[ES_JOBS_NET] Senior Research Scientist, INSTAAR, Univ. of Colorado Boulder

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

Senior Research Scientist
https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Senior-Research-Scientist/73233



Requisition Number:

73233

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

Research Faculty

Schedule:

Part-Time

Posting Close Date:

09-Jul-2026

Date Posted:

07-Jul-2026
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 Job Summary
Job Summary

This position is for a Senior Research Scientist (Research Associate). The
Senior Research Scientist would be expected to develop an independent
research program in-line with INSTAAR’s research themes and goals.
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
Who We Are

As the University's oldest institute, INSTAAR has a long history of
responding to pressing environmental issues including climate change. Our
traditional focus has been on alpine, Arctic, and Antarctic regions, where
effects of global change are especially pronounced. In recent decades, our
research has broadened to include environmental challenges that span local,
regional, and global scales. INSTAAR’s research activities integrate field
studies, state-of-the-art laboratory experiments, sample analysis, and
numerical and laboratory modeling. Our field sites are located across all
seven continents and the world's oceans.

Our expertise across disciplines helps us generate influential science that
can inform public and policy decisions and move us toward a more
sustainable society. INSTAAR's national and international research
leadership is augmented by exceptional strength in graduate education and
bringing undergraduates into the research process.
 What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Build an independent research program by securing research grants focused
on:

   - Applied knowledge of oceanic, atmospheric, Hydrologic methods,
   ecosystem-climate interactions processes, observations, technologies, and
   modeling to enable understanding of variability in the Earth system.
   - Developing models forEarth system interactions
   - Other research topics in-line with INSTAAR’s research themes and goals.
   - Manage research as outlined in research grants following all institute
   and university guidelines and requirements.
   - Prepare manuscripts, datasets, and presentations for high-impact
   journals and conferences.
   - Contribute to an inclusive and ethical community of scholars in
   INSTAAR.

 What We Can Offer
What We Can Offer

$8,000/year - $9,000/year at 3.61% FTE.
 Benefits
Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder <https://www.colorado.edu/>, we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive benefits package
<https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits> 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
<https://advantage.cu.edu/campus/cu-boulder> program.
 Be Statements
Be Statements
Be ambitious. Be groundbreaking. Be Boulder.
 What We Require
What We Require

   - PhD in Earth science or similar field.
   - At least two years of experience of postdoctoral research (or
   equivalent) post-PhD in a field relevant to Earth science.
   - Evidence of independent research post-PhD including successful
   proposal writing and publishing in peer reviewed journals.

 What You Will Need
What You Will Need

   - Ability to think creatively about interdisciplinary aspects of Earth
   system science.
   - Ability to apply for research grants independently and manage those
   grants post-award.
   - Ability to communicate effectively with institute staff.

 What We Would Like You to Have
What We Would Like You to Have

   - Expertise in Hydrologic methods and ecosystem-climate interaction.
   - Earth System Model development experience.

 Special Instructions
Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

   1. Resume or CV.
   2. Cover Letter.

(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 as an Optional document.

Please apply by 7/9/2026 for consideration.

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

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.
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