Senior Scientist

CU Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition assistance

ECO Pass for local transit

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The Brumbaugh lab at CU Boulder is seeking a Research Associate for a position combining research and administrative duties in molecular and developmental biology. The role is part-time and starts as soon as possible after posting.

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential, with lab experience preferred. Responsibilities include coordinating plasmid/cell line repositories, biosafety and animal protocols, vendor communications, and helping manage experimental design and project

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree in molecular biology, developmental biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• 3+ years of postdoctoral experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate lab repositories of plasmids and cell lines.
• Organize biosafety certification and animal husbandry protocols.
• Introduce incoming lab members to common laboratory practices and safety guidelines.
• Oversee ordering of research items.
• Communicate with vendor representatives regarding orders.
• Maintain common lab reagents, equipment, and consumables.
• Unpack and distribute orders upon arrival.
• Design and execute experiments.
• Contribute to project management.
• Develop research technology.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Education

PhD in molecular biology or related field

Tools

Laboratory safety protocols

Job description

Requisition Number: 74599

Location: Boulder, Colorado

City: Boulder

State: Colorado

Employment Type: Research Faculty

Schedule: Part-Time

Posting Close Date: 07-Sep-2026

Date Posted: 02-Sep-2026

Job Summary

The Brumbaugh lab is seeking enthusiastic and talented applicants for an open Research Associate position. This position would include both research and administrative opportunities. The ideal candidate would be highly organized and possess strong interpersonal skills. Lab experience, particularly in the areas of molecular biology, developmental biology is preferred. Position will look to start as soon as possible after posting closes and candidate is selected. 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 Brumbaugh lab is part of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at the University of Colorado-Boulder. We ask fundamental questions about early development and stem cell biology with the ultimate goal of improving human health and driving scientific discovery. Check out our website for more information: https://www.colorado.edu/lab/brumbaugh/

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Administrative Duties

• Coordinate lab repositories of plasmids and cell lines
• Organize biosafety certification and animal husbandry protocols
• Introduce incoming lab members to common laboratory practices and safety guidelines
• Oversee ordering of research items
• Communicate with vendor representatives regarding orders

Wet Lab Duties

• Maintain common lab reagents, equipment, and consumables
• Unpack and distribute orders upon arrival
• Design and execute experiments
• Contribute to project management
• Develop research technology

What We Can Offer

The salary range for this position is $40,000 - $72,000 annually depending on percentage of time up to 90% (34 hours per week) and experience.

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.

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What We Require

• PhD or equivalent degree in molecular biology, developmental biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• 3 or more years of postdoctoral experience.

What You Will Need

• A working knowledge of basic software (word, excel, PowerPoint).
• A strong interest in developmental and molecular biology.