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University of Colorado Post-Doctoral Fellow in Aurora, Colorado
Post-Doctoral Fellow - 26327 Faculty
Description
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus
School of Medicine - Department of Medicine
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Position #00798059 – Requisition #26327
- Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4569990&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers)
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4569990&targetURL=https://www.uchealth.org/locations/uchealth-university-of-colorado-hospital-uch/) and Children's Hospital Colorado (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4569990&targetURL=https://www.childrenscolorado.org/locations/anschutz-medical-campus-aurora/) - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4569990&targetURL=https://www.cuanschutz.edu/) .
Description:
A Postdoctoral Fellow position is available in cell biology and systems biology research in the laboratory of Dr. Edward Lau in the Department of Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (https://www.laulab.net (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4569990&targetURL=https://www.laulab.net) ). Our research focuses on multi-omics and bioinformatics approaches to understand protein spatiotemporal dynamics, homeostasis, and quality control processes using human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and other applicable laboratory models.
We are looking for a postdoctoral fellow to join our team who is passionate about quantitative life science research in proteomics, genomics, bioinformatics, and related fields. The candidate will work with our team to develop new methods to study protein spatiotemporal dynamics in non-steady state systems using a combination of stable isotope labeling, mass spectrometry, single-cell sequencing, kinetic modeling, biochemistry, and cell biology techniques.
The ideal applicant will have a track record in performing and dissemination original research in an academic setting, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team setting.
Responsibilities:
Design and execute research projects to develop new methods to assess protein turnover, localization, and secretion in human induced pluripotent stem cell systems and/or mammalian models.
Design and execute large-scale sequencing and proteomics experiments to profile cellular models of oxidative stress or senescence and to generate testable hypotheses.
Record findings, analyze and interpret data, communicate experimental results and findings in both oral and written formats.
Work independently or as part of a team on cell biology and omics experiments, which may include implementation and maintenance of cell culture models, animal models, tissue and molecule extraction, and other techniques.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be able to sustain prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in the laboratory environment.
Must be able to handle, carry, and lift objects encountered in the research settings, up to 10 kg in weight.
Must be willing to work in a standard research environment that may contain fumes, chemicals, liquid nitrogen, sharp objects, hazardous materials, tissue, and body fluids.
Must be willing to work with complex laboratory equipment, chemical solutions, and biological materials.
Competencies / Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Oral and written communication skills; evidence for effective communication of science.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency with computational and statistical approaches to the analysis of quantitative data, familiarity with command line interfaces and statistical programming languages preferred.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary is at or above current NIH NRSA level and will start at $60,000. This position is funded for up to 2 years.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
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.
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.
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Diversity and Equity:
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@ucdenver.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4569990&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu) .
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
The University of Colorado Denver | 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4569990&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4569990&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) .
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Ph.D. in biochemistry, genetics, cell biology, molecular biology, bioinformatics, computational biology, systems biology, or related scientific fields from an accredited institution.
Minimum of 3 years of active research experience in the life sciences in an academic environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with large-scale bulk or single-cell RNA sequencing or proteomics approaches preferred.
Prior experience common bioinformatics pipelines via command line interface and experience with scientific computing languages and platforms including but not limited to R, Python, or Perl.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Refer to requisition number: 26327 Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Application Materials Instructions: Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4569990&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) and attach: 1. A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications 2. A current CV/resume 3. List of five professional references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references) Please be advised that the University does check references as part of the employment process. Please do not submit any of your application material (via email) to the job posting contact.
Job Category : Faculty
Primary Location : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20169 - SOM-MED-Cardiology
Schedule : Full-time
Posting Date : Jun 8, 2022
Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Edward Lau Posting Contact Email: edward.lau@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4569990&targetURL=edward.lau@cuanschutz.edu) Position Number: 00798059
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