Research Associate - Data Analysis

Job Summary:

This position's primary purpose is to conduct wet and dry lab research in an academic laboratory. The primary focus for this position involves processing and analyzing data related to natural products and microbiome research. Additional duties include assistance with animal behavioral studies, metabolomics, mass spectrometry, manuscript preparation, and grant submission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and analyze datasets from various sources including mass spectrometry, metabolomics microbiome, and animal behavioral studies.
• Prepare data for publication, assist with manuscript writing and submission.
• Prepare samples for and conduct mass spectrometry-based analyses.
• Design and conduct experiments related to the PIs research including microbiome mediated metabolism of natural products such as foods and Cannabis.
• Maintaining detailed notes in OneNote.
• Assisting with general lab operations as required.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule and is expected to work onsite approximately 25% of the time to conduct animal studies and sample preparation, for example.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado's Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, located at the Anschutz Medical Campus, is an internationally renowned School of Pharmacy and a top tier school (ranked #20/top 15% out of 143 pharmacy schools in the country). At the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, we are committed to excellence and innovation in professional, graduate and post-graduate education; scholarship and research; patient-centered care; public health advocacy; and societal leadership and engagement. Together, our innovation, discoveries and engagement with our communities improves the health and well-being of society.

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.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Doctoral degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or a closely related field
• Two (2) years post-doctoral experience working in academia with publication track record to match experience.
• Two (2) years experience conducting animal studies, including behavioral studies and experimental design. Strong experience in study end techniques is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of experience with wet lab skills, including sample preparation and basic molecular biology skills
• Two (2) years' experience in Omics based data analysis, including familiarization with R/Bioconductor.
• Three (3) years post-doctoral experience working in academia with publication track record to match experience.
• Five (5) years' experience conducting animal studies, including behavioral studies and experimental design.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic Science Techniques
• General knowledge of untargeted mass spectrometry workflows
• Data Processing, Spreadsheet, and Word Processing Computer Skills
• Mathematical Knowledge
• Planning and Organizing Skills

How to Apply:

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

1. A letter of interest that highlights specific experience related to the minimum qualifications and lists manuscripts the directly demonstrate the minimum and / or preferred skills.
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Nichole Reisdorph, PhD. Nichole.Reisdorph@CUAnschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until June 9, 2024

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$58,651 to $70,000

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 is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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@ucdenver.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.