Research Associate , II, III or IV - Pool at Colorado State University Fort Collins

Posting Details

• Working Title
  :
  Research Associate I, II, III or IV - Open Pool
• Position Location
  :
  Fort Collins, CO
• Work Location
  :
  Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
• Research Professional Position
  :
  Yes
• Posting Number
  : AP
• Position Type
  :
  Admin Professional/ Research Professional
• Proposed Annual Salary Range
  : $40,000 - $75,000
• Applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 12/31/2025. The pool is valid through 12/31/2025.

The Department of Psychology, part of CSU’s College of Natural Sciences, serves approximately 1400 undergraduate majors and 100 graduate students, with about 30 full‑time faculty across five doctoral programs (Applied Social and Health Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology) and two master’s programs. The department hosts several service centers, including the Psychological Services Center, Center for Meaning and Purpose, Aging Clinic of the Rockies, and the Tri‑Ethnic Center for Prevention Research.

Faculty research laboratories are located in cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and sensation and perception. More information can be found on the department’s website.

The Research Associate positions are open to candidates interested in working within these research areas and with funded research grants. Positions may be temporary or special assignment and may be renewed or reappointed on an annual term basis depending on performance and the continued availability of funding. The duties, responsibilities, and specific research projects will be assigned upon appointment based on the candidate’s qualifications.

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Research Associate applicants must hold a B.S. degree in an appropriate discipline.

Positions at various levels (I–IV) have differing experience requirements:

• Research Associate I:
  Bachelor’s degree and less than 3 years of professional, post‑baccalaureate experience.
• Research Associate II
  :
  More than 3 years of relevant professional experience with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and no other significant experience.
• Research Associate III
  :
  Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of work‑related experience, or Master’s degree with at least 2 years experience. Ph.D. holders with no additional experience may also be appointed.
• Research Associate IV
  :
  Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of work‑related experience, or Master’s degree with more than 5 years of experience. Ph.D. holders with at least 2 years experience may also be appointed.

Please submit a cover letter, resume or CV, and 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. 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. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If assistance or accommodations with the search process are needed, please reach out to the contact listed below.

Pre‑employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).

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.

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.

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