PostDoctoral Associate

University of Colorado Boulder
  • Boulder, CO
  • $80,000–$85,000 Per Year
2 days ago

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PostDoctoral Associate

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PostDoctoral Associate

Requisition Number:

75672

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

Research Faculty

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

15-Dec-2026

Date Posted:

27-Oct-2026

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Job Summary

Job Summary

A postdoctoral position in theoretical computer science is available to work with Huck Bennett at the University of Colorado Boulder. The postdoc will perform research independently, with the PI, and with the PI's group on topics including lattices, error-correcting codes, fine-grained complexity, algebraic and geometric algorithms, and more.

The position starts in Fall 2027. It comes with one year of guaranteed funding, with the possibility of extending to a second year contingent on the PI's funding and the postdoc meeting performance expectations.

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

Founded in 1970, the Department of Computer Science at CU Boulder is passionate about real-world, interdisciplinary experiences for our students. Our researchers are making advances in computer science today that will change the world tomorrow. Via the Partnership Program, the department is now helping CU to support higher education across the state of Colorado.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

  • Perform research in theoretical computer science.
  • Help mentor students in the PI's group.

What We Can Offer

What We Can Offer

A 12-month salary between $80,000 and $85,000.

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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What We Require

What We Require

  • A Ph.D. in computer science, mathematics, or a closely related field awarded by the time of the start date.
  • A track record of publishing in leading theoretical computer science or cryptography venues, including conferences such as STOC, FOCS, SODA, ICALP, CCC, ITCS, CRYPTO, EUROCRYPT, ASIACRYPT, and TCC and journals like JACM, SIDMA, SIAM Journal of Computing, and IEEE Transactions on Information Theory.
  • The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

What We Would Like You to Have

What We Would Like You to Have

  • A background in one or more topics among lattices, error-correcting codes, fine-grained complexity, and algebraic and geometric algorithms. We will also consider backgrounds in algorithms and computational complexity broadly construed, as well as in post-quantum cryptography.
  • The position is not for researchers who are primarily working in machine learning, artificial intelligence, or aspects of cryptography unrelated to the PI's work.

Special Instructions

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

  • Current academic resume/CV.
  • Cover letter explaining your interest in this position.
  • Research statement detailing your past and present work, and plans for future work.
  • (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.

During the application process, you will be asked to provide the names and email addresses for three references who would be willing to provide letters of recommendation on your behalf. For candidates who reach the later stages of consideration, we will request these letters directly from your references - you will not be asked to provide letters at the time of application.

For consideration, please apply by December 15, 2026.

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.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu

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Salary$80,000–$85,000 Per Year

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