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Colorado State University Research Associate I - OBRL Research Engineer in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitleResearch Associate I - OBRL Research Engineer
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional PositionYes
Posting Number202401006AP
Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification TitleResearch Associate I
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week40
Proposed Annual Salary Range$60,000-$63,000
Employee Benefits
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Desired Start Date07/22/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on06/30/2024
Description of Work Unit
Colorado State University is a premier public research institution, with over 34,000 students and a focus on sustainability. CSU offers a diverse range of academic programs, including 76 undergraduate degrees, 114 graduate degrees, and 21 professional master’s programs. Renowned for its world-class research, CSU attracts over $370 million in annual research funding, ranking second nationally in federal research support for universities without a medical school.
Situated in Fort Collins, a community of approximately 170,000, CSU benefits from its location along the Colorado Front Range, nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains. Fort Collins consistently ranks as one of the most desirable places to live in the United States, boasting a pleasant climate, excellent schools, and abundant cultural and recreational opportunities.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at CSU is a key player in the university’s academic landscape. With 46 faculty members, 13 staff members, 1,000 undergraduate students, and 150 graduate students, it stands as one of the largest and most productive departments on campus. State-of-the-art labs provide hands-on experience for undergraduates, while annual research expenditures exceeding $13 million offer groundbreaking opportunities for graduate students, particularly in areas of health science, materials science, and research on energy and environment.
Diversity and inclusion are paramount values for the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The department is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse community, integrating these principles into both education and research. Faculty members actively contribute to this mission, emphasizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice ( DEIJ ) in the curriculum and broader scientific community.
The ORBL is an interdisciplinary group consisting of faculty from the College if Engineering (all disciplines), College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, and School of Biomedical Engineering. The mission of the ORBL program is to improve health, fight disease and aid persons with disabilities through merging engineering and life/biological sciences. The faculty has special interests in the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and neurological systems. This position will primarily involve orthopaedic and musculoskeletal research.
Position Summary
The Orthopaedic Bioengineering Research Laboratory ( OBRL ) within the Mechanical Engineering Department at Colorado State University seeks to fill a full-time (40 hours/week) professional research position. This position will assist with sample preparation and biomechanical testing including sample procurement from necropsy, sample prep, x-ray capture, range of motion testing within the OBRL . In addition, they will assist with data analysis and report generation and maintain and update laboratory protocols, standard operating procedure manuals, and quality control/assurance measures.
Required Job Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced team environment;
Minimum 1 year experience in Good Laboratory Practices ( GLP ) environment;
Experience with materials testing and biomechanical testing protocols;
Experience working with animal models and knowledge of basic research methods; and
Experience writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), mechanical testing equipment maintenance, mechanical testing equipment calibration and validation.
Preferred Job Qualifications
- Experience with data analysis and report writing.
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 CategorySample testing and analysis
Duty/Responsibility
Assist with sample preparation and biomechanical testing including sample procurement from necropsy, sample prep, x-ray capture, range of motion testing.
Assist with data analysis and report generation.
Percentage Of Time85
Job Duty CategoryLab Management
Duty/Responsibility
- Maintain and update laboratory protocols, standard operating procedure manuals, and quality control/assurance measures.
Percentage Of Time15
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 search contact.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search ContactBen Gadomski, Ben.Gadomski@colostate.edu
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
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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
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Maximum Requested3
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Applicant Documents
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Cover Letter
Resume or CV
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