New

PostDoctoral Associate

University of Colorado
$38000.00-$40000.00
paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, Colorado, Boulder
Oct 07, 2026
Requisition Number: 75267 Location: Boulder, Colorado City Boulder State Colorado Employment Type: Research Faculty Schedule: Part-Time Posting Close Date: 09-Oct-2026 Date Posted: 07-Oct-2026 Close All Job Summary The ORCCA Lab seeks a PostDoctoral Associate to help lead the technical development of the open-source Scarabaeus navigation software package. 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 ORCCA Lab at the University of Colorado Boulder is in the Aerospace Engineering Sciences department and CCAR. We conduct research on astrodynamics and guidance, navigation and control in support of solar system exploration. What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be Support development of the SCB navigation software through technical development (coding, testing) and help guide graduate students working on the project. You will collaborate with other team members within ORCCA and beyond. What We Can Offer The starting salary range for this part-time position is $38,000-$40,000 per year, working 20 hours per week. 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 resourceful. Be game-changing. Be Boulder. What We Require PhD in relevant field. Orbit determination experience. Coding expertise. Knowledge of astrodynamics and spacecraft navigation. 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 name and email address for one professional reference who would be willing to provide a letter of recommendation on your behalf. We will request letters directly from references later in the search process for select candidates. You do not need to provide a letter at the time of applicatin. Please apply by October 9, 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.