We are seeking a Laboratory Sciences Research Services Professional (Entry, Intermediate or Senior level) to join our supportive and collaborative team. This individual will conduct research focused on biochemical, cellular, and molecular mechanisms underlying gynecologic cancer progression and therapy resistance. The primary focus of experiments will include, but are not limited to, (1) studies of Golgi organization and mitotic spindle assembly in ovarian cancer, (2) in vitro and in vivo assays of cGAS/STING-dependent antitumor immunity, and (3) studies of tumor-adipocyte interactions and inflammation in the tumor microenvironment. The post-doctoral fellow will be supported through an already funded grant mechanism. Successful applicants will need to demonstrate a strong work ethic, to have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, to exhibit excellent skills in scientific writing, and to display meticulous, detail-oriented technical skills and record-keeping. Regardless of rank, this laboratory science professional will be expected to perform duties in an experimental lab. Examples of duties:
- Preparation of lab reagents
- Use of a database to record supplies and inventory
- Assistance with laboratory upkeep & maintenance
- Data collection and analysis
- Participation in lab meetings
- Presentations at lab meetings and local conferences
- Contributions to project development and help with manuscript preparation
Other research-related duties * 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 research * Support analytical testing process using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions, including preserving samples, completing sample preparation, documenting and communicating results * Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical test process and evaluate results produced * Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas * Provide animal care related to research studies, as necessary * Pick up, transport, and maintain results, samples, documents, materials and other items as needed * Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions * Review, complete and process logs, documents, databases, and related materials and information * Provide support researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve process, unit and related issues * Assist in the review and implementation of lab support policies, practices and programs to meet organizational, operations and management needs * Assist with ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; receive guidance and direction or escalate when required * Other duties as assigned Nature of work for Laboratory Sciences Research Intermediate Professional above duties AND: * Independently and creatively identify laboratory solutions * Independently Review, develop and implement new or modified laboratory techniques required for research projects * Assist Team Leads, Supervisors and/or management with creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives * Assist and train junior team members Nature of work for Laboratory Sciences Research Senior Professional above duties AND: * Assist with developing or develop protocol-specific systems and documents including process flows, training manuals, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Maintains subject level documentation and prepares documents, equipment and/or supplies * Assist with identifying issues related to operational efficiency and shares results with leadership * 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 * Serve as a resource to PIs and other stakeholders |
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
paid time off, sick time
Feb 26, 2026