Job Summary
There is a laboratory Teaching Assistant position available in the
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Department.
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
EBIO's disciplinary strengths include ecology, evolution,
genetics, behavior, biology education research and systematics. Our
research programs have relevance for global change, conservation
biology, the spread of diseases, and revealing fundamental
mechanisms underlying the structural and functional adaptations of
organisms.
Research Areas: Our faculty specialize in many fields of
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. Interested in learning more?
Visit the various research interests of our faculty.
In the Field: Our faculty, students and researchers travel
the world to conduct research in ecology and evolution. Learn more
about their experiences and stories in our In the Field
articles.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
- Responsible for teaching General Biology lab sections for Fall
2026.
- Teach laboratory sections of General Biology 1 Labs, supervise
and lead quiz and discussion sections, grade class assignments,
serve as course assistant, or perform comparable activities.
What You Should Know
- This position works closely with a faculty course coordinator
which regular preparatory meetings during the semester.
What We Can Offer
The salary for this 75% position is $22,755.
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. Explore additional perks and programs through
the
CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
Be ambitious. Be pioneering. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- Applicant is a recent graduate of the Ecology and Evolutionary
Biology graduate program, has 5 academic years of experience
teaching undergraduate laboratory courses and demonstrated
expertise of general biology concepts.
What You Will Need
- Demonstrated mastery of foundational biology principles
relevant to undergraduate instruction, proficiency with standard
laboratory procedures and equipment, ability to explain complex
scientific concepts, ability to prepare laboratory materials
following established protocols.
Special Instructions
Please contact the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Department at
ebiograd@colorado.edu with interest and qualifications for
position.
The position will remain posted until
August 19, 2026.
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: Stephanie Anguiano-Zarate
Posting Contact Email: ebiograd@colorado.edu
