Research Services Intermediate Professional

Job Summary:

This job will mainly be involved in clinical diagnosis, clinical trials, and research studies for type 1 diabetes. Islet autoantibodies are currently the most reliable biomarkers for prediction and diagnosis for type 1 diabetes. We are the NIH designated autoantibody and HLA reference laboratory for type 1 diabetes serving for multiple NIH sponsored national and international diabetes clinical trials as well as multiple institutional and industry sponsored clinical trials. We are also the CLIA and CAP certified laboratory serving for clinical diagnosis for type 1 diabetes for multiple hospitals/clinics across the country including the Children's Hospital and University Hospital in this campus and also our own Barbara Davis Center. This job will require to routinely handle these clinical and research human blood samples, perform the assays, and report the results.

• Receive and process human serum samples of clinical diagnosis and clinical researches.
• Perform multiplex ECL autoantibody assays for a particular Colorado general population screening study (ASK study).
• Perform the radio-binding autoantibody assays for clinical diagnostic and research samples.
• Analyze the data and assist the lab manager to report the results.
• cDNA-plasmid cloning and amplification needed for autoantibody assays.
• Assist lab supervisor and PI to improve current assays and to develop new assays.

Key Responsibilities / Duties:

• This PRA will work in Islet Autoantibody/HLA Core Laboratory and is reported to lab manager and lab PI.
• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and lab manager with laboratory and research functions
• Utilize a variety of laboratory assay techniques required for clinical and research projects
• Prepare lab for daily operations, including receiving, processing, and organizing samples from internal and outside.
• Routinely perform multiplex electrochemiluminescence assays of autoantibodies for the ASK clinical trial.
• Perform radio-binding assays of islet autoantibodies and other autoantibodies for clinical and research samples.
• Perform the HLA typing for clinical and research studies
• Assay data analysis, presentation, and result report.
• Assist lab supervisor and PI to improve current assays and to develop new assays.
• Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
• cDNA-plasmid cloning and amplification.
• Assist the lab quality-control officer in the review and implementation of lab support policies, practices and programs to meet CLIA and CAP needs.
• Independently and creatively identify laboratory solutions
• Independently Review, develop and implement new or modified laboratory techniques.
• Assist PI and Team leader with creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist and train junior team members

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located at the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

The Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes (BDC) is the largest diabetes institute in the world specializing in type 1 diabetes research and care for children and adults. Over 235 clinicians, clinical researchers, basic biomedical scientists and supporting staff work at the BDC to find the most effective treatment, prevention, and cure for type 1 diabetes. The Center provides state-of-the-art diabetes care to over 7,500 children and adults with diabetes, and generates over $32 million annually including but not limited to clinical revenue, gifts, grants and other funding sources.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness

A current lab research associate will be 100% involved in the new studies for two new grants we recently received. The new research associate will fill this vacancy. The job will mainly be involved in clinical diagnosis, clinical trials, and research studies for type 1 diabetes to routinely perform autoantibody assays for clinical diagnostic and clinical research samples and to assist lab supervisor and PI to improve current assays and to develop new assays.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• 2 years professional level research experience.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree preferred
• 5 years professional experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Medical and/or immunology knowledge

How to Apply:

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

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

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

Questions should be directed to: Liping Yu, Liping.yu@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 4/25/25.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as

$50,357 - $64,054

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: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

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.

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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.