Job Details

Temporary Researcher

Position Number: 7179440
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Engineering - Aerospace

Temporary Researcher

Requisition Number: 72129
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Part Time
Posting Close Date: 26-May-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Aerospace Mechanics Research Center (AMReC) is seeking a part-time, temporary researcher. This position is responsible for conducting theoretical and computational investigations into the mechanical and thermal effects of solid and liquid particles impacting surfaces of hypersonic vehicles. Graduate-level knowledge in solid and fluid mechanics and heat transfer is required, as well as knowledge in computational methods, namely the finite element method. Candidates with experience in coding in MATLAB, Python, and/or C++ are preferred.
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 Aerospace Mechanics Research Center (AMReC) is a leader in the development of computational analysis and design optimization methods for complex single- and coupled multi-field problems. This work is complemented by research on high-performance parallel computing strategies, uncertainty quantification, and machine learning. Several methods pioneered by AMReC faculty have become standard tools in academia and industry.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

This position is responsible for conducting theoretical and computational investigations into the mechanical and thermal effects of solid and liquid particles impacting surfaces of hypersonic vehicles.

What You Should Know

The position requires in-person work at the CU Boulder campus. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment; candidates must already be legally authorized to work in the United States.

What We Can Offer

The hire rate for this part-time position will be $18.00 - $20.00 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 excited. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Bachelor of Science degree in aerospace engineering or a closely related field.

What You Will Need

BS-level knowledge of fluid and solid mechanics, and numerical methods to solve ordinary and partial differential equations; ability to develop technical reports and documents.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials as individual files:

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. However, if your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version (if applicable) as an Optional document.

One letter of recommendation will be required from the final candidate. We will request this letter later in the search process.

For consideration, please apply by May 26, 2026.

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

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Temporary-Researcher/72129