Research Lab Scientist: Gut Health & Microbiome

University of Colorado; South Dakota; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO seeks an Open Rank Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional to support the Dowdell and Colgan labs. The role conducts and assists with basic science experiments on host-microbe interactions and intestinal biology, and performs in vivo mouse models of inflammatory bowel disease.

You will record data, analyze results, train junior staff, and contribute to grant and manuscript submissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field.
• Entry: at least 1 year professional level research experience.
• Senior: at least 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 mice for in vivo models of inflammatory bowel disease.
• Assist with regular laboratory maintenance duties with Colgan group.
• Record experimental notes and data accurately.
• Analyze experimental data and interpret findings.
• Communicate findings regularly to supervisor and Colgan group.
• Train/mentor junior members of Colgan group.
• Contribute to preparation of grant and manuscript submissions as needed.

Education

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

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO seeks an Open Rank Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional to support the Dowdell and Colgan labs. The role conducts and assists with basic science experiments on host-microbe interactions and intestinal biology, and performs in vivo mouse models of inflammatory bowel disease.

You will record data, analyze results, train junior staff, and contribute to grant and manuscript submissions.