Research Scientist I, II or III OPEN POOL

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Working TitleResearch Scientist I, II or III - OPEN POOL

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202500698AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

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Proposed Annual Salary Range$50,000-$100,000

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) on12/31/2025

Description of Work Unit
The Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University is a large academic and research department in the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering.

We currently have twenty three faculty members, ninety graduate students, over seventy full-time researchers and postdoctoral fellows, and an outstanding and dedicated support staff, that comprise one of the most research-active units at the university.

The department conducts more than $14M in externally sponsored research each year and is nationally ranked near the top of its field.

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 33,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students.

Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 168,000 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.

Position Summary
The department accepts applications on an ongoing basis from individuals who are interested in obtaining research positions with the department.

The open position may be a temporary or special Research Scientist (Level I, II, or III ) assignment and may be for limited periods of time.

This is an open pool, and applications will be forwarded to open positions as they become available.

Required Job Qualifications
Research Scientists/Scholars I:

+ Recent PhD with limited research experience (one to three years)

+ Professional, post-baccalaureate (or equivalent) experience in STEM field

+ Demonstrated ability to produce publications; and

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.


Research Scientists/Scholars II:

+ Research Scientist I plus experience or PhD with 3 years of post doctoral experience or equivalent

+ Demonstrated ability to produce publications; and

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Research Scientists/Scholars III :

+ Research Scientist II plus five years of experience post doctoral or PhD with 7 years of post doctoral experience or equivalent

+ Demonstrated ability to produce publications; and

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.


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Special Instructions to Applicants
Please submit a cover letter, resume or CV, and the names and contact information for three 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 through 12/31/2025 Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

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 EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search ContactHollie Pautler, hollie.pautler@colostate.edu

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 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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Applicant Documents
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+ Cover Letter

+ Resume or CV

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