HDFS - Postdoctoral Fellows - Open Pool

Postdoctoral Research Scientist

Researchers in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at Colorado State University (CSU) are looking for postdoctoral research scientists to support the Department's mission to generate, disseminate and apply knowledge about human development across the lifespan, in the context of family, culture, and society. Postdoctoral fellows will support the Department's goal to use knowledge to help resolve societal and developmental challenges faced by children, families, and our aging population and to promote optimal development and opportunities for all.

Postdoctoral fellows have the chance to participate in research on human development and family studies from an interdisciplinary perspective. Postdoctoral fellows are expected to support research activities in HDFS within a designated research lab, with opportunities to also develop a skillset that will support their career development.

$55,000 - $85,000

Essential job duties vary depending on the hiring laboratory and research program, but may include:

• Conducting laboratory 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.

Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires).

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date. The department has limited funding and may not be able to sponsor a new H-1B visa for this position.

This position reports to a faculty member within the Department of Human Development and Family Studies. Day-to-day supervision and expectations are defined by the hiring laboratory.

• Doctoral degree in psychology, human development and family studies, or a closely related field.

Preferred qualifications vary by laboratory and may include:

• Prior research experience in a relevant physical science discipline.
• Experience with laboratory 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.

To apply, please upload a CV, cover letter, and optional writing sample (e.g., peer-reviewed publication).

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. This pool will expire on December 31, 2026. Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

Please note, 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.