Job Details

Creative Labs Fabrication and Lab Support, On-Call

Position Number: 9715203
Location: Boulder, United States
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Creative Labs Fabrication and Lab Support, On-Call

Requisition Number: 73589
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Temporary Staff
Schedule:
Posting Close Date: 22-Jul-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Creative Labs Center (CLC) is a15,000 square foot space that serves as an academic support lab for environmental design faculty and students. It is located inside the Center for Innovation and Creativity (CINC) on the CU Boulder East Campus. Educational and research activities in the CLC are supported by a Wood Lab, a Metal Lab, Laser Cutting machines, a 3-axis and a 4-axis, a CNC router and a high-end CPU lab. Faculty and students use these resources to produce images and materials for course assignments, project prototyping and fabrication, as well as full-size production of construction elements, using both analog and digital equipment. The CLC facility also houses two classrooms, a flexible makerspace, and studio spaces.
The CLC 1% on call position provides assistance to the staff of the Lab with the upkeep of the facilities and equipment to maintain functionality and safety standards. The position also provides direct supervision and support to students and faculty in the use of Lab machinery and equipment, as necessary.
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

The College of Communication, Media, Design and Information (CMDI) is at the forefront of the revolution in communication, digital technology, and design. CMDI prides itself on offering students an interdisciplinary education with a focus on innovation and creativity! Our students and faculty from seven departments think across boundaries, innovate around emerging problems and create culture that transcends convention.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

User Support and Supervision

Provide guidance, support, and safety supervision to students and faculty using Center equipment.
Assist students directly with fabrication methods and techniques.

Lab Maintenance Support

Support the upkeep of Center facilities and equipment.
Supports the achievement and maintenance of safety standards for all areas of the Center.
Support good inventory management of consumable and non-consumable Center assets, maintaining and updating inventory sheets as appropriate.

Other Duties as Needed

What You Should Know

This is an On-Call position with varied needs. Monday through Friday as needed.
Schedule will flex according to needs and cyclical peak periods of the academic cycle.
Position may also be asked to work on short notice to cover unexpected needs.
The work modality is fully in-person/onsite.

What We Can Offer

The pay for this position is $50.00 per hour.

Benefits

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

Be Statements

Be creative. Be engaged. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Two years of professional experience using fabrication tools and machinery.
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to two (2) years.

What You Will Need

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities working in a complex environment.
Expertise in the function and use of a wide range of fabrication tools and machinery.
Experience training people on the use of fabrication tools and machinery.
Knowledge of and experience practicing and enforcing appropriate and required safety standards for fabrication shops and/or professional environments using a range of tools and machinery.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by July 22 , 2026 for consideration.
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. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Creative-Labs-Fabrication-and-Lab-Support-On-Call/73589