Research Associate

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Department of Bioengineering / College of Engineering, Design and Computing

Job Title:  Open Rank Research Associate

Job Code: 1305

Position #00700725- Requisition #:31643

Job Summary:

The Department of Bioengineering has an opening for a Senior Research Associate.

The Department of Bioengineering at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical campus is seeking applicants for a full time Senior Research Associate. The successful candidate will lead, support, and work on design and research projects focused on medical devices and translational bioengineering, with strong focus on incorporating industry-standard processes around quality, design controls, manufacturing, and V&V, into the process of creating new medical devices and products.  The candidate is also expected to lead and help with writing research grants, develop industry-academia partnerships with local and national industry, and mentor lab personnel. Our laboratory is focused on designing and building medical technologies that can be translated rapidly into human / clinical use in an efficient manner.  

Key Responsibilities:

• To lead, support, and work on medical device design and development efforts across multiple clinical disciplines including gastrointestinal, emergency / combat medicine, cardiovascular, and surgery.
• To manage the various projects in the Shandas Innovation Lab, ensuring work continues to progress toward milestones, that the projects are on budget and are appropriately resourced.
• Help recruit and mentor lab personnel including undergraduate and graduate students, professional research personnel, and others.
• Implement quality and design control / design assurance processes on all design projects.  Ensure documentation is up to date and meeting all required standards.
• Help with and write grants to expand the lab's funding in the medical device and related areas.
• Pitch product ideas to a variety of stakeholders and funding agencies.
• Ensure lab supplies and equipment are up to date and meeting regulatory standards; order replacements as needed.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

How to Apply:

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

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

2.     Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.     Three 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: Robin Shandas robin.shandas@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 11/15/2023. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$75,000 to $85,000 

The above salary 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

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

For the Research Associate position:

• BS or MS degree or equivalent in an Engineering field, preferably in Bioengineering / Biomedical Engineering.  Relevant job experience (minimum 3 years) may be substituted for the advanced degree.
• Experience working with and implementing industry processes for quality, design controls, regulatory, and related standards for medical device design and manufacturing.
• Experience developing new medical devices and fundraising to support device development.
• Project management experience including management of project budgets.

For the Senior Research Associate position:

• Ph.D. degree or equivalent in an Engineering field, preferably in Bioengineering / Biomedical Engineering.  Relevant job experience (minimum 10 years) may be substituted for the advanced degree.
• Experience working with and implementing industry processes for quality, design controls, regulatory, and related standards for medical device design and manufacturing.
• Experience developing new medical devices and fundraising to support device development.
• Project management experience including management of project budgets.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience and familiarity with engineering design, including prototyping, creation of minimum viable products (MVPs), testing, design for manufacturing.
• Understand failure modes and effects analysis and how to implement FMEA across the product life cycle
• Knowledge of mechanical testing, electronic breadboarding, CAD, and other foundational tools to support engineering design.
• Experience writing grants, pitching ideas to investors, and other mechanisms to generate funding for design projects.
• Experience as an effective team leader and team member.
• Experience in biomedical lab research.
• Willingness to work with and handle animals, animal tissue, and human tissue.
• Self motivation and ability to work independently and in groups.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• This position may require occasional extended hours and/or time outside normal working hours.