Job Details

Bioinformatics and Microbiology Tech

Position Number: 6090808
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Science - Biology

Bioinformatics and Microbiology Tech

Requisition Number: 62084
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Part Time
Posting Close Date: 24-Mar-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology invites applications for a Bioinformatics and Microbiology Tech! The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

EBIO's disciplinary strengths include ecology, evolution, genetics, behavior, biology education research and systematics. Our research programs have relevance for global change, conservation biology, the spread of diseases, and revealing fundamental mechanisms underlying the structural and functional adaptations of organisms.
Research Areas: Our faculty specialize in many fields of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. Interested in learning more? Visit the various research interests of our faculty.
In the Field: Our faculty, students and researchers travel the world to conduct research in ecology and evolution. Learn more about their experiences and stories in our In the Field articles.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Analyze large DNA data sets and run programs like DADA2 in R and statistically analyze large DNA and biogeochemical data sets. Perform sterile technique, microscopy and photo-microscopy and general microbiology lab practices. Write up results from experiments for publication and make publication-quality graphs for publication.

What We Can Offer

The hiring range for this position is $18-22.00 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 ambitious. Be pioneering. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Must be able to analyze large DNA data sets and run programs like DADA2 in R and have experience statistically analyzing large data sets. Must have experience with sterile technique, use of microscopes and general microbiology lab practices. Must have experience with scientific writing and publications. At least a bachelors degree is required.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Resume or CV

During the application process, you will need to enter contact information for a reference. We will request the letter of recommendation immediately following your application.
Review of applications will begin immediately and remain open until March 24th, 2025.
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/Bioinformatics-and-Microbiology-Tech/62084