Assistant Research Professor

Job Summary:

The Section of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine at the University of Colorado Denver/Children's Hospital Colorado seeks an Assistant Research Professor responsible for projects investigating the role of redox signaling and inflammation in pulmonary vascular disease. Duties will include research and teaching associated with the laboratory research team. This position will be based at Children's Hospital Colorado in Aurora, CO.

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

* Develop new methodologies and perform experiments using Electron Paramagnetic Resonance spectroscopy (EPR) in biomedical research

* Prepare samples for EPR experiments using:

o Circulating monocytes and neutrophils, blood, alveolar fluid, or tissue samples from human clinical studies

o Cell culture models

o Tissue, isolated primary cells and fluids from animal models of organ injury

o Live rodents injected with EPR spin probes/traps

* Optimize and perform EPR experiments at room temperature and under liquid nitrogen

* Develop protocols for measurement of circulating reactive oxygen species in live mice

* Develop and optimize protocols to measure superoxide, nitric oxide, hydrogen peroxide, peroxynitrite, hydroxyl radical, oxidized lipids, oxidized glutathione testing various spin probes or traps

* Perform EPR experiments and optimize protocols for differentiation of intracellular, extracellular and mitochondrial superoxide

* Develop protocols to measure ROS in cells and rodents under hypoxic conditions

* Analyze data and prepare graphs for presentations, manuscripts and grants

* Initiate protocols for future development of in vivo EPR program

* Training and mentoring graduate students and/or laboratory

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

As the largest pediatric heart program in the region, we have performed more than 675 heart surgeries and about 1,000 heart catheterization every year since 2017. Our highly specialized pediatric heart surgeons and interventional cardiologists take on the most complex congenital heart defects (CHDs) and childhood heart conditions and achieve some of the best results in the nation. The Society of Thoracic Surgery requires a hospital to perform at least 250 heart surgeries per year to be considered a high-volume center. By far exceeding this, we gain more experience, which leads to better outcomes. The Heart Institute has 100 plus faculty members and continues to grow annually.

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 (based on percentage of time)
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/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.

• PhD with focus on Electron Paramagnetic Resonance Imaging.

• Three years' post-graduate research experience

• Research expertise in pulmonary and vascular diseases

• Publication in area of redox biology and medicine

• Research experience investigating inflammation, fibrosis, and tissue redox regulation.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado

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

*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years' post-graduate research experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational, record-keeping and interpersonal skills

• Skills in molecular, cell, tissue and animal methodologies

• Ability to acquire new skills to advance research studies

• Ability to communicate effectively

• Ability to handle stressful situations with professional composure

• Knowledge and skill in customer service delivery

• Ability to work well independently

• Well-organized and efficient in their work

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: Bradley Crow, Bradley.Crow@childrenscolorado.org

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until June 10, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$63,500

The above salary represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of 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 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.