Research Lab Technician – Brain Tumor Translational Science

University of Colorado Anschutz; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical options

Dental options

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(a) retirement plan

Paid time off

Vacation days 22/year

Sick days 15/year

Holiday days 15/year

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz in Aurora, Colorado, is seeking an Entry Laboratory Science Professional to support translational brain tumor research focused on DIPG and other pediatric brain tumors. The role involves hands-on wet-lab work, cell culture, and collaboration with a principal investigator and research teams.

The position requires a biology-related bachelor's degree and offers a comprehensive benefits package, on-site work, and opportunities to contribute to publications and grants

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the PI and stakeholders on laboratory and research planning.
• Use laboratory techniques required for research projects.
• Culture brain tumor cell lines.
• Conduct experiments including drug/radiation treatment, Western blot, shRNA/CRISPR-Cas, qPCR, protein/RNA/DNA extraction, immunofluorescence microscopy, and mouse dissection.
• Perform experiments and tabulate and analyze research results.
• Support analytical testing and sample handling with proper documentation.
• Attend and present at lab meetings and research conferences.
• Assist with writing scientific manuscripts and grants.
• Assist with lab management including purchasing and budget maintenance.

Education

BS in biology

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz in Aurora, Colorado, is seeking an Entry Laboratory Science Professional to support translational brain tumor research focused on DIPG and other pediatric brain tumors. The role involves hands-on wet-lab work, cell culture, and collaboration with a principal investigator and research teams.

The position requires a biology-related bachelor's degree and offers a comprehensive benefits package, on-site work, and opportunities to contribute to publications and grants