**Senior Research Associate** **University of Colorado Denver** Senior Research Associate-36204 Research Faculty **Description** **Position Details** **University of Colorado | Denver** **Faculty Level/Title: Senior Research Associate** **Working Title: Sr. PRA** **FTE: Full-time** **Salary Range:** **$** **103,000 - $110,000** **Position #00831569 - Requisition #36204** **Join the University of Colorado Denver** About the University of Colorado - Denver (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6011033&targetURL=https://www.ucdenver.edu/about-cu-denver) The University of Colorado Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research, and creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information, visit ucdenver.edu . **Job Description** * Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6011033&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) * **Senior Research Associate Position Available at** **CU DENVER NIST PREP Program** **NIST Organization (Div/Group):** **Precision Photonic Synthesis Group** This position is part of the National Institute of Standards (NIST) Professional Research Experience (PREP) program. NIST recognizes that its research staff may wish to collaborate with researchers at academic institutions on specific projects of mutual interest, thus requires that such institutions must be the recipient of a PREP award. The PREP program requires staff from a wide range of backgrounds to work on scientific research in many areas. Employees in this position will perform technical work that underpins the scientific research of the collaboration. **Research Title:** Low noise optical and microwave systems development **NIST Sponsor Name** : Franklyn Quinlan (franklyn.quinlan@nist.gov (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6011033&targetURL=franklyn.quinlan@nist.gov) ) **Level of Appointment :** Senior Research Associate **-** An individual holding a doctoral degree for more than five (5) years. PREP researchers participating as senior research fellows are eligible to collaborate with NIST on research projects for five (5) years in this category. **Start date :** 2025-04-01 **End date:** 2028-03-15 **What you will do:** Candidate will create compact ultra-stable laser systems and operate optical frequency combs towards the generation of low noise microwave signals. The PREP associate will be responsible for providing day-to-day laboratory guidance and informal technical advising to a small team of Ph.D. students and postdoctoral researchers, with assistance from NIST staff. **General Duties and Responsibilities:** + Build and operate photonic and microwave systems based on optical frequency combs capable of producing state-of-the-art electronic signals with ultralow phase noise, including the design of phase-locking electronics - 33% + Design and operate ultra-stable optical oscillators that are engineered towards compact photonic systems used in microwave generation - 33% + Use advanced digital sampling techniques to characterize microwave signals with ultralow phase noise - 33% **Minimum Qualifications** + _Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire._ + PhD in electrical engineering, physics, optics or related field. + Experience with optical frequency combs, microwave electronics, vacuum systems, and digital electronics. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with optical phase locked loops and Pound-Drever-Hall locking **Visa Sponsorship** Please be advised that this position is eligible now and in the future for visa sponsorship. While the hiring unit is willing to pursue visa sponsorship, an offer of employment will be contingent on the candidate having a visa status that allows employment with the University as of the start date for the position or the University's petition being approved and on the candidate being able to obtain the appropriate visa status. As of 7/1/2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19 but is not required. COVID recommendations and information can be found at: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6011033&targetURL=https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus) . Compensation and Benefits **The salary range (** **_or hiring range_** **) for this position has been established at $103,000 - $110,000** The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. The above salary range ( _or hiring range_ ) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. **Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.** Benefits statement to include in all benefits-eligible positions. See Eligibility Matrix. **Benefits:** https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6011033&targetURL=https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits) Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6011033&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125) **Application Deadline** Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by February 18, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered. **Required Application Materials:** To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6011033&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) and attach a single pdf file: + current CV + contact information for three references + publication list **Questions should be directed to Hamid Fardi (** **hamid.fardi@ucdenver.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6011033&targetURL=hamid.fardi@ucdenver.edu)** **).** **Background Check Policy** The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment. **Diversity and Equity** The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6011033&targetURL=workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu) . The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment. **Qualifications** **Application Materials Required:** Resume/CV, List of References, Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below Application Materials Instructions: To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach a single file: Current CV Contact information for three references Publication list **Job Category:** Faculty **Primary Location:** Denver **Department:** U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 30074 - CEDC-Electrical Engineering **Schedule:** Full-time **Posting Date:** Feb 14, 2025 **Unposting Date:** Feb 25, 2025, 6:59:00 AM **Posting Contact Name:** Hamid Fardi **Posting Contact Email:** Hamid.Fardi@ucdenver.edu **Position Number:** 00831569 **To apply, please visit: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=36204&lang=en (https://apptrkr.com/6011033)** Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. 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