Job Information
Colorado State University AgNext Postdoctoral Fellow in Sustainable Beef Cattle Systems in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitleAgNext Postdoctoral Fellow in Sustainable Beef Cattle Systems
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional PositionYes
Posting Number202401033AP
Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification TitlePostdoctoral Fellows
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week40
Proposed Annual Salary Range$50,000 to $55,000 plus applicable 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) on07/26/2024
Description of Work Unit
About the University –Colorado State University is Colorado’s first and only Land Grant University. The university is one of the top public research universities in the nation. The University has over 30,000 students and over 6,000 dedicated staff members. The CSU main campus sits at the eastern base of the Rocky Mountains one hour north of metro Denver, and offers excellent access to transportation, all outdoor interests, and a wide cross-section of the beef and dairy industries and their trade organizations.
About the Animal Sciences Department –The Animal Sciences department at Colorado State University is a key department in the College of Agricultural Sciences. The Department of Animal Sciences is responsible for educating approximately 850 undergraduate and 50 graduate students at any given time. Research, teaching, and engagement opportunities for this position occur at the Animal Sciences building on the main college campus and at the Agricultural Research Development & Education Center ( ARDEC Fort Collins).
About AgNext –AgNext is a leader for research in animal and ecosystem health while enhancing profitability of the supply chain and serves as the crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers to come together to innovate real time solutions for sustainable animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a continued safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities.
Position Summary
The ability to perform independent research related to the sustainability of beef cattle systems is required. Such research will span a breadth of expertise with specific focus on enteric methane emissions from beef cattle production systems. Translating theoretical science into systems level impact and adoption is necessary for success. PhD experience is required, including knowledge of concepts in experimental design and data analysis across livestock systems. Organizational skills, personnel supervision, group coordination, experimental design, data analysis, and capabilities in producer outreach and engagement will be necessary.
Required Job Qualifications
PhD in Animal Science, or related fields completed by start date
Demonstrated success in publishing
Experience with data analysis
Experience with beef cattle systems and greenhouse gas emissions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in leading projects through to publication
Experience with project and team management
Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by start date
Ability to travel primarily statewide and nationally
The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the Animal Sciences department will not sponsor a visa for this position
Preferred Job Qualifications
Publication record in peer reviewed journals
Experience with analytical methods related to cattle nutrition and metabolism and/or environmental assessments
Diversity Statement
Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategoryResearch
Duty/Responsibility
The postdoctoral scientist will design and execute experiments and analysis as identified through AgNext.
Projects will focus on enhancing sustainability of beef cattle systems through new technologies, enteric methane mitigation, reactive nitrogen mitigation, improved production efficiency, risk management, animal health and behavior monitoring as well as soil, plant, animal and atmospheric microbiomes, among other areas.
Percentage Of Time50
Job Duty CategoryProject Management
Duty/Responsibility
The postdoctoral scientist will be responsible for project management.
This will require the postdoctoral scientist to lead project meetings, plan manuscripts, manage and mentor graduate and undergraduate students with analysis and manuscript plans, and communicate project timelines and results to collaborators.
These tasks will be essential for the successful completion of projects.
Percentage Of Time25
Job Duty CategoryOutreach
Duty/Responsibility
- The postdoctoral scientist will prepare manuscripts presenting research findings and contribute to educational activities that provide research findings about sustainable beef cattle production to the supply chain through field days, short courses and/or online resources.
Percentage Of Time25
Application Details
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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.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Travel - Primarily State Wide
Search ContactSara Place, Sara.Place@colostate.edu
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References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents