Research Scientists/Scholars I, II, III or Senior - Open Pool

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

Job Description

The Department of Biology seeks applications from individuals who are interested in obtaining research positions within the department at the Research Scientist/Scholar level. Some Research Scientist/Scholar positions may have the option to work remotely, but this will vary between the faculty labs within the department. Contact the individual faculty and their labs to learn more. Detailed descriptions of the research programs of the individual faculty are available on the department web page: http://www.biology.colostate.edu/people/

Signing Bonus

Any signing bonus, up to $2,500, must be approved on a case-by-case basis by the hiring laboratory and departmental leadership.

Essential Job Duties

• Conducting laboratory, field, or computational research activities
• Collecting, managing, and analyzing research data
• Assisting with experimental design and protocol implementation
• Maintaining laboratory equipment, materials, and documentation
• Contributing to manuscripts, reports, and presentations
• Collaborating with faculty, staff, graduate students, and other research personnel

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires)

Supervision

This position reports to a faculty member within the Department of Biology. Day-to-day supervision and expectations are defined by the hiring laboratory.

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. is required in an appropriate discipline by the start date.

Research Scientist/Scholar Level Requirements

All applicants must hold at least a Ph.D. in an appropriate discipline. Level I is for individuals generally within three years of receiving their Ph.D. and with significant professional accomplishments. Level II is analogous to the Assistant Professor title for regular faculty. It generally includes people with three to seven years of experience beyond the Ph.D. and very significant professional accomplishments. Level III is analogous to the Associate Professor title for regular faculty. It generally includes individuals with more than seven years of experience beyond the Ph.D. level and with very significant professional accomplishments. The Senior level is analogous to the full Professor title for regular faculty. It generally includes individuals well beyond the Ph.D. level that have demonstrated outstanding, sustained, and extraordinary professional accomplishments, as well as professional leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior research experience in a relevant biological discipline.
• Experience with laboratory, field, or computational research methods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
• Experience with data analysis, scientific writing, or specialized research techniques relevant to the hiring lab.
• Candidates with knowledge and experience in one or more of the following fields: cell and molecular biology, physiology of plants or animals, animal behavior, ecology, evolutionary biology and computational/theoretical biology.

Employee Benefits

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

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