Professional Research AssistantRequisition Number: 58525Location: Boulder ColoradoEmployment Type: Research FacultySchedule: Full TimePosting Close Date: 14-Oct-2024Date Posted:Job SummaryThe Liu Lab at the University of Colorado-Boulder is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Professional Research Assistant (PRA) to join our dynamic research team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge basic and translational research in the field of drug development, with a focus on mammalian cell culture, transfection, PCR, and cellular imaging.The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.Who We AreSince 1986, Biochemistry at the University of Colorado at Boulder has offered a world-class interdisciplinary research environment in a beautiful mountain setting. Faculty include a Nobel Laureate, five members of the National Academy of Sciences, three Howard Hughes Investigators, and many other esteemed scientists who have established themselves as research leaders within biochemistry.What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Perform research projects focusing on development of new technologies for drug development.
Maintain routine lab operations to ensure a smooth and efficient research environment.
Keep accurate and detailed records of experiments, procedures, and results.
Collaborate with other team members or a biotech startup to advance therapeutics development.
What You Should Know
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Access to state-of-the-art research facilities.
Opportunity to contribute to impactful research in a leading academic environment.
Professional development opportunities.
What We Can OfferThe hiring rate for this full-time position is $35,000-$42,000 annually.BenefitsThe University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .Be StatementsBe ambitious. Be pioneering. Be Boulder.What We Require
Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry or a related field.
Prior research lab experience is preferred but not required.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Familiarity with mammalian cell culture, transfection, PCR, and cellular imaging is highly desirable.
Special InstructionsTo apply, please submit the following materials:
Resume or CV
Cover letter addressed to the Search Committee briefly describing your qualifications, professional goals, and specific interest in this position.
If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version as an optional attachment.During the application process you will need to enter contact information for a reference. We will request a letter of recommendation and additional materials, if needed, as the search progresses.Review of applications will begin immediately and remain open until October 14th, 2024.Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs. (https://jobs.colorado.edu/)In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Professional-Research-Assistant/58525 (https://apptrkr.com/5668985)Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/)jeid-b89ba7b39eb4794886d7016948db0769The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
