Research Services Principal

University of Colorado System; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Benefit

ECO Pass

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO, seeks a Research Services Principal Professional – LaboratorySciences to lead LC‑MS/MS analytics for pre‑clinical and clinical studies in a cGLP‑compliant, CAP‑accredited, CLIA‑certified laboratory. You will develop and validate HPLC and LC‑MS assays and guide study design and data analysis through manuscript preparation.

You will provide informal leadership, mentoring, and serve as a resource to principal investigators across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in 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.
• Three (3) years professional level research experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and lead LC‑MS/MS analytics for pre‑clinical and clinical academic and regulatory studies
• Develop and validate HPLC and LC‑MS assays
• Provide laboratory science expertise and leadership in study design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation
• Independently review, develop, and implement new or modified laboratory techniques
• Maintain a GLP‑compliant laboratory environment
• Serve as a resource to principal investigators and other stakeholders
• Provide informal leadership to team members, including mentoring and workload guidance

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

LC-MS/MS

HPLC

cGLP/cGMP

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Anesthesiology

Research Services Principal Professional – LaboratorySciences

Position #00852334 – Requisition #40885

Job Summary

iC42 Clinical Research & Development combines quantitative massspectrometry, metabolomics, and proteomics under one roof, a combination that makes it a unique facility and a CU Medicine site of clinical practice. As a Principal Professional, you will lead LC‑MS/MS analytics for pre‑clinical and clinical studies, including work that supports national multi‑center trials, in a laboratory that is cGLP‑compliant, CAP‑accredited, and CLIA‑certified.

Day to day, you will develop and validate HPLC and LC‑MS assays, guide study design and data analysis through manuscript preparation, and serve as a resource to principal investigators across a range of research disciplines. You will also provide informal leadership to team members, including workload guidance and mentoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and lead LC‑MS/MS analytics for pre‑clinical and clinical academic and regulatory studies
• Develop and validate HPLC and LC‑MS assays
• Provide laboratory science expertise and leadership in study design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation
• Independently review, develop, and implement new or modified laboratory techniques
• Maintain a GLP‑compliant laboratory environment
• Serve as a resource to principal investigators and other stakeholders
• Provide informal leadership to team members, including mentoring and workload guidance

Work Location

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us

iC42 Clinical Research & Development is a cutting‑edge bioanalytical resource and Service Center at the University of Colorado as well as a CU Medicine site of clinical practice. iC42 Clinical Research and Development combines quantitative massspectrometry (drugs, drug metabolites, endogenous compounds and large molecules), metabolomics (LC‑MS, GC‑MS and magnetic resonance spectroscopy‑based) and proteomics under one roof, which makes it a unique facility. Moreover, iC42 Clinical Research and Development serves as a central laboratory for national multi‑center trials and coordinates and carries out clinical studies. The laboratory is compliant with the rules of good laboratory practice (cGLP, 21 CFR part 58), and it is accredited by the College of American Pathologists and CLIA certified.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional 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 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.
• Three (3) years professional level research experience

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• Four (4) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory
• Four years of experience with High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), preferably with HPLC – massspectrometry
• At least two (2) years of hands‑on experience working in a regulatory compliance‑compliant laboratory environment, ideally cGLP or cGMP.

Conditions of Employment

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Expert knowledge of laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques
• Expert ability to analyze and solve complex problems
• 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
• Familiarity with documentation practices for regulatory compliant studies

Questions should be directed to: Jessica Rocz, [e-mail]

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.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $64,686 - $86,679.

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.