Temporary Researcher
Requisition Number:
67994
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
Research Faculty
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
20-Oct-2025
Date Posted:
16-Oct-2025
Job Summary
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Colorado Boulder welcomes applications for a part-time Temporary Researcher. Researcher will support ongoing research projects with the focus on biochemical and biophysical characterization of protein aggregation.
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
As one of the nation's top-ranked Tier 1 research institutions, the Department of Chemistry is internationally recognized for its outstanding research efforts and education. The Chemistry faculty conduct research in all areas of chemistry, including analytical, materials and nanoscience, organic, and physical chemistry. The Department of Chemistry is a part of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder, whose faculty conduct research, scholarship, creative work, and education in more than 60 fields. The college leads nationally in undergraduate and graduate education, bringing world-class research and scholarship to our students, both in and out of the classroom. The college is the academic home to all five of the university’s Nobel laureates. Additionally, it is home to the university’s four National Medal of Science winners, eight MacArthur "Genius Award" winners, 100 Fulbright Scholars, 17 Guggenheim Fellows, 14 Packard Fellows, 24 members of the National Academy of Sciences, and 23 members of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. CU-Boulder is the only university in the Rocky Mountain region in the American Association of Universities, a group of the nation’s leading research institutions.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
- Perform daily lab maintenance
- Mammalian or bacterial cell culture processes
- Use of standard molecular biology techniques for protein characterization
- Protein chemistry
What We Can Offer
The hourly rate for this temporary position is $18.90
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
BS or BA in neuroscience, life sciences, or related field.
What We Would Like You to Have
Six (6) months of hands-on laboratory experience.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- Resume or CV
- Cover letter
- Reference Letter(s) (Not Confidential)
Please apply by October 20, 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