PostDoctoral Associate
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Job Summary
Who We Are
Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering (ECEE) at CU Boulder is the premier undergraduate and graduate program in Colorado by reputation, rankings and size. Nationally, we are ranked 17th among public electrical engineering graduate programs, and 14th among public computer engineering graduate programs by U.S. News and World Report.
Our number of required and elective undergraduate laboratory courses is among the highest of any engineering college in the country. Our students say the hands-on laboratory component greatly improves understanding of lecture concepts, and industry recruiters confirm that the value of our graduates is definitely increased by their laboratory experiences.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
This postdoc will pursue fundamental research on visible wavelength light generation and nonlinear optics with integrated photonics for spectroscopy, astronomy, quantum optics, and interfacing with quantum systems.
What We Can Offer
The starting salary range for this position is $70,000 - $74,000 annually. Up to $3,000 in relocation expenses may be available within department guidelines.
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
What We Require
Completed PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
What You Will Need
Experience in the design, modeling, and use of integrated photonic circuits, nonlinear optics, low-noise lasers and sources, and quantum and classical noise measurements.
What We Would Like You to Have
Previous graduate and postdoctoral experience with harmonic generation in nonlinear nanophotonics, frequency combs, and integrated quantum light sources.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- Resume or CV.
- Cover Letter.
- Reference Letter (Not Confidential)
- (Optional) Transcripts/Proof of Degree: If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources Department using an approved online vendor. However, if your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version as an Optional document.
Please apply by July 24, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu