Open Rank Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional (entry – Intermediate)

Open Rank Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry – Intermediate)

Research in the Evans lab is focused on cells that line airway passages and how they affect immune defense, inflammation, infection, and chronic lung diseases. We have a dynamic group dedicated to discovery studies for conditions that include asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pulmonary fibrosis, respiratory infections, and lung cancer.

The candidate hired for this position will be involved in studies of allergic asthma, and how cells produce proteins that block airways and lead to obstruction (wheezing in people with asthma). Projects will include using gene-edited mice to study genes involved in mucus production, how they affect asthma-like responses, and how cells that produce them could be targeted to develop new disease treatments. The candidate will also collaborate with others in the lab who study the diseases listed above.

Key responsibilities include generating mice that will be used in studies, performing allergen exposures to produce asthma-like lung disease in mice, measuring lung function and asthma-like disease in mice, obtaining tissue specimens for histology, molecular analyses, and cell culture, using molecular probes and stains to label tissues and visualize these using microscopes, and performing molecular analyses including PCR, RT-PCR, and immunoblotting.

This role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO. Off-site work is allowed (with approval) on an as needed basis (e.g., work from home to analyze and write-up results or to perform analyses that only require computing).

The Evans lab has been active in research related to lung health and disease for over 20 years. Members of the lab participate in well-funded and highly impactful studies using cutting edge molecular, cellular, and genetic models. Current members are experienced in areas of interest here and will be highly collaborative and team-oriented. Research Service Professionals are able to design, conduct, analyze, and publish data, and they will have opportunities to present findings at local, national, and international conferences. Prior members have used work in the lab as a portal of entry to opportunities for graduate level and professional degree training.

The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine is part of the Department of Medicine within the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Over 140 Division faculty are located across four sites: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, National Jewish Health, Denver Health, and the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System.

The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, additional insurance, retirement 401(a) plan, paid time off, vacation days, sick days, holiday days, tuition benefit, and ECO Pass.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field. Preferred qualifications include a master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field, two years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory, and one to five years of experience studying mouse models of disease, performing quantitative histological analysis, and with statistical analysis, graphing, and image acquisition/analysis software.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include proficient knowledge of basic laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques, ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution, outstanding customer service skills, knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information, ability to perform accurate record keeping, and adaptability to changes in technological and scientific directions.

For full consideration, please submit a letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position, curriculum vitae / resume, and three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address. Questions should be directed to Chris Evans, christopher.evans@cuanschutz.edu. Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by November 1, 2025. The starting salary range for this position has been established as $46,274 – $58,861 for entry level and $50,357 – $64,054 for intermediate level.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. 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.