Professional Research Assistant

Position Number: 9716475
Location: Boulder, United States
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Professional Research Assistant

Requisition Number: 73573
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Part Time
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Job Summary

The experimental heavy ion group at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a person to conduct research under the direction of Professors Jamie Nagle and Dennis Perepelitsa. The group is involved in the sPHENIX and ATLAS experimental efforts and has an interest in the future ePIC experiment. The candidate is expected to work on artificial intelligence / machine learning centered efforts that also couple to physics analysis efforts.
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 experimental heavy ion group at the University of Colorado Boulder has leading roles in the sPHENIX experiment at the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider and the ATLAS experiment at the Large Hadron Collider, and is a member of the ePIC experiment at the future Electron Ion Collider. The group is led by Professors Jamie Nagle and Dennis Perepelitsa. We place a strong emphasis on the scientific productivity and career development of junior group members.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

The person will be involved in leading experimental efforts within the research group, which may include artificial intelligence / machine learning centered efforts and physics data analysis.

What You Should Know

The position may be based in Boulder or under special circumstances other locations depending on the particular role, with travel to other locations for experimental work or conferences/workshops as appropriate.

What We Can Offer

The appointment may range from 50% to 100% FTE, with an annual salary range of $40k-55k.
Moving reimbursement for up to $1,000. Payment contingent on actual expenses incurred.

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.

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What We Require

An undergraduate degree in physics or in a related field with relevant experience in artificial intelligence / machine learning with applications in physics.
During the application process you will need to enter contact information for one reference. Please arrange for them to be equally sent to the following email: jamie.nagle@colorado.edu
Review of the applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position(s) are filled. For any questions, please contact jamie.nagle@colorado.edu

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Resume or CV
Cover letter addressed to the Search Committee briefly describing your qualifications, professional goals, and specific interest in this position.

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 a reference who may be contacted to provide a letter of recommendation and additional materials, if needed, as the search progresses.

For full consideration, please apply by August 15, 2026. The position will remain posted until filled.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply 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/73573

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