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Working TitleResearch Associate (I or II) OPEN POOL - Department of Horticulture & Landscape Architecture

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202501703AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification Title

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week

Proposed Annual Salary RangeEntry level research associate positions start at full-time annualized salary equivalent of $40,000 with a range up to $75,000. Salary commensurate with level, qualifications, and experience.

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 Horticulture and Landscape Architecture department strives to discover, apply, and disseminate knowledge and technology while developing future leaders in the state, the nation, and the world. Through hands-on experiential learning in each of our three majors, Environmental Horticulture, Horticulture, and Landscape Architecture, we encourage human engagement with the landscape and demonstrate our focus to solve problems for people, agriculture, and the environment through scholarship and creativity fostered by teamwork and individual perspectives.

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.

Position Summary

The department accepts applications on an ongoing basis from individuals who are interested in research positions within the department. The open position may be a temporary, special, or regular Research Associate (Level I or II) assignment and may be for limited duration/time periods.This is an open pool and applications will be considered as positions become available. This pool is active through 12/31/2025.

Required Job Qualifications

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent specialized experience and/or training. Additional required qualifications, rank and salary determined by specific position to be filled.

Level Iis an entry-level position for individuals with a bachelor’s degree or commensurate specialized experience and/or training and less than 3 years of professional experience.

Level IIincludes individuals with a Research Assistant I + 3 years experience of professional experience, or a Master’s degree.

Preferred Job Qualifications

Essential Duties

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested parties may apply by submitting the following application materials:

+ Cover letter addressing relevant education/experience as well as research interest(s),

+ Resume or Curriculum Vitae,

+ Unofficial transcripts, 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.

This pool is valid until 12/31/2025, at which time the pool will expire. Applicants wishing to remain in the pool must reapply to a new pool posting.

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.

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

Search ContactMelissa Harmon, [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 or CV

+ Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents