Job Details

Professional Research Assistant

Position Number: 7077398
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Professional Research Assistant

Requisition Number: 71175
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 15-Apr-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The University of Colorado Boulder Department of Integrative Physiology seeks an enthusiastic and highly motivated Professional Research Assistant (PRA) to join a collaborative research team spanning the Sleep, Inflammation, and Neuropathology (SIN) Lab and the OG Lab: Brain State Dynamics and Sleep Biophysics.

This position supports innovative, NIH- and DoD-funded research investigating how sleep and neuroimmune processes interact to influence brain function, particularly following traumatic brain injury and in models of neurological disease. The successful candidate will contribute to multidisciplinary projects integrating behavioral neuroscience, neuroinflammation, and systems-level sleep physiology using preclinical rodent models.
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 Department of Integrative Physiology at the University of Colorado Boulder is a dynamic and collaborative research environment spanning molecular, systems, and translational physiology. The SIN Lab and OG Lab work at the intersection of sleep biology, neuroimmunology, and neural circuit dynamics, leveraging advanced approaches to understand how brain states are regulated in health and disease.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Rodent handling, husbandry, and colony management.
Rodent manipulations including drug administration and surgical procedures (e.g., EEG implantation, electrophysiology).
Biochemical assays for protein and nucleic acid quantification.
Immunohistochemistry of brain tissue.
Fluorescence and light microscopy.
Data collection, management, and reporting of experimental results.
Statistical analysis and data visualization.
Maintenance and organization of laboratory records, logs, and notebooks.

What You Should Know

The position is expected to begin June 1st, 2026.
This is a full-time research position designed for individuals seeking hands-on experience in neuroscience, sleep research, and translational physiology.
The role provides extensive training in experimental design, data analysis, and modern neuroscience techniques within a highly collaborative lab environment.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary for this full-time position is $44,000.
Full benefits through the University of Colorado, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefits, and ECO Pass.
Mentored training in cutting-edge neuroscience techniques.
Opportunities for professional development, including conference participation and scientific presentation.

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 ambitious. Be inspired. Be Boulder.

What We Require

B.A. or B.S. in Physiology, Neuroscience, Biology, or a related field.
At least one year of research experience.
Experience with data handling.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative research team.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Resume/CV.
Cover Letter.
Optional: 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 a translated version as an optional attachment.

During the application process you will need to enter contact information for one reference who can write a letter of recommendation on your behalf. We will request a letter, if needed, as the search progresses.

Please apply by April 15th, 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/Professional-Research-Assistant/71175