Posting Detail Information

Working TitleResearch Associate II Part-time

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202401320AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleResearch Associate II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week20

Proposed Annual Salary Range$ 50,500 - $73,730 (Based on 1.0 FTE)

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) on08/12/2024

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 Department of Clinical Sciences mission is to assure the health and productivity of animals to meet societal needs through high quality educational programs for professional veterinary medical students, graduate veterinarians, and the public through a faculty and veterinary medical center of excellence, and to advance and disseminate comparative biomedical knowledge in an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration.

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to support and promote research projects within the field of cardiology and cardiac surgery, working closely with Dr. Arai. The role involves generating scientific articles and presentations at both national and international levels. The position plays a critical role in advancing research and disseminating knowledge within the field, contributing to the overall advancement of cardiology and cardiac surgery.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by time of application; the Clinical Sciences department will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions.

Required Job Qualifications

• BS Degree and 3 years of lab experience (electrophoresis, protein extraction or similar lab experience).

OR

• Recent Master’s Degree in Biology, bioengineering or related field with no other significant professional experience

  AND

• Experience in data input, management and analysis

• Experience and knowledge of the use of Microsoft application (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc) and other spreadsheet applications.

• Strong interest in cardiovascular research and tissue engineering for both human and veterinary patients.

• Strong communication skills both oral and written.

• Excellent time management skills

• Work individually, demonstrate high flexibility and willing to work as a research member of cardiology/cardiac surgery at VTH .

• Ability to search and organize literature.

• Successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by time of application; the Clinical Sciences department will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions

• Work location: In person

• Physical capabilities: long period of sitting, standing, carrying heavy items, working on a computer, exposure to cold or hot temperatures, noise and dryness.

• Work environment: Lab, office area at VTH

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Familiarity of statistical analysis

• Experience in cell culture and cell-based assays, blood processing

• Grant writing skills and experience

Diversity Statement

Personal or professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by persistent effort, active planning, allocation of resources and/or accountability for diversity and inclusion outcomes.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryResearch

Duty/Responsibility

• Conduct research and perform experiments (molecular and cellular biological experiments and clinical research)

• Assist in proposal preparation to funding sources

• Assist to present research findings at conferences when needed

• Assist with the preparation of manuscripts and grant applications

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategoryCommunication and Data analysis

Duty/Responsibility

• Entering and analyzing sample data

• Contribute data and writing for scholarly publications

• Communication and scheduling with other lab personnel as needed

Percentage Of Time30

Job Duty CategoryLab operations

Duty/Responsibility

• Maintaining the laboratory including ordering, making media/solutions, cleaning contaminants, keeping order and other responsibilities to keep the lab running smoothly.

• Coordinate various activities (research sampling schedule, data collection and protocol test procedures) to ensure appropriate and timely filing of standard regulatory documentation.

• Process human and animal tissue/blood samples

• Visit off-site collaborative centers and labs to perform lab activities.

• Install and validate the proper operation of equipment as needed

• Generating and maintaining SOPs

• Manage hazardous waste, training its records

• Oversight of regulatory compliance for group ( AARF , PARF , IACUC protocol writing, amendment submission and annual reporting to comply with regulations and standards

• Supervising students, clinicians and other employees utilizing the lab, as needed.

Percentage Of Time30

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 8/12/2024. This position will be open until filled. To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three 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. 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.

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

Search ContactSam Garcia: samantha.garcia@colostate.edu

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. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) 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,titleix@colostate.edu.

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,oeo@colostate.edu.

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,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

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.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Will you have a BS Degree and 3 years of lab experience (electrophoresis, protein extraction or similar lab experience) OR a recent Master’s Degree in Biology, bioengineering or related field with no other significant professional experience by the start date of the position?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have experience in data input, management and analysis?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have experience and knowledge of the use of Microsoft application (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc) and other spreadsheet applications?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have strong interest in cardiovascular research and tissue engineering for both human and veterinary patients?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume or CV

Optional Documents