Atmospheric Chemist

Job Summary

The Bates Lab is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to measure and analyze emissions of volatile organic compounds from agriculture during the NASA FarmFlux campaign.

Responsibilities

• Carry out research tasks related to the measurement and analysis of volatile organic compounds during NASA's FarmFlux campaign.
• Prepare, set up, and calibrate the NOAA CSL LToF-PTR-MS.
• Operate the instrument for the FarmFlux large aircraft deployments.
• Data processing and analysis during and after the deployment, including calculation of eddy covariance fluxes from measured concentrations.
• Participation in FarmFlux science team meetings.
• Dissemination of results to the scientific community through publications and conference presentations.

What We Can Offer

• Starting salary: $70,000 annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit.
• CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation.

What We Require

• Ph.D. in atmospheric chemistry or a closely related field.
• Prior experience with airborne field deployments for atmospheric measurements.

Special Instructions

• To apply, please submit the following materials as individual files:
• A cover letter describing your interest in the position and prior research experience.
• Your resume/CV that includes all relevant experience and a list of publications.
• (Optional) Transcripts/Proof of PhD: If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version (if applicable) as an Optional attachment.
• During the application process you will be asked to provide the name and email address for one reference, from whom we will request a confidential letter of recommendation immediately following the submission of your complete application.
• For consideration, please apply by July 17, 2026.
• Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
• 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.