Environmental Scientist

Job Summary

The Center for Environmental Systems Analysis (CESA) is a unit of the Department of Civil, Environmental & Architectural Engineering and the Environmental Engineering Program at the University of Colorado Boulder. CESA seeks to hire an environmental scientist to support projects related to water quality of lakes and streams in Colorado, with an anticipated start date in July 2026.

CESA contributes to research and education and provides technical services related to complex environmental problems and regulatory matters. Office space is in the Sustainability, Energy and Environment Community (SEEC), and the CESA analytical laboratory is in the SEEL building.

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.

The fields of civil, environmental and architectural engineering offer careers in planning, design, construction and management of the built environment as well as in the interaction between the built and natural environment. The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering's mission is the education of undergraduate and graduate students to become leaders in the professional practice of engineering, contributing to technological advances that benefit humankind while enhancing the earth’s physical and biological resources.

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering fosters an environment of inclusivity and celebrates the increasing diversity of our student body. We are committed to fostering inclusive excellence and have adopted priorities to guide our values and practices.

Primary duties associated with this position will include support for service activities, research, and teaching. Specific duties will include:

• Training and supervision of students and research personnel
• Analytical work in the laboratory
• Oversight of quality analysis and quality control
• Data entry and data analysis
• Help with water-quality modeling
• Help with preparation of proposals and technical reports
• Field work
• Other duties as required

The starting salary range for this position is $4,800 – $7,400 per month.

Relocation assistance may be available in accordance with College and Campus policy.

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.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, ecology, chemistry, or a related field.
• Strong quantitative skills.
• Ability to swim and a safe driving record.

Preferred:

• An advanced degree (MS, PhD) with experience in analytical chemistry and ecological field methods.
• Experience with low-level methods for nutrient analysis.
• Experience with data management.
• Proficiency with relevant computer software (Microsoft Word and Excel, JMP, R, ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Familiarity with standard practices for quality analysis and quality control.
• Experience with limnological field methods.
• Experience with teaching or supervision.

We are looking for someone who is adaptable, works well independently and as part of a team, has a strong work ethic, works safely, carefully, and efficiently, and has a desire to learn and interest in research related to ecology, biogeochemistry, and environmental engineering.