Ag Bio Research Associate I or II - Open Pool

Posting Details

Posting Detail Information

Working Title Ag Bio Research Associate I or II - Open Pool

Position Location Fort Collins, CO

Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional Position Yes

Posting Number 202501009AP

Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional

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Number of Vacancies

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Proposed Annual Salary Range Entry level research positions start at full time annualized salary equivalent of $31,000 with a range up to $56,000. Salary commensurate with level, qualifications, and experience.

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 12/01/2025

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation's leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The Department of Agricultural Biology is committed to excellence in the creation and dissemination of knowledge about insects, plant pathogens, and plants. AB focuses its teaching, research, and outreach missions in four program areas: 1) Genomics and Molecular Biology, 2) Ecology and Biodiversity, 3) Biology and Management of Invasive Species, and 4) Integrated Pest Management. Being interdisciplinary in nature, AB values cooperative and collaborative efforts within departmental teams, other research teams within the University, stakeholder, and industry.

Position Summary

The department accepts applications on an ongoing basis from individuals who are interested in obtaining research associate positions. The open position may be a temporary, special, or regular Research Associate (Level I or II) assignment and may be for limited duration.

**Please note this is an open pool, not a specific job opening. Applications will be automatically considered as pool positions become available. If you see a different posting for another position you are interested in in Ag Bio, please apply to that specific posting following those instructions.

Required Job Qualifications

Minimum of a bachelor's degree is required.

Level I is an entry-level position for individuals with a bachelor's degree and less than 3 years of professional experience.

Level II includes individuals with an RAI + 3 years of professional experience or bachelor's degree + 3 years of professional experience, or a Master's degree.

Additional required qualifications, rank and salary determined by specific position to be filled.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not sponsor a visa for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

Essential Duties

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete application materials include:

A cover letter addressing your qualifications as well as research interests

Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Copies of unofficial transcript(s)

Contact information of two professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

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.

This pool is valid until December 1, 2025, at which time the pool will expire. Applicants wishing to remain in the pool must reapply to an active posting.

Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search Contact Sarah Ehrlich, Sarah.Ehrlich

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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. 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.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested 2

Maximum Requested 2