Job Details

PostDoctoral Associate

Position Number: 9722816
Location: Boulder, United States
Position Type: Engineering - Electrical

PostDoctoral Associate

Requisition Number: 73569
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 02-Aug-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

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

Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering (ECEE) at CU Boulder is the premier undergraduate and graduate program in Colorado by reputation, rankings and size. Nationally, we are ranked 17th among public electrical engineering graduate programs, and 14th among public computer engineering graduate programs by U.S. News and World Report.

Our number of required and elective undergraduate laboratory courses is among the highest of any engineering college in the country. Our students say the hands-on laboratory component greatly improves understanding of lecture concepts, and industry recruiters confirm that the value of our graduates is definitely increased by their laboratory experiences.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Conduct research in acoustics and electron-phonon devices.
Co-mentor students and lead a sub-group of graduate students.
Prepare proposals.
Use research to provide instructional support for courses under direction of the faculty supervisor.

What We Can Offer

The starting salary range for this position is $63,000 - $77,000 annually. Up to $2,500 in relocation expenses may be available within department guidelines.

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 collaborative. Be resourceful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.

What You Will Need

Expertise in acoustics, electromagnetics, finite element modeling, nanofabrication, experimental design and characterization of nanoscale acoustic devices.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Resume or CV.
Cover Letter.
Reference Letter (Not Confidential)
(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 August 2, 2026 for consideration.

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

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.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/PostDoctoral-Associate/73569