Research Operations & Procurement Associate II

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University in Fort Collins seeks a Research Associate II to provide administrative, procurement, and operational support for one or more biomedical science laboratories. You will work with Dr. Jayne Aiken and staff to coordinate purchasing, inventory, vendor relations, and compliance with university policies.

The role requires independent judgment in coordinating resources and ensuring labs have the supplies, equipment, and services needed to meet project objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, biomedical sciences, business administration, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in a related field with little or no additional professional experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage Laboratory Procurement and Purchasing Operations.
• Coordinate Vendor Relations and Equipment Acquisition.
• Oversee Laboratory Inventory and Resource Management.
• Support Research Programs and Laboratory Operations.
• Ensure Compliance and Administrative Accuracy.
• Provide General Research and Administrative Support.

Skills

Procurement coordination

Vendor relations

Inventory management

Administrative support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences / biomedical sciences / business administration

Master’s degree in a related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

University purchasing system

Job description

Colorado State University in Fort Collins seeks a Research Associate II to provide administrative, procurement, and operational support for one or more biomedical science laboratories. You will work with Dr. Jayne Aiken and staff to coordinate purchasing, inventory, vendor relations, and compliance with university policies.

The role requires independent judgment in coordinating resources and ensuring labs have the supplies, equipment, and services needed to meet project objectives.