Professional Research Assistant

Professional Research Assistant

Requisition Number: 70816

Location: Boulder, Colorado

City: Boulder

State: Colorado

Employment Type: Research Faculty

Schedule: Full-Time

Posting Close Date: 31-Mar-2026

Date Posted: 27-Mar-2026

Job Summary

The Ann and H.J. Smead Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences is seeking a highly motivated research assistant to work on a project investigating methods for secure use of 5G networks in a government/commercial setting. On this project, you will have the opportunity to work with senior faculty and participate in research conducted at the highest level. You will be expected to independently expand your skills and knowledge related to the research.

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 GHOST project is researching ways to enable secure use of foreign cellular systems. In particular, we are researching mechanisms to prevent the use of "digital exhaust" to identify/track individuals or determine organizational patterns of life.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

The successful candidate will assist in the analysis and development of application software that aims to protect the identities, locations, and communication connections of the network users from being identified. Additionally, the software aims to mask any patterns from being identified in network traffic, while also adding a level of noise or "decoy" traffic.

What We Can Offer

The starting salary range for this position is $72,000 - $75,000 annually.

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 excited. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• B.S. in mathematics, engineering, computer science, or a similar field.

What You Will Need

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Desire to learn, share ideas, and communicate with others.
• Openness to new ideas.
• Experience using at least one object-oriented programming language for scientific computing.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Proven competence in higher-level math and computer science courses, and evidence of writing ability.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. (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. However, if your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version (if applicable) as an Optional document.

You may be asked to provide one letter of recommendation later in the search process.For consideration, please apply by March 31, 2026.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.