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MIP Research Associates I, II, or III - Bacteriology Open Pool

Colorado State University

Colorado State University

Fort Collins, CO, USA
USD 41,700-75k / year
Posted on Jul 29, 2025
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MIP Research Associates I, II, or III - Bacteriology Open Pool

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please submit a letter of intent outlining your specific area(s) of expertise, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

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.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application; the Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology department will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions.

This pool is valid through 12/31/2025. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

Posting Details

Posting Detail Information
Working Title MIP Research Associates I, II, or III - Bacteriology Open Pool
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position Yes
Posting Number 202500366AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week
Proposed Annual Salary Range $41,700 - $75,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 12/31/2025
Description of Work Unit
The Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology (MIP) Department is comprised of over 400 individuals who share a common passion for solving some of the most important human and animal health problems today. Research programs include those related to mycobacteria, retroviruses, prions, and arthropod-borne infectious diseases, as well as the diagnostic investigation of naturally-occurring animal diseases. A leader in education, MIP provides the only microbiology undergraduate degree program in Colorado, a graduate program that provides training in a number of cutting-edge disciplines, and several specialized veterinary residency training programs.

CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Employers by State!” Click here for the Source article highlighting this achievement.

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
Position Summary
The department accepts applications on an ongoing basis from individuals who are interested in obtaining research positions within the department in laboratories in the areas of Bacteriology research. The open positions may be temporary or special assignment and may be for limited time periods. This is an open pool, and applications will be forwarded to open positions as they become available.

Research Associate positions are available in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology in the area of Bacteriology research. Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biology, molecular biology, biochemistry or a closely related field.

These positions include interaction with the Principal Investigator as well as other research assistants. The individual will be part of a team of researchers completing a federally funded research project and will have a broad range of responsibilities which may include but are not limited to:
  1. General lab organization and ordering of supplies.
  2. Management of records associated with compliance with Human or Animal Institutional Review Board protocols and guidelines.
  3. Data collection and subsequent analysis using custom computer programs.
  4. Data entry and management of electronic data records.
  5. Statistical analysis.
  6. Training other personnel in data collection and analysis.
  7. Supervision of the activities of undergraduate and graduate student research assistants.
  8. Physiological experiments with animals.
  9. Handling of laboratory animals and tissue/blood samples.
  10. Participate in professional development opportunities as appropriate.
  11. Write reports, check documentation, maintain inventory, maintain critical data, and insure compliance with grant criteria.
Required Job Qualifications
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biology, molecular biology, biochemistry or a closely related field.

Required qualification, rank and salary determined by specific position to be filled.

Minimum Qualifications:
Level I is for individuals with a Bachelor’s degree and less than 3 years of relevant professional experience.
Level II is for individuals with a Bachelor’s degree and more than 3 years of relevant professional experience or a Master’s degree with no experience.
Level III is for individuals with a Bachelor’s degree and 5 or more years of experience or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience. Individuals with a PhD who have no experience may also be appointed to this position if appropriate.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States at time of application; the Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology department will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Knowledge or experience in bacteriology demonstrated in submitted application materials.
  • One-year of work experience is also preferred.
Essential Duties
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please submit a letter of intent outlining your specific area(s) of expertise, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

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.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application; the Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology department will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions.

This pool is valid through 12/31/2025. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact MIP HR Team, CVMBS-MIP_HR@colostate.edu
EEO
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.
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. 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
Minimum Requested 3
Maximum Requested 3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
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