Senior Scientist

University of Colorado Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Transit pass (ECO Pass)

CU Advantage program

Job summary

The Brumbaugh lab at the University of Colorado Boulder is seeking a Research Associate to perform both research and administrative tasks. The role involves coordinating lab activities and contributing to project management.

Candidates should have a PhD or equivalent in molecular biology, developmental biology, biochemistry, or a related field, and at least three years of postdoctoral experience. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree in molecular biology, developmental biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Three or more years of postdoctoral experience.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate lab repositories of plasmids and cell lines.
• Organize biosafety certification and animal husbandry protocols.
• Introduce incoming lab members to common laboratory practices and safety guidelines.
• Oversee ordering of research items and communicate with vendors.
• Design and execute experiments and contribute to project management.
• Develop research technology and maintain reagents and equipment.

Skills

MS Office

Education

PhD or equivalent in molecular biology/developmental biology/biochemistry

Job description

Job Summary

The Brumbaugh lab is seeking enthusiastic and talented applicantsfor an open Research Associate position. This position wouldinclude both research and administrative opportunities. The idealcandidate would be highly organized and possess stronginterpersonal skills. Lab experience, particularly in the areas ofmolecular biology, developmental biology is preferred. Positionwill look to start as soon as possible after posting closes andcandidate is selected.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

Who We Are

The Brumbaugh lab is part of Molecular, Cellular, and DevelopmentalBiology at the University of Colorado-Boulder. We ask fundamentalquestions about early development and stem cell biology with theultimate goal of improving human health and driving scientificdiscovery. Check out our website for more information: https://www.colorado.edu/lab/brumbaugh/

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Administrative Duties

• Coordinate lab repositories of plasmids and cell lines
• Organize biosafety certification and animal husbandryprotocols
• Introduce incoming lab members to common laboratory practicesand safety guidelines
• Oversee ordering of research items
• Communicate with vendor representatives regarding orders

Wet Lab Duties

• Maintain common lab reagents, equipment, and consumables
• Unpack and distribute orders upon arrival
• Design and execute experiments
• Contribute to project management
• Develop research technology

What We Can Offer

The salary range for this position is $40,000 - $72,000 annuallydepending on percentage of time up to 90% (34 hours per week) andexperience.

Benefits

• medical,dental, and retirement plans
• generous paid time off
• tuitionassistance for you and your dependents
• an ECO Pass for localtransit
• Explore additional perks and programs throughthe CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be ambitious. Be pioneering. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• PhD or equivalent degree in molecular biology, developmentalbiology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• 3 or more years of postdoctoral experience.

What You Will Need

• A working knowledge of basic software (word, excel,PowerPoint).
• A strong interest in developmental and molecular biology.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: [e-mail]