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Job Summary

The Peleg Lab at the Bio Frontiers Institute is seeking two Temporary Researchers to help collect data and run experiments with live honeybees. Our lab merges tools from physics, biology, engineering, and computer science to study communication and coordination in living systems, including honeybees and fireflies. We are located in the Jennie Smoly Caruthers Biotechnology Building (JSCBB) on East Campus. We anticipate a flexible schedule during the pilot phase.

Training and all required materials will be provided. Further information on the Peleg Lab can be found here:

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

At the University of Colorado Bio Frontiers Institute, researchers from the life sciences, physical sciences, computer science, and engineering are working together to uncover new knowledge at the frontiers of science and partnering with industry to transform their discoveries into new tools. The Bio Frontiers Institute is uniquely defined both by our excellent faculty, research, and leadership and by the scientific and geographical ecosystem that empowers our work.

Bio Frontiers has a unique "frontier" culture that allows our researchers to explore new areas of bioscience by maximizing the resources and talents across the Institute and the university system. The Institute integrates faculty members from eleven academic departments, allowing them to work across fields. Bio Frontiers drives innovation without boundaries.

What Your

Key Responsibilities Will Be

The position is for two Temporary Researchers to help run experiments and collect experimental data from live honeybees. Job duties include outdoor tasks at an apiary, and indoor tasks at our lab. Apiary work includes extracting experimental frames for imaging, checking on and maintaining hives, and collecting bees for laboratory experiments. In-lab work involves constructing experimental setups and recording data.

Applicants should be comfortable lifting 50lb boxes and working outside.

What You Should Know

* Two candidates have been identified for this position, however, all applications will be reviewed and considered before a final hiring decision is made.

* This is a 100% in-person position.

What We Can Offer

$20 per hour.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

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What We Require

* Bachelor's degree in biology, engineering, math, or a similar field.

* Coursework or interest in biological systems.

What You Will Need

* Strong organization and reliability.

* Must be comfortable working with live insects outdoors and in the lab.

What We Would Like You to Have

* Experience designing experiments and collecting data.

* Basic coding experience (i.e., Python, MATLAB, C++, etc.).

Special Instructions

To apply , please submit the following materials:

* Resume or CV.

Please apply by 6/3/2026 for consideration.

Note:

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

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name:
Boulder Campus Human Resources

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