Job Summary:

Senior Laboratory Science Professionals perform duties in an experimental lab, or wet lab, and handle a variety of chemicals and/or potential “wet” hazards. Senior Laboratory Science Professionals perform duties in laboratories where chemicals, drugs, or other materials or biological matters are tested and analyzed.

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 data using graph pad

• Provide animal care related to research studies, as necessary

• Pick up, transport, and maintain results, samples, documents, materials and other items as needed

• Provide laboratory science expertise and leadership in study design, study oversight, data management, data analysis and manuscript preparation to assist all levels of investigators, researchers and clinicians on new research activities across a wide range of disciplines

• Preparing data for discussion and presentation

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

The Metro Denver region has nearly 300 days of annual sunshine, with mountains and outdoor recreation located nearby. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks consistently among the top 30 medical schools in the country, with the Department of Pediatrics ranking consistently in the top 10 (U.S. News and World Report 2022 rankings). 

The Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant Section within the Pediatrics Department is nationally recognized for providing excellent consultation, clinical care, and surgery for children and adolescents with cancer and blood disorders. Faculty in the Section study childhood bleeding disorders, brain and blood tumors, bone marrow failure and sickle cell disease. Our renowned team of multidisciplinary experts provides thousands of children who are fighting cancer and blood disorders with world-class care and cutting-edge treatments – all while pioneering new therapies and cures through groundbreaking research.

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%25 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: 15/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, Immunology, chemistry, genetics or related field

  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis

• Two (2) years of professional level research experience in immunology/cancer biology, cell culture

  • A combination of two years research in an academic laboratory setting and a minimum of three publications, published within the last five years, may be substituted for two years of professional experience

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) years or more years of full-time employment in an academic research lab with experience or background with murine models, cell culture, molecular biology techniques, immunology, cancer biology, and flow cytometry

• Master’s degree in biology, immunology, molecular biology, cancer biology or related field

• Experience with CAR-T cell generation and experimentation

• Competent with ELISAs and molecular cloning.

• Tissue culture and maintenance of various cell lines.

• Animal experience (designing/mouse handling/injections/harvesting/sacrificing)

• Multicolor flow cytometry experience

• Murine model expert. Ability to lead in this aspect and train others.

• Previous experience in presenting and/or aiding in publications

• Experience in Immunohistochemistry

• Single cell sequencing experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques

• Ability to function independently but exercise sound judgment in seeking appropriate supervision.

• Ability to independently organize and maintain laboratory stocks, supplies, and ordering.

• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory protocols for yourself and others.

• Knowledge of molecular biology, cell culture, cancer biology, and/or immunology

• Ability to keep detailed records and communicate effectively, both in writing and orally

• Ability to interpret and comprehend complex research protocol information.

• Exceptional organizational skills, i.e. capable of maintaining several laboratory projects simultaneously.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution

• Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office programs and ability to conduct basic statistical analysis

• Comply with all standard operating procedures and quality control systems per the University of Colorado policy.

• Comply with any laboratory duties assigned by the PI.

• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a “team”

• Ability to complete lab functions involving cell culture and aseptic techniques

• Competency with molecular biology techniques

• Background in Immunology

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1.   Curriculum vitae / Resume

2.   Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Paul Lopez, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by February 13, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The hiring range for this position has been established as $54,440-$69,248.

The above 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.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

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 [email protected]​.

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:

Prescreening

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.