New

PostDoctoral Associate

University of Colorado
$60000.00-$70000.00
paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, Colorado, Boulder
Sep 16, 2026
Requisition Number: 74858 Location: Boulder, Colorado City Boulder State Colorado Employment Type: Research Faculty Schedule: Full-Time Posting Close Date: 18-Sep-2026 Date Posted: 16-Sep-2026 Close All Job Summary The Colorado Center for Astrodynamics Research (CCAR) is seeking a PostDoctoral Associate. 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 Colorado Center for Astrodynamics Research (CCAR) at the University of Colorado Boulder. What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be Conduct research on the use of GNSS reflectometry (GNSS-R) and other remote sensing observations for monitoring water resources-such as snow water equivalent, soil moisture, and streamflow-in mountainous watersheds such as the Colorado River headwaters, and to integrate these observations with hydrologic and hydroclimate models to improve water resource characterization and prediction. Collaborate with a group of research associates, postdocs, and PhD students with diverse engineering and science background in the Center, the Aerospace Engineering Sciences Department at the University, and the broader Earth science and remote sensing research and education community in Boulder, Colorado. What You Should Know The anticipated start date is November 1, 2025. The appointment will run through 10/31/2027, but may be extended pending funding. What We Can Offer The starting salary range for this position will be $60,000-$70,000 annually. 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. Be Statements Be excited. Be impactful. Be Boulder. What We Require Applicants should hold a PhD in engineering or a related science discipline (such as aerospace, civil and environmental, geodesy, physics, geology, etc.) and have experience in hydrology, hydroclimate modeling, or remote sensing of the water cycle. What We Would Like You to Have Knowledge of GIS and geospatial data processing (e.g., QGIS/ArcGIS), coding in Matlab and/or Python, and good communication skills are preferred. A background in hydrologic and land surface modeling (e.g., VIC, HEC-RAS, or similar tools) and evaluation of climate/reanalysis model output against observations, experiences in field data collection and processing of hydrologic or environmental datasets, publishing and proposal writing, and independent research skills are desired. Special Instructions To apply, please submit the following materials as individual files: Cover Letter Resume/CV (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. 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 names and email addresses for two references, from whom we may request confidential letters of recommendation later in the search process. Please apply by September 18, 2026 for full consideration. 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.