Job Details

Subject Matter Expert in Space Weather

Position Number: 6976289
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Engineering - Aerospace

Subject Matter Expert in Space Weather

Requisition Number: 70422
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Part Time
Posting Close Date: 06-Mar-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Smead Aerospace Engineering Sciences Department at CU Boulder is seeking a Subject Matter Expert in Space Weather to provide project supervision and continuity for our "Mapping Surface Composition with the SPICE Instrument on Solar Orbiter to Link the Sun's Surface to the Heliosphere" contract with Southwest Research Institute.
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

Founded in 1893, the College of Engineering and Applied Science at CU Boulder is the second largest of seven schools and colleges at one of the nation's top public research institutions. As Colorado's flagship university, CU Boulder has selective admissions standards and a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Supervise graduate student in conducting original scientific research in support of the Solar Orbiter SPICE investigation.
Advise student on PhD requirements in Smead Aerospace Engineering Sciences Department.
Co-author research manuscripts.
Approve travel and other expenditures associated with contract.

What You Should Know

This appointment cannot support a J-1 or H-1B visa sponsorship at this time.

What We Can Offer

The hire rate for this part-time position will be $90.25 per hour.

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.

Be Statements

Be resourceful. Be game-changing. Be Boulder.

What We Require

30+ years of experience as a subject matter expert in space weather, and 15+ years of experience in guiding engineering graduate students in space weather applications.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit your resume/CV with your completed application by March 6, 2026.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Subject-Matter-Expert-in-Space-Weather/70422