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Posting Detail Information

Working TitlePost-Doctoral Fellow - Open Pool

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202501700AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification Title

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week

Proposed Annual Salary Range$58,000-$62,000

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 Analytical Resources Core ( ARC ) is an Institutional Core in the Office of the Vice President for Research ( OVPR ) at CSU . The mission of the ARC is to enable cutting-edge STEM research and development programs by providing access to sophisticated analytical instrumentation, expert guidance, research training and services to CSU and the broader community. We strive to build analytical instrument capabilities that exceed the normal resources of individual research programs and make those technologies available as a shared resource. We also aim to provide an environment rich in expertise and educational resources, and to foster collaboration across the CSU community and beyond.

Position Summary

The Analytical Resources Core ( ARC ) at Colorado State University invites applications for postdoctoral researchers to support the diverse analytical and research service areas within the Core when needs arise.

The ARC encompasses state-of-the-art facilities in materials characterization, molecular and structural analysis, bioanalysis and omics, and imaging and surface science.

Postdoctoral researchers in this open pool may contribute to method development, user training, sample and data analysis, and instrument support across a range of techniques, including but not limited to:

+ Mass spectrometry, proteomics, and metabolomics

+ Nuclear magnetic resonance ( NMR ) spectroscopy

+ X-ray diffraction ( XRD ) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy ( XPS )

+ Electron microscopy ( SEM , TEM ) and biological and materials sample preparation

+ Magnetic, electrical, and thermal characterization techniques

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong technical and analytical skills, a commitment to research and user support, and an interest in advancing shared instrumentation capabilities. Positions are contingent on available funding and project needs within the ARC .

Required Job Qualifications

+ Applicants must have a PhD degree in a related field by the position start date.

Preferred Job Qualifications

Essential Duties

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a cover letter outlining your specific area(s) of expertise, curriculum vitae or resume, and the names and contact information of three professional 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.

The 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 search contact.

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

Search ContactKarolien Denef; [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. 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