Post-Doctoral Fellow

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for conducting mechanistic studies into the impact of SMARCB1 structure/function on iPSC differentiation and defining how SMARCB1 loss and BMI1 induction regulate ATRT brain tumor response and resistance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interact with animal facility staff.
• Use University system to order reagents and supplies as needed.
• Maintain laboratory stocks and equipment and be responsible for coordinating repairs when needed.
• Maintain laboratory records for experiments for publication methods and for others to repeat experiments.
• Correspond with other investigators inside and outside of the CU system regarding collaborations.
• Perform experiments independently as well as experiments with other students, postdocs to contribute to publications and overall productivity of the group.
• When appropriate, supervise work of graduate students.
• Maintain accurate and current laboratory notebook including all experimental details. 

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The Metro Denver region has nearly 300 days of annual sunshine, with mountains and outdoor recreation located nearby. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks consistently among the top 30 medical schools in the country, with the Department of Pediatrics ranking consistently in the top 20 (U.S. News and World Report 2024 rankings). 

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• 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

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage .

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:  

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.  

• Graduation from an accredited university with a Faculty of Medicine or Science degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of cellular or molecular immunology experience 

Condition of Employment:

• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with induced pluripotent cell (iPSC) biology and transfection/transduction techniques in iPSC.
• Experience with induced pluripotent cell differentiation and organoid development
• Experience in vivo modeling of tumors
• Experience with chromatin assays such as ChIP-Seq 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency with flow cytometry
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Demonstrates the proficiency in computer software

How to Apply:

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

1.    A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

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: Paul Lopez paul.j.lopez@cuanschutz.edu    

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 7/18/2025.  

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$62,232-70,000.

The above 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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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 .