Professional Research Assistant

Job Summary

A Professional Research Assistant position is available in the
Department of Biochemistry at University of Colorado Boulder

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

Since 1986, Biochemistry at the University of Colorado at Boulder
has offered a world-class interdisciplinary research environment in
a beautiful mountain setting. Faculty include a Nobel Laureate,
five members of the National Academy of Sciences, three Howard
Hughes Investigators, and many other esteemed scientists who have
established themselves as research leaders within
biochemistry.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Key responsibilities will be to support the Biochemistry Core
Research Facilities, which minimally include the Shared
Instrumentation Pool, the Cell Culture Facility, the Electron
Microscopy Facility, the BioFrontiers Light Microscopy Facility,
and support for Core Facility billing. Responsibilities will
include (but are not limited to): data entry, setting up barcoding
for signing out consumables and instrument usage, keeping
facilities and instruments clean, replacing gas tanks, maintaining
inventories, organizing shared spaces, stocking consumables,
dealing with biohazard waste, decontaminating equipment, testing
autoclaves.

What You Should Know

Desired Start Date: 01/04/2027, or earlier.

What We Can Offer

$42,000 - $45,000 annual salary. Potential for up to $2,000
reimbursement for relocation expenses.

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. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of
Forbes' America's Best
Large Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado
and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and
programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be creative. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry or a related field.

What You Will Need

Experience with general experimental laboratory techniques.

Special Instructions

To apply please submit the following materials:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Reference Letter(s) (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. If your degree was obtained outside of the
United States, please submit a translated version (if applicable)
as an optional attachment.

For consideration, please apply by November 30, 2026.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For
consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in
any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying
information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting
or removing this information.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu