Job Details

Research Scientist

Position Number: 6836958
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Engineering - Mechanical

Research Scientist

Requisition Number: 69290
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Part Time
Posting Close Date: 09-Jan-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Department of Mechanical Engineering welcomes applications for Temporary Research Scientist to support ongoing biomaterials and tissue engineering research by designing and fabricating 3D stereolithography-printed hydrogel constructs using customized soft polymer systems. The role involves executing cell culture studies, performing immunohistochemistry and quantitative biological analyses, and contributing to data interpretation and documentation in a collaborative research environment. Anticipated start date Jan. 26, 2026.
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 Tan Lab within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at CU-Boulder.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

This research position involves performing 3D stereolithography (SLA) printing using customized soft polymer hydrogel materials based on defined extracellular matrix (ECM) blueprints. Responsibilities include preparing and printing hydrogel constructs, conducting cell culture evaluations of the printed materials under sterile conditions, and performing immunohistochemistry analyses along with other quantitative biological assessments to evaluate material-cell interactions and functional outcomes.

What We Can Offer

The hire rate for this temporary, part-time position will be $40.00-$45.00 per hour.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

Be Statements

Be authentic. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

PhD in engineering.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Current Resume/CV
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. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version (if applicable) as an Optional attachment.

Please apply by January 9, 2026 for full consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Research-Scientist/69290