• Deer Tracking Analyst

    Colorado State University (Fort Collins, CO)


    Posting Detail Information

     

    Working TitleDeer Tracking Analyst

     

    Position LocationFort Collins, CO

     

    Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

     

    Research Professional PositionYes

     

    Posting Number202500927AP

     

    Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

     

    Classification TitleResearch Associate I

     

    Number of Vacancies

     

    Work Hours/Week40

     

    Proposed Annual Salary Range$50,000-$60,000

    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) on07/14/2025

     

    Description of Work Unit

     

    The Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Biology Department expands the frontiers of knowledge through our broad-based expertise in applied ecology, quantitative methods, and human dimensions in the conservation and management of fish and wildlife.

     

    We teach students to think critically about environmental issues, and become ecologically literate citizens with the training to be successful in graduate school and in careers with natural resources agencies, firms, and non-government organizations.

     

    Our outreach efforts contribute significantly to life-long learning by assisting individuals and agencies to solve complex environmental problems and to be good stewards of our nation’s natural resources.

    Position Summary

    This position will assist a research team focusing on deer movement ecology in the systematic analysis of deer movement patterns across 12 sites in the U.S.A. The individual will assist in organizing and cleaning data, running scripts to summarize movement parameters and organize outputs of data. The individual will be organized, meticulous, and confident working alone and in groups.

    Required Job Qualifications

    + MS in Natural Resources or a related field and 2+ years of experience

    + Experience working independently and part of a team.

    + Experience with animal tracking data analysis

    + Strong coding skills in R

    + Must be legally authorized to work in the US by start date of position.

    Preferred Job Qualifications

    + Experience working with research scientists

    + Knowledge of deer ecology

    Essential Duties

    Job Duty CategoryResearch

     

    Duty/Responsibility

     

    Data Analysis

     

    Percentage Of Time100

     

    Application Details

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    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 ContactGeorge Wittemyer, [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

     

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    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    + Cover Letter

    + Resume

     

    Optional Documents