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Working TitleResearch Associates I, II, or III - Open Pool

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202401223AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification Title

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week

Proposed Annual Salary Range$50,000 - $65,000

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) on06/30/2025

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.

Throughout its history, the School of Social Work at Colorado State University has made a continuous effort to develop and maintain a program that is responsive to three-distinct, but related interests:

+ The profession of social work as represented by the Council on Social Work Education’s Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards.

+ The human services agencies and clients in the state, the region, the nation, and the globe, and

+ The land-grant oriented mission and goals of Colorado State University.

Position Summary

The School of Social Work Research Center, and the School of Social Work, seeks applications through the academic year from individuals who are interested in obtaining temporary or special research positions within the department in the areas of child well-being and maltreatment. This position(s) will support and be part of a team of researchers completing applied research studies and program evaluations in child welfare and related fields for county, state, and federal agencies. The open position(s) may be temporary or special assignment. Annual terms may depend on continued availability of funding.

Qualifications forResearch Associate Iare for individuals with a Bachelor’s degree and less than 3 years of professional, post-baccalaureate experience.

Qualifications forResearch Associate IIare more than 3 years of relevant professional experience for an individual with a Bachelor’s degree, or a Master’s degree and no other significant professional experience.

Qualifications forResearch Associate III are individuals with a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of work-related experience, or a Master’s degree with at least 2 years experience. Individuals with a PhD who have no additional experience may also be appointed to this position.

Required Job Qualifications

+ Research Associate applicants must hold a B.S. degree in an appropriate discipline.

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ A minimum of one-year work experience is preferred.

Essential Duties

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae and contact information for 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

This pool is valid through 06/30/2025. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

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

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EEO

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,[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 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. 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 (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume or CV

Optional Documents