Research Associate – Human Development Lab (Data & Analysis)

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University seeks applicants for temporary or special Research Associate I, II, or III. Positions vary by lab, with duties spanning data collection, experimental design, and manuscript preparation. Interaction with the PI and team members is central to the role; work modality may be in-person, hybrid, or remote, depending on the lab.

Salary ranges from $40,000 to $85,000, commensurate with level. Pre-employment background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the specified fields or related area.
• Experience appropriate to Research Associate I/II/III level.
• Background check required for new hires.

Responsibilities

• Conduct lab, field, or computational research activities.
• Collect, manage, and analyze research data.
• Assist with experimental design and protocol implementation.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, materials, and documentation.
• Contribute to manuscripts, reports, and presentations.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, graduate students, and other research personnel.

Skills

Organizational skills

Research data collection

Statistical software

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies, Nutrition, Health and Exercise Science, Public Health, or related field

Master’s degree

PhD and/or extensive relevant experience

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Statistical software

Job description

Colorado State University seeks applicants for temporary or special Research Associate I, II, or III. Positions vary by lab, with duties spanning data collection, experimental design, and manuscript preparation. Interaction with the PI and team members is central to the role; work modality may be in-person, hybrid, or remote, depending on the lab.

Salary ranges from $40,000 to $85,000, commensurate with level. Pre-employment background checks are required.