"Professional Research Assistant"

Job Summary

The Department of Electrical, Computer, and Energy Engineering (ECEE) is seeking a Professional Research Assistant.

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

ECEE at CU Boulder is an outstanding undergraduate and graduate program in Colorado by reputation, rankings and size! We are also:

• Part of one of the top-ranked engineering schools in the nation.
• Our undergraduate electrical engineering program was ranked No. 16 among our public peers in U.S. News and World Report's Best Engineering Programs for 2024.
• We are ranked No. 16 among public computer engineering programs and No. 17 among public electrical engineering programs in U.S. News and World Report's Best Graduate Schools for 2024.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Developing software code to operate micro-controller system for scientific field equipment; developing data acquisition code on the Raspberry Pi controller, including peak finding and signal averaging.

What We Can Offer

The starting salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000 per year.

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 engaged. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Astronomy or Engineering.

What You Will Need

Experience with Python, C++, C#, Bash, LaTeX, Git, UNIX/Linux, Windows, numerical modeling, data visualization, and technical documentation.

What We Would Like You to Have

Experience with MATLAB and shell scripting.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. Current Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Reference Letter(s)
4. (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 an English-translated version (if applicable) as an Optional attachment.

Please apply by October 17, 2025 for full consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted 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.