Temp Hydrogel Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary
Applications are invited to fill a Temporary Researcher position to aid in the engineering of photo-responsive hydrogel systems, used to study how spatiotemporal mechanical cues direct tissue organization and development in intestinal organoid models. This project is led by Distinguished Professor Kristi Anseth in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder.
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 Anseth Group specializes in the development of innovative biomaterials for engineered cell culture and tissue regeneration. Our primary focus is on decoding cell-material interactions and developing systems and techniques to investigate these processes. We influence cellular activity across timescales using engineering concepts and modeling, with targets ranging from molecular to macroscopic. To modulate responses such as proliferation, differentiation, and extracellular matrix deposition, we design well-defined biomaterial niches with programmed mechanics and bioactivity.
Investigations on tailored cell carriers for therapeutic applications, hydrogel-based super-resolution microscopy, and models of homeostasis and pathology are all part of our research. Explore our website and learn more about our lab!
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Perform research/scholarship under direct mentorship
• Collect, curate, and present data at regular lab meetings
• Attend "Responsible Conduct of Research" training

What We Can Offer
This temporary position will pay $18.00 per hour.
Benefits
Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave .
Be Statements
Be excited. Be impactful. Be Boulder.
What We Require

• Previous research laboratory experience
• Previous experience working with hydrogels and other biomaterials

Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials as individual files:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV

During the application process you will be asked to provide the name and email address for one reference, from whom we will request a confidential letter of recommendation immediately following the submission of your complete application.
For full consideration, please apply by June 3, 2026.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs .