Professional Research Assistant
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO, USA
USD 44k-44k / year
Posted on Jan 14, 2026
Job Summary
The Research on Affective Disorders and Development (RADD) Laboratory in the Department of Psychology at the University of Colorado Boulder, directed by Dr. Roselinde Kaiser, is seeking to hire one Project Leader (Professional Research Assistant) with skill in clinical or neuroscience research and database management.
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 Department of Psychology and Neuroscience is composed of Faculty, Staff, Research Assistants, Graduate Students, and Undergraduate Students. Through teaching, learning, research, and community outreach, we seek to promote scholarship at the intersection of psychology and neuroscience. Driving this mission is a deep, shared commitment to improving the human condition for all people.
The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience is responsible for over 3,700 students in two undergraduate majors and five PhD programs. Our 52 faculty teach and conduct research on topics that range from the molecular to the community level. Our work is spread across multiple campus locations (MUEN, IBG, WILD, & CINC), with an annual budget of $20 million, which includes approximately $12 million in grant-funded research and $600,000 in gift funds.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
This position in the RADD Lab will support a set of new and ongoing studies that investigate core neurocognitive markers that predict resilience and mood problems in adolescents and young adults. The position will be primarily focused on research recruitment, acquiring behavioral, app-based, EMA and neuroimaging data, and database management. Specific responsibilities will include recruiting and scheduling participants for clinical and neuroimaging research sessions (e.g., healthy individuals, individuals with depression or other mood disorders), data collection (computer-based, mobile app, MRI), and database management (using web applications such as RedCap; or statistical programs such as R), as well as support for general management of lab operations.
What We Can Offer
The annual salary for this position is $44,000.
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. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
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What We Require
- A BA/BS in Psychology, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Research experience in the mental health space
- Demonstrated ability to perform as an independent researcher (e.g., undergraduate thesis)
- Some experience with R, unix, python, matlab or another programming language
What We Would Like You to Have
We would like you to have strong oral and written communication skills and excellent organizational skills, to be highly reliable, and to enjoy working in a collaborative team atmosphere. In addition, you should have a demonstrated ability to multi-task efficiently and to coordinate activities across different research labs and investigators.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
During the application process you will need to enter contact information for one reference who will be contacted to provide letters of recommendation as the search progresses.
For full consideration, please apply by March 1, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
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