Research Scientist/Scholar — Diverse Lab Roles (PhD Req)

Colorado State University; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University’s Department of Biology invites applications for Research Scientist/Scholar positions. Roles may offer remote options depending on the faculty lab. Responsibilities include conducting lab, field, or computational research, data analysis, and contributing to publications.

Minimum qualifications require a Ph.D. and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The department emphasizes rigorous research and engagement with diverse teams and projects.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required by start date.
• Experience with research in lab, field, or computational settings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory, 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

Prior research experience

Lab/field/computational methods

Written and verbal communication

Independent and collaborative work

Data analysis or scientific writing

Biology subfields knowledge

Education

Ph.D.

Job description

Colorado State University’s Department of Biology invites applications for Research Scientist/Scholar positions. Roles may offer remote options depending on the faculty lab. Responsibilities include conducting lab, field, or computational research, data analysis, and contributing to publications.

Minimum qualifications require a Ph.D. and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The department emphasizes rigorous research and engagement with diverse teams and projects.