Research Associates I or II- Pool

Position Summary

Full Consideration Date:
June 30, 2026. Work Unit:
Department of Health and Exercise Science (HES), College of Health and Human Sciences. Salary Range: $50,000 – $53,000 (RAI) or $53,000 – $56,000 (RAII).

• Support daily research operations through lab organization, supply ordering, record management, and compliance with Human and Animal Institutional Review Board protocols and grant requirements.
• Recruit, screen, test, and train human research participants (ages 18–95); conduct survey and exercise testing; assist with physiological experiments involving animals, tissue, and blood samples.
• Collect, manage, analyze, and maintain research data using custom computer programs, including data entry, statistical analysis, reporting, and documentation.
• Train and supervise undergraduate, graduate, and research support personnel while participating in professional development activities and supporting overall laboratory administration.

• Research Associate I:
  Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Biomedical Sciences, or related discipline.
• Research Associate II:
  Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Biomedical Sciences, or related discipline plus 3 years relevant professional experience or a Master’s degree in related discipline.

• Master’s degree in appropriate discipline preferred for RA I positions.
• Doctoral degree in appropriate discipline for RAII positions.
• Experience with basic biochemistry, molecular biology, and cell culture techniques.
• Experience with graded exercise testing and background in human physiology and/or biomechanics.
• Experience in observational research, surveys, and questionnaires.
• Familiarity with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and a statistical software package.
• Prior experience in day‑to‑day organization of research projects, including recruitment of and contact with study participants, coordination of data collection activities, and data management.

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

This is an open pool posting; applicants will be contacted only if a suitable position becomes available. Submit a combined PDF file containing your resume and cover letter. The pool expires June 30, 2026.

Colorado State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with collaborative atmosphere, work‑life balance, and opportunities for growth.

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