University of Colorado · 3 hours ago
Open Rank – Professional Research Assistant – Senior Professional Research Assistant
Aurora, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$48K/yr - $65K/yrThe University of Colorado Anschutz is a leading institution in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences, seeking a Senior Professional Research Assistant to investigate therapeutic modalities against antimicrobial resistance. The role involves conducting advanced laboratory experiments, including pharmacometrics and molecular biology techniques, while supporting research operations and mentoring students.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Conduct pharmacometrics, PK/PD modeling, and drug exposure-response studies
Perform advanced imaging (phase contrast, fluorescence, SEM, TEM) and flow cytometry
Execute molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA extraction and PCR
Document experiments accurately, lead meetings, and present research findings
Write manuscripts and presents at national/international conferences
Support lab operations, mentor students, and oversee administrative tasks
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Previous benchwork experience in microbiology or translational research
Previous benchwork experience in mathematical modeling
Previous experience in statistical packages such as R
Master's Degree
Previous benchwork experience in microbiology or translational research
Previous benchwork experience in mathematical modeling
Previous experience in statistical packages such as R
Preferred
Prior experience in quantitative analysis using various techniques and software tools
Proficiency in R or Python to analyze data and experience with statistical, machine learning, and data science approaches
Prior experience working in teams on collaborative projects
Ability and desire to seek external research funding is preferred
Benefits
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
Company
University of Colorado
University of Colorado offers higher education and serving as the catalysts in business, arts, health, and community growth.
Founded in 1876
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-26Grant
2021-04-06Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Richard Schulick
Professor and Chair of Surgery
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