Temporary Research Assistant
Requisition Number:
69723
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
Research Faculty
Schedule:
Part-Time
Posting Close Date:
16-Feb-2026
Date Posted:
12-Feb-2026
Job Summary
This temporary research assistant will be working on the Wildland Firefighter Well-being Project with an interdisciplinary team.
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
The College of Arts and Sciences at CU Boulder is the intellectual core of the university, conducting research, scholarship, creative work, and education in more than 60 fields. Our research generates new knowledge, solving some of the world’s most critical problems.
The college leads nationally in undergraduate and graduate education in the natural sciences, social sciences, and arts and humanities, bringing extraordinary research and scholarship to our students, both in and out of the classroom.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
- Attending weekly team meetings
- Leading two papers for publication, one an interdisciplinary paper for a science audience, and one a paper for a social science audience
- Coordinating with team members to obtain needed contributions for publications
- Acting as corresponding author with publishing venues
- Finalizing publications for submission-attending weekly team meetings
What We Can Offer
The hourly rate for this part-time temporary position is $40.00
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
PhD in Anthropology and experience in a postdoctoral position.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
We may request references at a later time.
For full consideration, please apply by February 16, 2026.
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: Kathryn Goldfarb
Posting Contact Email: kathryn.goldfarb@colorado.edu