Research

The University Of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Non-benefited

Flexible hours

Job summary

The University of Denver is seeking part-time, non-benefited positions to support diverse sponsored and non-sponsored research across campus. Roles include Research Technician, Research Assistant, Research Associate, and Research Scientist, with up to 1,000 hours per calendar year.

Essential functions include project management, evaluation and data analysis, grant writing, and collaboration with teams. Applicants should have relevant research experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Professional experience, training or education in area of research specificity.
• Proven potential for success in area of research.
• Required qualifications will vary for each position type.

Responsibilities

• Project management.
• Evaluation, design, implementation, and support of research projects.
• Data analysis and interpretation.
• Participation in grant writing.

Skills

Research skills

Statistical analysis

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Experience in research

Job description

Job no: 498613
Work type: Staff Part-Time
Location: Denver, CO
Categories: Research
Division: HR and Inclusive Community

Position Summary

This posting serves for a range of positions that support sponsored and non-sponsored research across campus. Research roles maintain ongoing research projects, support and management. Positions can include:

• Research Technician
• Research Assistant
• Research Associate
• Research Scientist

These are non-benefited, part-time positions not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.

Essential Functions

• Project management.
• Evaluation, design, implementation, and support of research projects.
• Data analysis and interpretation.
• Participation in grant writing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Research skills specific to research project.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and interpretation.
• Ability to manage time and deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills to include verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and on teams.

Required Qualifications

• Professional experience, training or education in area of research specificity.
• Proven potential for success in area of research.

Please note that the required qualifications will vary for each position type.

Work Schedule

Part-time, hours will vary depending upon position.

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Hourly Range

The hourly range for this position is $19.29 - $55.00.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits

The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver .

Please include the following documents with your application:

• Resume

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis ofrace, color, national origin,ancestry,age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteranstatus, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act;the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act;the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Workers' Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver’s Non-Discrimination Statement .

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

Advertised: February 16, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled

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