• Temporary Researcher

    University of Colorado (Boulder, CO)


    Temporary Researcher

    **Requisition Number:** 64648

    **Location:** Boulder Colorado

    **Employment Type:** Research Faculty

    **Schedule:** Part Time

    **Posting Close Date:** 28-May-2025

    Date Posted:

    Job Summary

    The Department of Chemistry at the University of Colorado Boulder is seeking to hire a Temporary Researcher to support the lab of Dr. Xiang Wang. The researcher will maintain HTS core facility supplies and purchase orders and will be responsible for waste disposal. This position will conduct designed experiments on the discovery, characterization, and mechanistic studies of resistance-mitigating agents. In addition, the individual will also be responsible for preparing lab reports and sections of research proposals. 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

    + Maintaining HTS core facility supplies and purchase orders

    + Ensuring proper waste disposal

    + Conducting designed experiments on the discovery, characterization, and mechanistic studies of resistance-mitigating agents

    + Preparing lab reports and sections of research proposals

    What You Should Know

    + This is a 50% appointment, expected to work 20 hours per week.

     

    What We Can Offer

     

    The hourly rate for this position is $25.00.

     

    Benefits

     

    Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave (https://www.colorado.edu/hr/leave#sick-89) .

     

    Be Statements

     

    Be ambitious. Be pioneering. Be Boulder.

    What We Require

    + Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry or Chemistry

    + Two years of experience in organic synthesis and microbiology

     

    Special Instructions

    To apply, please submit the following materials:

    1. Cover Letter

    2. Resume/CV

     

    During the application process you will need to enter contact information for **a reference** who can write a letter of recommendation on your behalf. We will request letters and additional materials, if needed, as the search progresses.

     

    Please apply by **May 28, 2025** for consideration.

     

    Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs. (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/)

     

    To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Temporary-Researcher/64648 (https://apptrkr.com/6249553)

     

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    The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.