Research Associate II- Barfield Lab Part-time

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Colorado State University in Fort Collins seeks a part-time Research Associate II to study early embryo development and perform micromanipulation on bovine embryos. The role includes in vitro embryo production, immunostaining, PCR, and data analysis, with opportunities to prepare abstracts and presentations.

The position is within the Barfield Lab in the Department of Biomedical Sciences. It requires 2+ years of relevant research experience and strong communication skills; background in SAS is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in reproductive physiology, large animal reproduction, or related field.
• Experience in reproductive biology, embryology, and in vitro embryo production.
• Experience with embryo micromanipulation systems and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on early embryo development and micromanipulation of embryos from large animals.
• Produce embryos in vitro and apply immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence and PCR techniques.
• Assist with research materials, abstracts, posters, and talks; manage records and compliance.

Skills

Embryology

Reproductive biology

Cell culture

Experimental design

SAS/statistics

Written & oral communication

Education

Bachelor's in reproductive physiology or related field

Master's in reproductive physiology or related field

Tools

SAS

Job description

Research Associate II- Barfield Lab Part-time# Careers at CSU## Research Associate II- Barfield Lab Part-timeApply: Fort Collins, CO: Part time: Posted Today: R2026107994# Job Description## Position Summary:The position will conduct research on early embryo development and micromanipulation of embryos from large animals. This includes bovine embryo handling, in vitro embryo production and evaluation, and basic molecular techniques such as PCR and immunofluorescent staining of cells. The position involves critical scientific thinking and creativity in the design, conduct and analysis of experiments. The Barfield Lab is located within the Department of Biomedical Sciences. ## Full Consideration Date:For full consideration, please apply **by Monday, November 9, 2026, 11:59pm (MT).** ## Essential Job Duties:* Laboratory research, including producing embryos derived in vitro, performing micro-manipulation techniques with embryos, research procedures such as immunohistochemistry or immunofluorescence, PCR, and genotyping.* Preparation of research materials such as abstracts, posters, platform talks or presentations.* Research Project Management, including writing and contributing to research protocols and formal compliance reports, interpreting and analyzing data, record keeping, and management of laboratory regulatory compliance features such as animal care, hazardous waste disposal, controlled substances, biosafety, and ordering of research supplies. ## Supervision:Does not supervise, but is team lead for work study students, hourly employees, undergraduates, graduate students and rotating research students. ## Conditions of Employment:Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires). ## Minimum Education:* Bachelors degree in reproductive physiology, large animal reproduction, or related field AND 2 years' experience in a relevant research environment.OR* Master’s degree in reproductive physiology, large animal reproduction or related field. ## Minimum Experience:* Experience in reproductive biology, embryology, cell culture and/or in vitro embryo production.* Experience with embryo micromanipulation systems. Must have an interest in comparative reproduction.* Working knowledge of SAS or similar statistic program and experimental design.* Comfortable working in slaughterhouses or similar environments.* Critical scientific thinking and creativity; ability to design, conduct and analyze experiments.* Excellent written and oral communication skills.* Willingness to help others and to function as a team-member.# Salary Range$27,500-28,500 at 50% time# Required Application DocumentsTo apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.Cover Letter, Resume/CV