Jobs UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO BOULDER

The cLOcK Lab (Translational sleep and circadian therapeutics for health across the lifespan) at the University of Colorado Boulder investigates how sleep, circadian rhythms, and light exposure influence cognitive functioning and health across the lifespan. Our work integrates clinical trials, behavioral and cognitive testing, ambulatory monitoring, and translational approaches to develop scalable, non-pharmacological interventions to improve sleep and cognitive outcomes. The lab values rigorous science, teamwork, clear communication, and mentorship. 

• Lead and collaborate on clinical and translational research projects within the cLOcK Lab, focused on sleep and circadian-based interventions to optimize cognition and health across the lifespan.
• Take primary responsibility for day-to-day coordination and execution of clinical trials, including participant communication, recruitment, screening, enrollment, scheduling, and retention.
• Conduct and oversee in-person and remote cognitive assessments and other study procedures, ensuring protocol fidelity and high-quality data collection.
• Direct research projects in close collaboration with the Director of the cLOcK Lab, including study design, implementation, data analysis, and interpretation.
• Prepare manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international scientific meetings.
• Contribute to the development and submission of external funding applications (e.g., NIH), including drafting sections, figures, and preliminary data.
• Mentor and supervise graduate and undergraduate trainees involved in clinical and translational research activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical requirements, including IRB submissions and amendments, adverse event reporting, and coordination with institutional and regulatory bodies (e.g., IRB, FDA as applicable).
• Assist with administrative oversight of the research program, including study documentation, protocol development, data management procedures, and maintenance of regulatory files.
• Support laboratory operations, including ordering equipment and supplies and contributing to the development or optimization of research protocols and techniques.
• Participate in weekly department seminars, lab meetings, and other relevant academic activities.

The anticipated start date is late summer / early fall 2026, with some flexibility depending on candidate availability. 

The annual salary range for this full-time position is $67,200 to $71,550.

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.

• PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Integrative Physiology, Sleep/Circadian Science, or a closely related field.
• Experience working with human research participants.
• Experience with data analysis using R (or similar statistical software).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple aspects of a research project independently and collaboratively.

• Prior experience working on randomized clinical trials.
• Prior experience working with big data.
• Experience with participant recruitment and retention.
• Experience administering cognitive or behavioral assessments.
• Familiarity with sleep and circadian research methods (e.g., actigraphy, sleep questionnaires, light exposure paradigms).
• Experience preparing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
• Interest in translational research.