ARDEC Research Associate I or II - Open Pool

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: almost 2 years ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 17 Jun 2022

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Working Title ARDEC Research Associate I or II - Open Pool
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Research Professional Position Yes
Posting Number 202200425AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
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Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week
Proposed Annual Salary Range Starting minimum full-time annualized salary equivalent of $37,000 - $55,000 w/applicable benefits. Salary is commensurate with RA level, experience and qualifications.
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
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Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 06/17/2022
Description of Work Unit
The Agricultural Research, Development and Education Center (ARDEC) is a comprehensive research, education, and outreach facility utilized by approximately 50+ faculty in the Departments of Animal Sciences, Agricultural Biology, Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Soil and Crop Sciences, Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Biology, as well as USDA/ARS scientists in support of the land grant mission. Plant Science Unit operations and facilities include a general processing facility, shops, grain storage, pesticide and fertilizer storage, and equipment storage and is comprised of 955+/- acres in two locations within 3 miles of each other. Farms are mostly irrigated cropland used by programs in crops, soils, and pest management. The plant science activities are managed by the Plant Science Manager. Livestock Unit operations and facilities include a 200-head Feed Intake Unit equipped with GrowSafe technology, 175 head Angus and Hereford seedstock cowherd with annual 40 head bull sale, sheep unit, 240 head heifer development facility, 510 head feedlot consisting of 50, 10-head pens, commodity storage, 212 acre pasture under pivot irrigation for intensive management of the cowherd during the summer, forage production, livestock handling facility, metabolic research facility, and supporting infrastructure. The livestock activities are managed by the Livestock Unit Manager. ARDEC hosts many tours, events, educational courses, and outreach opportunities at the ARDEC Headquarters office, ARDEC Conference Center and the CoBank Center for Agricultural Education. Overall ARDEC operations and fiscal responsibilities are managed by the Operations Manager under parameters set by the Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) Deputy Director and College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS) Executive Director of Finance.
Position Summary
Temporary or Special part-time or full-time, year round or limited time period appointment Research Associate Level I or II positions may become available throughout the year. Complete applications will automatically be considered for open positions as they become available.
Required Job Qualifications
Research Associate Level I (RAI) is an entry-level position for individuals with a bachelor’s degree or commensurate specialized experience and/or training and less than 3 years of professional experience.
Research Associate Level II includes individuals with an RAI appointment + 3 years experience or bachelor’s degree + 3 years of professional experience, or a Master’s degree.
Additional qualifications and salary determined by specific position to be filled.
The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the start date of the position. ARDEC will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Diversity Statement
Reflecting Colorado Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Center’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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Special Instructions to Applicants
This pool is valid until June 17, 2022, at which time the pool will expire. Applicants wishing to remain in the pool must reapply.
Application Materials include: (1) A cover letter addressing qualifications; (2) a Resume or Curriculum Vitae; and (3) contact information of 2 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. Academic transcript(s) may be requested at a later date to confirm degree completion/discipline focus.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact [email protected]
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
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.

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