Research Associates , II, III or IV - Statistics Pool

Research Associates I, II, III or IV - Statistics Open Pool page is loaded## Research Associates I, II, III or IV - Statistics Open Pool remote type:
Fully in-person/on-site locations:
Fort Collins, COposted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
July 1, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
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Job Description ##

Position Summary:

The Department of Statistics at Colorado State University currently comprises 19 faculty and over 50 graduate students, and has a network of faculty affiliates at nearby research agencies. Our faculty members have a wide range of expertise and are involved in various interdisciplinary graduate training and research activities.

The Department of Statistics at Colorado State University seeks ongoing applications for temporary or special
** Research Associate I, II, III, or IV
** positions to support research programs across a broad range of statistical disciplines.

Research Associates work under the direction of individual faculty members and contribute to ongoing research activities. Duties, funding source, appointment length, and work modality (in-person, hybrid, or remote) vary by hiring faculty member.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by proposed start date. The Department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.##
** Salary Range:**$55,000 to $80,000## Essential

Job Duties:

Essential job duties vary depending on the hiring laboratory and research program, but may include:
* Conducting laboratory, field, or computational research activities.
* Collecting, managing, and analyzing research data.
* Assisting with experimental design and protocol implementation.
* Maintaining laboratory equipment, materials, and documentation.
* Contributing to manuscripts, reports, and presentations.
* Collaborating with faculty, staff, graduate students, and other research personnel.

Specific duties will be defined at the time of hire by the supervising faculty member.## Conditions of Employment:

Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires)## Supervision:

This position reports to a faculty member within the Department of Statistics. Day-to-day supervision and expectations are defined by the hiring laboratory.##

Minimum Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline by the start date.##
** Research Associate Level Requirements:**
* ** Research Associate I:
** Bachelor’s degree and fewer than 3 years of relevant, post-baccalaureate professional research experience.
* ** Research Associate II:
** Bachelor’s degree with more than 3 years of relevant professional research experience, or a Master’s degree.
* ** Research Associate III:
** Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of relevant professional research experience, or a Master’s degree with at least 2 years of experience.
* Individuals with a PhD and no prior experience may be appointed at the Research Associate III level, if appropriate.
* ** Research Associate*
* ** IV:
** Bachelors degree and 10 years of work-related experience, or a Masters degree with more than 5 years of experience. Individuals holding a PhD who have at least 2 years experience may also be appointed to this position.##

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred qualifications vary by laboratory and may include:
* Graduate degree
* Prior research experience in a relevant statistical discipline.
* Experience with laboratory, field, or computational research methods.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
* Experience with data analysis, scientific writing, or specialized research techniques relevant to the hiring lab.## Application Instructions:

This is an
** evergreen
* * posting. Applications will be reviewed as hiring needs arise, and qualified applicants may be contacted by individual faculty members if a suitable opportunity becomes available.

To apply , please upload a resume and cover letter. This pool will expire on
** June 30, 2026**. Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies…