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Working TitleResearch Professor -- Open Pool

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Posting Number202500353F

Proposed Annual Salary Range$90,000 - $95,000

Employee Benefits

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Position TypeFaculty

Work Hours/Week

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.

The Department of Chemistry has an international reputation for excellence in research across a broad array of disciplines, including analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, materials and physical chemistry. Ph.D. graduates receive world-class training, participate in cutting-edge (and often interdisciplinary) research projects, and are employed at all levels of academia and industry around the globe. The faculty also enjoy an award-winning reputation for teaching excellence. Undergraduate students benefit both from access to this classroom expertise and from a long tradition of substantive undergraduate participation in research. The Department’s research efforts are supported by a state-of-the-art Analytical Resources Core that provides 24/7 student access to shared instrumentation.

Tenure/Tenure Track?

% Research90

% Teaching10

% Service

% Administration

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on12/31/2025

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Position Summary

This position will contribute to the teaching and research missions of the Department of Chemistry at Colorado State University through a range of activities. The major commitment will be conducting research in chemical sciences. Along with the research, there is advising and mentoring of graduate students and/or postdoctoral researchers also working on the project.

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

Required Job Qualifications

+ PhD or equivalent degree in chemistry, chemistry/science education or closely related field.

+ Effective written and oral communications skills.

+ Must show 12 years of research experience to be eligible for the rank of Research Professor.

+ Applicant must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.A. by the proposed start date.

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ Experience with mentoring and advising research students (graduate and/or undergraduate) and/or postdoctoral researchers.

+ Experience in theoretical and/or computational chemistry research.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, interested individuals must submit in PDF format 1) a current CV; and 2) a statement of research interests by11:59 p.m. MST onDecember 31, 2025. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

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.

Research Professor open pool positions are to be an adjunct (temporary) assignment. Annual terms and reappointment may depend on performance and/or the continued availability of funding.

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.

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.

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.

Search ContactKristin Berthold, [email protected]

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Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Statement of Research Philosophy

Optional Documents