Research Associates I, II, III, IV and Senior Positions- Physics Open Pools

Updated: about 2 years ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 30 Jun 2022

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Working Title Research Associates I, II, III, IV and Senior Positions- Physics Open Pools
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Research Professional Position Yes
Posting Number 202100724AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week
Proposed Annual Salary Range $30,000-$70,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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 06/30/2022
Description of Work Unit
The Department of Physics maintains a tradition of excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Department Research Associates participate in research on three continents with programs in many of the most active and exciting areas of physics.
Position Summary
The Department of Physics seeks temporary or special appointment applications for 2021-2022 from individuals who are interested in Research Associate positions within the department. A detailed description of the department and Research Associates are available on the department web page http://www.physics.colostate.edu
Required Job Qualifications
  • Level I is an entry-level position for individuals with a Bachelors degree and less than 3 years of experience. 
  • Level II is the position to which a Research Associate I is promoted after 3 years, or an individual with a Bachelors degree and more than 3 years of relevant experience or a recent Masters degree with no additional professional experience. 
  • Level III is the position to which a Research Associate II is promoted, or an individual with a Bachelors degree and 5 years of work-related experience or a Masters degree with at least 2 year of experience. An individual with a PhD that does not have any additional experience may also be appointed to this position. 
  • Level IV is the level to which a Research Associate III is promoted, or an individual with a Bachelors degree and 10 years of work-related experience. An individual with a Masters degree with more than 5 years experience may be appointed to this position, as well as a PhD who has at least 2 years experience. 
  • The Senior level is the level to which a Research Associate IV is promoted, or individuals with extensive post-baccalaureate experience or a Masters degree and significant professional experience. Individuals with a PhD with at least 5 years of experience may also be eligible.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Diversity Statement
Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.

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Special Instructions to Applicants
This pool is valid through 6/30/2022, at which time all applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply. Interested individuals should submit a current resume, a statement of research experience and interest, and names and addresses of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact Amber Paquelet: [email protected]
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