Research Associates I, II, III, IV and Senior - Open Pool

Colorado State UniversityFort Collins, CO
$30,000 - $60,000Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Biology seeks applications from individuals who are interested in obtaining temporary or special research positions within the department in the areas of cell and molecular biology, physiology of plants or animals, animal behavior, ecology, evolutionary biology and computational/theoretical biology. Some Research Associate positions may have the option to work remotely, but this will vary between the faculty labs within the department. Contact the individual faculty and their labs to learn more. Detailed descriptions of the research programs of the individual faculty are available on the department web page: http://www.biology.colostate.edu/people/

Requirements

  • All applicants must hold at least a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline.
  • Level I is for individuals with less than 3 years of professional, post-baccalaureate experience.
  • Level II is for individuals with a Bachelor’s degree and more than 3 years of relevant professional experience or a Master’s degree.
  • Level III is for individuals with a Bachelor’s and 5 years of experience or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.
  • Individuals with a PhD who have no experience may also be appointed to this position if appropriate.
  • Level IV is for individuals with a Bachelor’s degree plus 10 years of experience, a Master’s degree and 5 years of experience or a PhD with 2 years of experience.
  • The Senior Research Associate level is for individuals with a PhD plus 5 years of experience and demonstrated group leadership activities.
  • Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline by the start date.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior research experience in a relevant biological discipline.
  • Experience with laboratory, field, or computational research methods.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
  • Experience with data analysis, scientific writing, or specialized research techniques relevant to the hiring lab.

Responsibilities

  • Conducting laboratory, field, or computational research activities
  • Collecting, managing, and analyzing research data.
  • Assisting with experimental design and protocol implementation.
  • Maintaining laboratory equipment, materials, and documentation.
  • Contributing to manuscripts, reports, and presentations.
  • Collaborating with faculty, staff, graduate students, and other research personnel.

Benefits

  • Robust benefits package
  • Collaborative atmosphere
  • Focus on work-life balance
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