Grassland Ecology Research Assistant
Requisition Number:
67973
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
Research Faculty
Schedule:
Part-Time
Posting Close Date:
22-Oct-2025
Date Posted:
15-Oct-2025
Job Summary
In this position you will assist in data collection, experiment maintenance, management of undergraduate research assistants, data management, and lab work. Work will include day-to-day maintenance and data collection of the Boulder Drought experiment.
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
EBIO's disciplinary strengths include ecology, evolution, genetics, behavior, biology education research and systematics. Our research programs have relevance for global change, conservation biology, the spread of diseases, and revealing fundamental mechanisms underlying the structural and functional adaptations of organisms.
Research Areas: Our faculty specialize in many fields of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. Interested in learning more? Visit the various research interests of our faculty.
In the Field: Our faculty, students and researchers travel the world to conduct research in ecology and evolution. Learn more about their experiences and stories in our In the Field articles.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
- Day-to-day maintenance of field experiment
- Data collection including biomass and volumetric water content
- Management of data collection
- Using QGIS for data processing
What We Can Offer
The hourly rate for this temporary position is $20.
Benefits
Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.
Be Statements
Be creative. Be impactful. Be Boulder.
What We Require
B.S. or B.A. in Ecology or related field, minimum of 1 year of research experience
What You Will Need
Ability to work independently, effectively communicate with a team and multiple supervisors, handle multiple projects, keep to a pre-determined schedule, apply common field and lab protocols in the field of ecology
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- A current resume.
- A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by October 22, 2025 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu