Research Services Laboratory Sciences Entry Professional

CU Denver; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Department of Physiology and Biophysics, is hiring an entry-level Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional. The role focuses on compliance, lab organization, and cell culture management, with ~50% time for pursuing new tools, mouse surgeries, and collaborative experiments.

It is ideal for team-oriented individuals excited about wet-lab work. Onsite role located in Aurora, CO, with strong emphasis on safety, documentation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physiology, biology, molecular biology, genetics or related field (or equivalent combination).
• A combination of education and related technical experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Master’s degree in physiology, biology, molecular biology, genetics or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with and support PIs and other stakeholders with lab and research functions
• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects
• Perform experiments and tabulate and analyze research results
• Support analytical testing process including sample collection, preparation and documenting results
• Perform pre-, during-, and post-analytical test processes and evaluate results
• Prepare lab for daily operations including stocking materials and maintaining safety and cleanliness

Skills

Lab techniques

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Anatomy/Physiology

Research protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree (physiology/biology/molecular biology/genetics)

Master’s degree (physiology/biology/genetics)

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Physiology and Biophysics

Job Title: Research Services Laboratory Sciences Entry Professional

Position #00852628 - Requisition # 40950

Job Summary:

The Fernandez-Marino lab is seeking to hire an entry-level laboratory science professional. The position will focus on university compliance, lab organization, cell culture management and inventory, and has reserved time (approximately 50%) to contribute to other aspects of the lab's research. These aspects include pioneering new tools/techniques, developing/performing mouse surgeries, and conducting experiments in collaboration with other members in the group. This would be an excellent position for someone who enjoys team work in a lab and conducting experiments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects
• Perform experiments and tabulate and analyze research
• Support analytical testing process using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions, including preserving samples, completing sample preparation, documenting and communicating results
• Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical test process and evaluate results produced
• Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

Dr. Ana Fernandez-Marino's lab is part of the Department of Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus School of Medicine, which is known for its highly collaborative environment with many opportunities to interact with other sensory systems, behavior and decision making, and computational neuroscience groups.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in physiology, biology, molecular biology, genetics or related field
  • A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in physiology, biology, molecular biology, genetics or related field
• Prior experience or background within an experimental or wet laboratory

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins on September 1, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $47,811 - $58,861

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.