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Working TitleResearch Associate I . Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineering Lab Mgr

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202500632AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleResearch Associate I

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$58,000 - $60,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date07/01/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on06/08/2025

Description of Work Unit

As one of the nation’s top public research universities, Colorado State University ( CSU ) in Fort Collins, the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering ( CIVE ) at CSU is recognized both nationally and internationally for its education, research, and service and outreach programs, and is ranked in the top 40 of such programs in the USA . The CEE Department consists of 36 tenured and tenure track faculty, 16research scientists/scholars, 27 research associates, and 11 administrative professionals. Additional information about the CEE Department can be found at http://www.engr.colostate.edu/ce/.

Position Summary

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering ( CIVE ) at Colorado State University, is seeking a Research Associate-I to support geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering research, education, and professional development activities. This position is anticipated to be permanent. CSU is a land-grant institution with a strong commitment to research and education that impact society and address global problems. This is a full-time position with health and retirement benefits at our main campus in Fort Collins, CO.

This is an entry to mid-level professional and technical position in a research support capacity. In addition, the position will include opportunities to educate and train students at CSU as well as working professionals. The position is in support of active research, education, training, and service in the field of mine tailings engineering and mine residue management. The CIVE Dept. at CSU hosts the Tailings & Mine Waste Conference in Colorado, actively participates in the Tailings and Industrial Waste Engineering ( TAILENG ) Foundation, and is a member of the Tailings Center.

Required Job Qualifications

+ BS in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field

+ Experience working in a laboratory with soils, mine tailings, and/or other industrial wastes

+ Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date

+ The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; the CEE Department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ MS and/or work experience in advanced geotechnical and/or geoenvironmental engineering laboratory

+ Experience with design, fabrication, operation, and control of novel test equipment

+ Experience with educating, training, and mentoring students or colleagues

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryResearch

Duty/Responsibility

+ Conduct geotechnical and geoenvironmental characterization experiments (e.g., particle size analysis, plasticity limits, specific gravity, cation exchange capacity, swell, shrinkage, etc.) on soils, mine tailings, and other industrial wastes;

+ Conduct geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering behavior experiments (e.g., direct shear, interface shear, triaxial, hydraulic conductivity, consolidation, soil moisture retention, column tests, etc.) on soils, mine tailings, and other industrial wastes;

+ Contribute to the design, construction, operation, and computer control of novel laboratory experiments;

+ Analyze data and prepare technical reports that include the aforementioned experiments

Percentage Of Time60%

Job Duty CategoryLab Education and Training

Duty/Responsibility

+ Educate, train, and supervise students (graduate and undergraduate) on the aforementioned experiments;

Percentage Of Time20%

Job Duty CategoryLab Management

Duty/Responsibility

+ Contribute to professional development associated with state-of-practice laboratory testing of soils, mine tailings, and other industrial wastes; and

+ Lead oversight and management of the Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering laboratory.

Percentage Of Time20%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) 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), Valid Driver’s License

Search ContactDavid Logan, [email protected]

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.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume

Optional Documents