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JILA is encouraging applications for a Professional Research Assistant to join our JILA Electronics Shop. 

This position is a highly collaborative team-based position which will engage with a variety of scientists and students to provide technical, consulting and design services which advance JILA research. In addition to technical support, frequent interaction with scientists and students to expand the knowledge and skills related to analog electronic design, consultation, repair, test, and production. 

Essential Job Function:  Specialized Technical Support for Institute Electronics Research; Provides Consulting, Education, and Communication on Electronics Research Design.

• Construct and test new equipment to meet stringent specifications from JILA Scientists
• Produce custom-made items on short notice utilizing such tools as a drill press, mill machine, soldering equipment, and other shop equipment
• Provide mentoring and instruction to JILA students and other shop customers. This includes frequent walk-in inquiries, guidance on electronics design options, and follow-up communication with various JILA members
• Seek out and learn new technologies and skills to support current and future research project needs
• In coordination with Electronics Engineers, support students and researchers with electronics production and design needs
• Follow technical guidance from Electronics Engineers around analog and digital skill sets to develop design, testing, and repair of electronics devices

Salary range: $62,000 - $86,000 Depending on experience, skills, and education.

• Practical understanding and experience in electronics production, testing, maintenance, repair, and/or design; and familiarity with associated technical equipment
• Excellent communication, customer service and collaboration skills. JILA is a teaching and research institute: encouraging and fostering curiosity, collaboration, and respectful interactions are crucial to excellent individual and organizational outcomes
• Competency in surface mount soldering
• Able to see and manipulate small electronic components, to operate various machinery for electronics, and to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn new technologies and skills and share knowledge
• Commitment to working in a collaborative, positive, inclusive and instructive environment
• Willingness and skill instructing and aiding research students and faculty by meeting members where they are at in individual skill and knowledge levels
• Ability to effectively communicate via email
• Ability to use basic office software (like Word and Excel) and associated technical applications
• Self-motivated and a team-player
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully verbally and in writing
• Commitment to efficient practices and procedures, with openness to agreeable solutions for all stakeholders

• Supply, inventory and order practices in a research environment
• Vendor equipment acquisition
• Project management and workflow best practices

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. Resume or CV.
2. Cover Letter. In the cover letter, please include a brief description of an electronics project you supported in one or more facets of production, design, repair, and/or testing.

(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.

Please apply by 8/22/2026 for consideration. 

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.