Cellular Therapy Laboratory Aide/Search Office Assistant

• University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
• Department: Medicine – The Center for Clinical Immunology (ClinImmune)
• Job Title: Cellular Therapy Laboratory Aide/Search Office Assistant
• Position #: 00840535 – Requisition #: 37837

Job Summary:

ClinImmune is currently seeking a Cellular Therapy Laboratory Aide/Search Office Assistant with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds. This is a laboratory support position that will assist cell therapy lab technicians and search coordinators with day-to-day functions of clinical lab operations and search office processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing incoming lab supplies for quality release.
• Monthly inventory check of laboratory supplies and reagents.
• Maintaining lab equipment including function verifications.
• Receiving of cellular therapy products, including identity and integrity check.
• Assisting with preparations to ship cord blood units to transplant centers worldwide.
• Witnessing of stem cell products to verify identity and integrity.
• Assisting with pulling frozen reference samples from stem cell products for testing. Rearranging/reorganizing the contents of -80 freezers.
• Assisting with filling LN2 dry shippers containers in preparation for transport of stem cell products. Also, transports stem cell product samples to Flow lab for testing.
• Organizing stem cell products and patient folder filing cabinets. Purges and scans search office paperwork
• Cord blood shipment data entry using NMDP CordSource web database.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

As an academic based biotechnology company, ClinImmune is committed to providing the highest quality service and support to clinical customers and researchers locally and abroad. Our prime location at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus allows for collaboration with world-renowned clinicians and scientists. ClinImmune is an academic and clinical component of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

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:

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
• 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

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

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED H.S. equivalency.
• One (1) year of professional experience in providing administrative and technical assistance to faculty and staff within a laboratory environment.
• A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to one (1) year.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) or more years of experience providing administrative and technical assistance to faculty and staff within a laboratory environment. 

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Strong team player with the ability to take direction and work with a diverse group and competing interests.

• Excellent Interpersonal Skills.

• Ability to effectively explain processes and procedures.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work under tight deadlines.
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to various situations.
• Ability to work independently and use independent judgment to complete assigned tasks.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical and reasoning ability.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to represent the department and University in a professional manner with tact and diplomacy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

How To Apply:

1. 1.     A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
2. 2.     Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. 3.     Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Questions should be directed to: Timothy Lovato, timothy.lovato@cuanschutz.edu

Screening Of Applications Begins:

Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by October 20th, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $36,048 – $41,818.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination 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@cuanschutz.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.