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$89K - $250K/yr

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How much do research associate biotech jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for research associate biotech in Colorado is $34.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.55 and $38.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a research associate biotech?

A Research Associate in Biotechnology is responsible for conducting experiments, analyzing data, and supporting scientific research in areas such as pharmaceuticals, genetics, and molecular biology. They work in laboratories, using advanced equipment and techniques to develop new products, improve existing processes, or contribute to scientific discoveries. Typical tasks include preparing samples, running assays, documenting results, and collaborating with scientists and engineers. This role requires a strong background in biology, chemistry, or a related field, along with attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a research associate biotech?

As a Research Associate in Biotech, your daily responsibilities often include conducting laboratory experiments, preparing and analyzing samples, recording and interpreting data, and maintaining detailed lab notebooks. You may also be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of laboratory equipment and adhering to strict safety and quality protocols. Collaboration is common, so you’ll regularly interact with scientists, lab managers, and other team members to discuss findings or help design new experiments. This role offers variety and the chance to actively contribute to innovative research projects that could advance new biotechnological solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the research associate biotech position?

To thrive as a Research Associate in Biotech, you need a solid background in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field—typically supported by a bachelor's or master’s degree. Experience with laboratory techniques such as PCR, cell culture, and analytical instrumentation, as well as familiarity with data analysis software and laboratory information management systems, is often required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork and communication skills set candidates apart. These competencies are crucial for ensuring high-quality research results, maintaining lab safety, and driving successful collaboration within scientific teams.

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Infographic showing various Research Associate Biotech job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,172 per year, or $34.2 per hour.

Associate Technical Staff

Nou Systems Inc

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

$60K - $118K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Description:  Associate Technical Staff are mid-level professionals with a solid understanding of technical concepts and skills. They have completed relevant education or training programs and have gained initial practical experience. They work under moderate supervision, supporting projects and troubleshooting as needed. They may lead small areas of technical projects, and actively seek hands-on experience and training to further refine and enhance their skills.  

Training, Certifications, Recognition:  Assumes all lower-level training.  

Minimum Degree: BS

Minimum Years Experience: 1

Equivalent Years Experience: 5

Substitute Years for Education: Yes

Annual Salary Range: $56,200 - $118,600

nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is now officially a 100% ESOP company! We value teamwork and collaboration, and this transition allows us to take that commitment to a new level. nSI empowers our customers by supplying products, services, and expertise with powerful, data driven insights that transform defense systems and improve capabilities.

We are pleased to announce the immediate need for a Hardware Engineer, who will join our Ground Based Radar (GBR) Maintenance and Sustainment Services (GMASS) team in Colorado Springs, CO and become part of our rapidly growing technology company operating in missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, biotechnology, and space control marketspaces. You will be part of a team known for performing operational maintenance and sustainment of ground-based radars critical to US and Allied strategic Missile Warning (MW), Missile Defense (MD), and Space Domain Awareness (SDA).

Responsibilities: 

You will be conducting research, design, development, and testing of information processing hardware such as computer chips, circuit boards, computer systems, and electrical components. You will design new or modify existing products, develop technical specifications for production, analyze hardware configuration and processing solutions, and test hardware conformance to specifications. Work may encompass one or several areas of engineering including electronic design, mechanical design, reliability engineering or other related fields. You will be responsible for establishing and conducting testing routines, developing or executing project plans, budgets, and schedules, and developing documentation of work and results.

You will be providing Engineering and Technical Assistance Support, Maintenance Planning & Management, Design Interface, Sustaining Engineering, and Incremental Sustainment Services to the United States Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) Strategic Warning and Surveillance Systems Delta.

Basic Qualifications:

  • You must have a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field. Technology or Electrical Engineering degree preferred.
  • You must have full-time professional experience in areas such as: Radar Maintenance, System Administration, Radar Operator, Computer Maintenance and Operations.
  • You must possess or can obtain an active Secret clearance.
  • You must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for this position.

Lacking any one of these disqualifies you from this job.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with design, integration, and transitioning products from development to production, and obsolescence management.
  • Experience performing Failure Modes Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) analysis and recommendations.
  • Experience compiling and analyzing performance reports and process control statistics; investigating and analyzing relevant variables potentially affecting products and processes.
  • Experience recommending design or test methods and statistical process control procedures for achieving required levels of product reliability.
  • Experience with system level hardware and facilities equipment installation, integration, and problem solving.
  • Experience developing safety analysis for systems/subsystems, identify safety hazards and recommending safety requirements to system design and operations to mitigate safety risks.
  • Experience analyzing hardware configuration and processing solutions for projects and testing hardware conformance to specifications.
  • Experience with mitigating hardware obsolescence issues.
  • Experience utilizing engineering drawings and technical manuals for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment.
  • Experience supporting integration, installation, test and documentation of new and/or modified capabilities into systems.
  • Experience providing Operations and Sustainment (O&S) hardware support of the Upgraded Early Warning Radars (UEWR) located at Beale, Cape Cod, Thule, Clear, and Fylingdales.
  • Experience providing obsolescence Engineering research and analysis on commercial-off-the-shelf and non-commercial hardware assets within the Ballistic Missile Early Warning System (BMEWS)/PAVE PAWS (PP) subsystems.
  • Knowledge and experience working with Industry and Government Standards such as: DO-160, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-704, DO-254, DO-178, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-1760, and Universal Armament Interface (UAI).
  • Ability to support system integration, test, development, and execution of various types of complex communications systems.
  • Develops technical solutions to complex problems, which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
  • Provide lab and site integration, test, and maintenance support.
  • Participate in troubleshooting systems to resolve complex issues, interact, and coordinate with engineers responsible for sustaining sub-systems.
  • Previous SENSOR or SMORS program support.

 nou (pronounced ‘new’) Systems:

Since its founding in 2012, nou Systems has built a reputation for excellence in innovative engineering, prototype development, and technical and professional services in multiple markets, including missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control. Our diverse and highly skilled team delivers state-of-the-art products from concepts and prototypes to fully developed and integrated solutions.

We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high-tech company. Our culture is firmly established in treating our employees like family.

Benefits of working at nSI

nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status but the majority of our positions include the following:

  • Competitive Wages*
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
  • Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Norton LifeLock 
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.