ORC Lab Associate

The Orthopaedic Research Center, Department of Clinical Sciences/Colorado State University is under the direction of renowned equine arthroscopic surgeon and orthopaedic researcher Dr. Laurie Goodrich and is known worldwide for joint problem prevention and healing research in the horse with some recently expanded work in human athletes. A dedicated group of senior scientists, graduate and post-doctoral students continue to answer critical questions about orthopaedic health in horses and humans.

This position will conduct biochemical and molecular biology-based laboratory experiments, histology techniques, and immunohistochemistry for the Orthopaedic Research Center.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

AND

• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience to include:
• Conducting biochemical and molecular biology-based laboratory experiments, histology techniques, and immunohistochemistry.
• Demonstrated experiences of basic molecular and biochemical assays, such as basic PCR, real-time quantitative PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, cell culture (mammalian, stem cell, and tissue explants), ELISA assays, and protein gel electrophoresis/western blot analysis. Learning new techniques and assays are also included.

OR

• A Master’s degree

PLUS

• The ability and willingness to work in a clinical setting and in the arena of live animal studies are essential.
• Good written and verbal communication and laboratory record keeping are essential. Including, the ability to write up progress/summary reports, present data in a table or graphical formats, draft material, and methods sections.