Biomedical Engineer

Biomedical Engineer

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Biomedical Engineer

Requisition Number:

75361

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

Research Faculty

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

14-Oct-2026

Date Posted:

12-Oct-2026

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Job Summary

Job Summary

The Musculoskeletal Extracellular Matrix Lab, within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at CU Boulder, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to help start a research program studying the effect of Down Syndrome on the material properties of the musculoskeletal system.

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

Who We Are

Musculoskeletal Extracellular Matrix Lab

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Develop and carry out an independent research project that involves mechanical testing, imaging, mass spectrometry, and animal husbandry to determine the effect of Down Syndrome on musculoskeletal tissues.
• Play a direct role in mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.
• Develop and write proposals independently and with others in the lab to support future research.

What We Can Offer

What We Can Offer

$65,000 Annual Salary (NIH postdoctoral stipend)

Benefits

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. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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Be challenged. Be game-changing. Be Boulder.

What We Require

What We Require

• PhD in engineering or biomedical sciences.
• Experience with small rodent handling, confocal imaging and standard biochemical assays.
• Desire to learn new techniques including mass spectrometry and computational analysis of large 'omics data sets.

Special Instructions

Special Instructions

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

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• (Optional) Transcripts/Proof of PhD: 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.

During the application process, you will be asked to provide the name and email address for one reference, from whom we will request a confidential letter of recommendation immediately following the submission of your complete application.

Please apply by October 14, 2026 for full consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email; 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.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu

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