• Temporary Researcher

    University of Colorado (Boulder, CO)


    Temporary Researcher

    **Requisition Number:** 67770

    **Location:** Boulder Colorado

    **Employment Type:** Research Faculty

    **Schedule:** Full Time

    **Posting Close Date:** 09-Oct-2025

    Date Posted:

    Job Summary

    The Department of Chemistry at the University of Colorado Boulder welcomes applications for a Temporary Researcher. Researcher will be developing protocols to sample the conformation ensemble and kinetic connectivity for intrinsically disordered proteins using a mixture of state-of-the-art artificial learning techniques, molecular dynamics simulations, and kinetic models like Markov State Model and our group's noise-resilient, integrated generalized master equation, UGME. 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

    + Generate simulation data, analyze it, interpret it, produce presentations on it.

    + Disseminate the knowledge generated via peer-reviewed publications.

     

    What We Can Offer

     

    The hiring rate for this position is $25 per hour.

     

    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

    + A bachelor's degree in chemistry.

    + Experience in coding in Python, molecular dynamics simulations, AlphaFold, and kinetic analysis.

     

    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 **October 9th, 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/67770 (https://apptrkr.com/6630291)

     

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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.