality research and learning environment. Faculty research accomplishments have been recognized nationally and internationally in the areas of biochemistry and molecular, cellular, and structural biology.

Search Contact Email

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Position Summary

The Chen Lab in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is seeking a short-term, non-student hourly employee for the upcoming summer. The lab specializes in characterizing hit compounds identified through high-throughput screening (HTS) campaigns, as well as studying HIV-1 resistance-associated mutations (RAMs), utilizing a recently developed HIV-1 infectivity assay.

Applicants with prior experience in the relevant experimental techniques are strongly preferred. The primary responsibilities of the position will include SDS-PAGE and Western blot analysis, as well as high-throughput microscopic image acquisition, stitching, and quantification.

Position Minimum Qualifications

• Biological and Biochemical experience.
• Experience with SDS-PAGE and Western Blot analysis.
• Experience with high-throughput microscopic image acquisition, stitching, and quantification.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to interact and communicate professionally and effectively with a diverse group of people including faculty, staff, postdocs, students, administration, and the public with tact, discretion, and appropriate judgment.
• Ability to organize time and work effectively to keep lab operations running smoothly, recognizing that this is a difficult skill to learn and will likely involve troubleshooting and feedback.
• Ability to keep accurate lab notebooks.
• Good organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Punctuality, dependability, and consistency.
• Willingness to learn and grow, admit mistakes, and ask for help when you need it.
  
  

Posting Details

Working Title

Research Assistant - Chen Lab

Posting Number

202500291T

Department

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Salary Range

15.00

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Close Date

05/17/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicant.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty Category

Lab Research

Duty/Responsibility

Conduct research on characterizing hit compounds identified through high-throughput screening (HTS) campaigns, as well as studying HIV-1 resistance-associated mutations (RAMs), utilizing a recently developed HIV-1 infectivity assay. Perform SDS-PAGE and Western blot analysis, as well as high-throughput microscopic image acquisition, stitching, and quantification.

Percentage Of Time

100

References

Minimum References Required

0

Maximum References Required

2

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Other

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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