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Open Rank Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry – Intermediate) – Cardiology Research

Our laboratory is truly translational. By leveraging biobanked human samples, we employ numerous mouse models to dissect heart transplant rejection. We have a microsurgeon to perform heart transplants in mice, a rare opportunity to work with this model system. Our system has direct translatability to patient care. Our lab works with cutting-edge technologies and has been and will continue to be highly prolific in its publication record. As a member of the lab, you will work alongside a physician-scientist (PI) that is eager and excited to teach and help you advance your career as you learn new skills, gather knowledge, and function as an essential member of the team. We will tailor your experience to your comfort level but anticipate that you will ultimately design and carry out experiments independently.

Key responsibilities include:

• Mouse husbandry and genotyping of complex strain combinations (congenic, lineage tracing, genetic knockouts).
• Work alongside surgeon to learn how to assess transplant survival.
• Daily administration of critical experimental drugs or placebo.
• Heart transplant readouts will include flow cytometry, single cell RNA sequencing, histology, cytotoxicity assays, and immunofluorescence.

You will work with the PI and a team of collaborators in an open, enthusiastic, and exciting environment. Work location: Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why join us? The goal of this job is to be mutually beneficial. You will learn and perform incredible science and will also have the opportunity for authorship and career advancement. As a physician scientist, it is incredibly important for me to foster a scientific environment that will have direct clinical impact. Our lab will be fast-paced and prolific. We will ask questions that clinicians are asking but we have the unique ability to search for these answers. This puts us in an exceptional situation in the biomedical research field. We will leverage this benefit to construct experiments to real time relevant questions. As a candidate, these experiences will not only be intellectually rewarding, but will bolster your academic resume, open the doors to other thought leaders in the field, and provide the confidence to pursue your chosen career path. The University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus combines a top tier environment for ground-breaking research with proximity to a vibrant city and expansive outdoor opportunities! This combination will satisfy your career aspirations and your overall wellbeing.

The University of Colorado Denver, Anschutz Medical Campus as a whole, ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country. CU Anschutz has top-ranked clinical programs in family medicine and pediatrics, and the basic science and applied health research programs attract more NIH funding than any other university in Colorado. The Anschutz Medical Campus is a place of vibrant and collaborative research with multiple opportunities to learn new techniques, explore exciting ideas, and interact with experts in many disciplines. We and others are investigating heart function from an ever-growing array of angles, to develop the critical knowledgebase and infrastructure necessary to identify efficacious therapies to improve outcomes in heart pathologies.

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: 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:

• Entry Level: Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field.
• Intermediate Level: Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field One (1) year professional-level research experience. 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 biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory
• Cell culture experience.
• Experience laboratory animal management and handling.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient 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, and medical terminology.
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.
• Training in molecular techniques with a good theoretical understanding and experience in interpretation of results.
• Laboratory management skills.

How to Apply:

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

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Questions should be directed to: Benjamin Kopecky, benjamin.kopecky@cuanschutz.edu Screening of Applications Begins: Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by May 1st, 2026. Anticipated Pay Range: The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as: Entry Level: $47,811 – $64,067 Intermediate Level: $52,030 – $69,720 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. Total Compensation Calculator 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 hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu. 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.

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