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Professional Research Assistant

Requisition Number:

65140

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

Research Faculty

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

23-Jun-2025

Date Posted:

16-Jun-2025
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Job Summary

The Sousa Lab at the University of Colorado-Boulder is seeking two highly motivated and detail-oriented Professional Research Assistants (PRAs) to join our research team. The position is to provide research support for projects focused on understanding the molecular mechanisms of outer membrane protein transport folding and insertion as well as mechanisms of virulence and antibiotic resistance in bacteria. For entry level applicants, training will be provided.

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.

Who We Are

Since 1986, Biochemistry at the University of Colorado at Boulder has offered a world-class interdisciplinary research environment in a beautiful mountain setting. Faculty include a Nobel Laureate, five members of the National Academy of Sciences, three Howard Hughes Investigators, and many other esteemed scientists who have established themselves as research leaders within biochemistry.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

  • Perform wet lab experiments including: cloning, mutagenesis, heterologous gene expression, expression in E. coli, chromatography, protein purity evaluation, spectroscopic characterization, enzyme assays, detergent solubilizations, preparation of liposomes and nanodiscs, density gradients etc.
  • Maintain routine lab operations to ensure a smooth and efficient research environment.
  • Keep accurate and detailed records of experiments, procedures, and results.
  • Collaborate with other team members or a biotech startup to advance therapeutics development

What You Should Know

  • The position is available immediately.
  • Access to state-of-the-art research facilities.
  • Opportunity to contribute to impactful research in a leading academic environment.
  • Professional development opportunities.

What We Can Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package. The salary range for this position is $35,359.96 - $81,976.40 from entry level applicants with bachelor’s degrees to experienced Ph.D. researchers. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

  • Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, molecular biology or related discipline.
  • Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently after training.
  • Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate research project demands.

What You Will Need

Experience in wet laboratory work using techniques in biochemistry or molecular biology

What We Would Like You to Have

Two or more years of experience in laboratory research. Experience in membrane protein expression/purification is highly desirable. Candidates with ample experience are welcomed to apply and will be considered for compensation consistent with their experience.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter
  3. (Optional) Transcripts/Proof of Degree: If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources Department using an approved online vendor.  However, if your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version as an Optional document.
During the application process you will need to enter contact information for a reference. We will request a letter of recommendation and additional materials, if needed, as the search progresses. 

 Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until June 23, 2025.
 
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email.  For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu