Job Information
Colorado State University Research Social Scientist - Remote in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitleResearch Social Scientist - Remote
Position LocationRemote
Work LocationPosition is fully remote
Research Professional PositionYes
Posting Number202400994AP
Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification TitleResch Sci/Scholar I
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week40
Proposed Annual Salary Range$85,000-$100,000
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Desired Start Date08/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on07/01/2024
Description of Work Unit
As an academic department at Colorado State University we conduct research in the area of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources ( HDNR ) and prepare students for careers in conservation leadership and tourism. This area of study focuses on understanding and attending to the needs and values of humans, human society, and culture as they relate to the natural environment. HDNR is one of the few programs in the United States that offers a comprehensive bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral program. It also has a fast growing entrepreneurial program that offers degrees and certificates in tourism through online offerings.
Position Summary
The research social scientist in the Animal Human Policy Center ( AHPC ) plays a key role in a social science research study on the federal Animal Care (AC) program, which implements that Animal Welfare Act and the Horse Protection Act throughout the United States. The research social scientist will help lead data collection and analysis, including conducting interviews/focus groups and analyzing and writing up the results of interviews/focus groups. The social science research scientist will need to have specialized experience in conducting interviews with diverse stakeholders on animal-related issues and conducting qualitative analysis, particularly inductive thematic coding.
The research scientist position will be housed within the AHPC , in the Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Department at Colorado State University. This position will work closely with a team, including the director of the Animal Human Policy Center, principle investigator, co-principal investigator, a research scientist with expertise in veterinary medicine, and a research coordinator, to implement this research over a year time-frame. The research scientist will be working remotely but will expected to attend two 2-day in-person workshops in Fort Collins with the research team as well as a 2-day stakeholder engagement workshop to present results at the end of the research project.
Required Job Qualifications
The successful candidate must have earned a Ph.D. degree in Social Science, Human Dimensions of Natural Resources, Social Work, or a related discipline before the start date.
The applicant must have a background and interest in research on stakeholder perspectives on animal protection/welfare.
The applicant must have a demonstrated capability to implemented social science research using interviews/focus groups and leading qualitative analyses of data from interviews/focus groups.
The applicant must have a demonstrated publication record in qualitative social science research.
The applicant must have demonstrated experience using NVivo to conduct qualitative analysis and knowledge of diverse approaches for analyzing qualitative data.
The applicant must be available to start no later than August 1st, 2024.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Experience working on social science research on public and/or stakeholder perspectives on animals in facilities regulated by the USDA Animal Care Program
Understanding of the federal Animal Welfare Act, the Horse Protection Act, and the USDA Animal Care Program
Demonstrated experience interviewing, communicating with, or working with diverse stakeholders on issues around animal-human relations
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategoryResearch
Duty/Responsibility
- Design interview and focus group questions on stakeholder perspectives on the Animal Care program; conduct interviews and focus groups; lead the qualitative analysis of data and write-ups of key results.
Percentage Of Time80
Job Duty CategoryOutreach
Duty/Responsibility
- Develop presentations, reports on key research findings, attend workshops and meetings to present results to Animal Care program staff and stakeholders and obtain feedback.
Percentage Of Time20
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than July 1st, 2024 for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:
Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.
Resume
References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. 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 listed search contact.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search ContactRebecca Niemiec, Rebecca.Niemiec@ColoState.edu
EEO Statement
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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
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
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