Research Associate I - Sharvelle Lab

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: 16 days ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 01 Apr 2024

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information


Working Title Research Associate I - Sharvelle Lab
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position Yes
Posting Number 202400422AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Research Associate I
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week 30
Proposed Annual Salary Range $40,000 - $43,000 @ 100% FTE; Estimated FTE 75%
Employee Benefits
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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 04/01/2024
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 CEE Department at CSU is recognized both nationally and internationally for its education, research, and service and outreach programs, and is ranked in the top 40 of such programs in the USA. The CEE Department consists of 36 tenured and tenure-track faculty, 16 research scientists/scholars, 27 research associates, and 11 administrative professionals. Additional information about the CEE Department can be found at http://www.engr.colostate.edu/ce/
Position Summary
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Colorado State University (CSU) is seeking an experienced biological or environmental scientist/engineer to support bioenergy projects. This includes the knowledge and use of biochemical methane potential tests, chemical oxygen demand tests, gas chromatography and Excel.
This is a 9-month long, part time (10-40 hours per week) position at CSU Fort Collins, CO. Should funding allow, this position may be eligible for extension beyond the 9-month timeline, contingent on successful execution of project deliverables and performance evaluation.
Required Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Biology, Chemistry or closely related degree.
  • Minimum of 1 years of experience in the following areas:
    • Independent management of biological and chemical experiments
    • Biochemical methane potential tests
    • Total and volatile solids tests
    • Colorimetric test kits
    • Chemical oxygen demand tests
    • Gas chromatography
    • Microsoft Excel
Preferred Job Qualifications
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Research support - Lab testing and analysis
Duty/Responsibility
  • Independent management of biological and chemical experiments.
  • Conduct biochemical methane potential tests for sample analysis.
  • Conduct total and volatile solids tests.
  • Conduct colorimetric test kits.
  • Conduct chemical oxygen demand tests.
  • Conduct chromatography analysis.
Percentage Of Time 80%
Job Duty Category Documentation & Reporting
Duty/Responsibility
  • Compile data into excel.
  • Prepare reports with data from experiments.
Percentage Of Time 20%

Application Details


Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact Lucas Leotscher [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 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.

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