Hybrid Energy Research Associate - Lab & Data Projects

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking Research Associates I–III to support field campaigns, analyze data, and develop digital twin models at the Powerhouse Energy Campus and METEC facility in Fort Collins, CO. The role involves lab operations, instrumentation, and collaboration with researchers and staff across levels.

Occasional travel may be required; hybrid/on-site work is available. Positions emphasize strong communication, data handling, and mechanical/physical science expertise to advance

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with high level of attention to safe operation of lab/industrial equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Background in physical sciences with focus on mechanical systems, fluids and gases.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations for research including lab system maintenance.
• Design, maintain and operate experiments and digital twin models.
• Participate in field measurement campaigns.
• Collaborate to develop instrumentation and data collection protocols.
• Lead research projects with minimal oversight and present results.
• Assist in writing papers and disseminating results.
• Travel occasionally for field work.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

Instrumentation

Data loggers

Sensors calibration

Controls

Digital twin modeling

Job description

Colorado State University is seeking Research Associates I–III to support field campaigns, analyze data, and develop digital twin models at the Powerhouse Energy Campus and METEC facility in Fort Collins, CO. The role involves lab operations, instrumentation, and collaboration with researchers and staff across levels.

Occasional travel may be required; hybrid/on-site work is available. Positions emphasize strong communication, data handling, and mechanical/physical science expertise to advance