Southwestern Research Center (SWRC) Research Associate (RA) I Open Pool

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: almost 2 years ago

Location: Yellow Jacket, COLORADO

Deadline: 17 Jun 2022

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Working Title	Southwestern Research Center (SWRC) Research Associate (RA) I Open Pool
Position Location	Yellow Jacket, CO
Research Professional Position	Yes
Posting Number	202200423AP
Position Type	Admin Professional/ Research Professional
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Proposed Annual Salary Range	Full time annualized salary equivalent of $37,000 to $47,000. Salary is commensurate with 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/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf .
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To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on	06/17/2022
Description of Work Unit	Agricultural research in southwestern Colorado began at the San Juan Basin Research Center near Hesperus in 1921. The major emphasis was to identify crop species and varieties adapted to the high altitudes of southwestern Colorado. The crops grown included grasses, clovers, alfalfa, field peas, corn, potatoes, dry beans, sugar beets, small grains, and vegetables. Research was conducted on both irrigated and dryland sites. The present 158 acre farm located 15 miles north of Cortez on County Road Z was purchased by the State Board of Agriculture in 1981. The Southwestern Colorado Research Center is part of a network of 8 research centers (9 sites) throughout the state.
Position Summary	Temporary or Special part-time or full-time Research Associate I positions may become available throughout the year in Southwestern Research Center in Yellow Jacket, CO.
Required Job Qualifications	Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent specialized experience and/or training. Additional required qualifications, rank and salary determined by specific position to be filled. Level I is an entry-level position for individuals with a bachelor’s degree or commensurate specialized experience in lieu of academic degree on a year-by-year basis and/or training and some professional experience. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the start date of position; The center will not provide visa sponsorship or cover related costs for these positions.
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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) Statement of research interests; (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 if required qualification.
Conditions of Employment	Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact	[email protected]
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