Research Associate

University of Colorado Boulder

$120K — $121K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in a relevant field
  • Experience in a national metrology lab
  • Proficient in microwave metrology
  • Experienced in developing traceable calibration methods for RF systems
  • Listed author on multiple peer-reviewed metrology papers (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to SI-traceable RF power metrology development
  • Validate RF metrology solutions in the WR-6 waveguide band
  • Address national measurement gaps above 75 GHz
  • Reduce reliance on foreign metrology institutes
  • Establish foundations for future calibration services

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental plans
  • Generous paid time off
  • Tuition assistance for employees and dependents
  • ECO Pass for local transit
  • Access to world-class outdoor recreation and academic community
  • Additional perks through the CU Advantage program
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Department of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering (ECEE) at CU Boulder is seeking a Research Associate.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

This research associate will contribute to the development and validation of SI-traceable RF power metrology in the WR-6 waveguide band (110-170 GHz) to address a national measurement gap above 75 GHz and reduce U.S. industry reliance on foreign national metrology institutes, establishing the foundation for a future calibration services.

What We Can Offer

The starting salary range for this position is $120,000-$121,000 per year.

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.

Be Statements

Be excited. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Candidate should have a PhD and experience in a national metrology lab.

What You Will Need

Experience with microwave metrology and the development of traceable calibration methods for RF system.

What We Would Like You to Have

The preferred candidate would be a listed author on several peer-reviewed metrology papers.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

  1. Resume or CV.
  2. Cover Letter.
  3. Reference Letter (Not Confidential)
  4. (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 September 4, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs .

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