Research Engineer
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Job Summary
The Paul M. Rady Department of Mechanical Engineering welcomes applications for a Research Engineer. This position will lead the development of our next generations of mid-infrared frequency comb lasers and frequency comb-based spectrometers. This includes working as part of a larger collaborative team of researchers deploying these spectrometers for sensing applications in aerosol science, hypersonic propulsion, wildfire research, and industrial/medical process monitoring.
Who We Are
The Precision Laser Diagnostics Laboratory for Energy and the Environment at the University of Colorado develops and deploys laser-based sensors to solve problems across atmospheric, combustion, and industrial systems. The vibrant group is composed of students, professional researchers, and engineers with diverse skill sets. We place strong emphasis on entrepreneurship in academic pursuits, from challenging the traditional ways that research has been carried out in a particular field, to actively commercializing technologies that can have a positive impact on our future.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
- Frequency comb and frequency comb spectrometer engineering leadership.
- Deployment of the spectrometers for sensing applications with a larger group of researchers and collaborators.
What You Should Know
This will be a dynamic position working with a vibrant group of researchers in beautiful Boulder Colorado with potential entrepreneurial outcomes.
What We Can Offer
The starting salary range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000 annually.
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What We Require
PhD in Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry.
What You Will Need
Experience with optics, photonics, and lasers.
What We Would Like You to Have
Experience with mechanical design, fiber optics, and spectroscopy. Entrepreneurial experience and interest are also a plus.
Special Instructions
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Letter of Reference
- (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.
For full consideration, please apply by July 5, 2024.
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