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Research Associate II (Stewart) Part Time

Colorado State University

Colorado State University

Fort Collins, CO, USA
USD 30k-30k / year
Posted on Oct 18, 2025
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Research Associate II (Stewart) Part Time

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Apply online for full consideration by 10/23/2025. Complete application includes: Cover letter addressing your qualifications and how they align with the required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume and contact information for 2 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to 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.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Posting Details

Posting Detail Information
Working Title Research Associate II (Stewart) Part Time
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position Yes
Posting Number 202501552AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Research Associate II
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week 20
Proposed Annual Salary Range $60,000 full time annualized; $30,000 as part time
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 10/23/2025
Description of Work Unit
The Department of Agricultural Biology is committed to excellence in the creation and dissemination of knowledge about insects, plant pathogens, and weeds in agricultural, natural, and urban ecosystems. Our mission is to enhance human well-being by improving ecosystem sustainability. In addition to generating new knowledge, we apply knowledge in entomology, plant pathology, and plant sciences to solving practical problems related to biotic and abiotic plant stress, integrated pest management, and ecosystem health. People in Agricultural Biology participate in and value cooperative and collaborative efforts with other units within the University, as well as with individual stakeholders and other organizations in Colorado and beyond. We hold ourselves to a standard of excellence in teaching, research, extension, and service.
Position Summary
This part-time research associate will be expected to field collection data, analyze data, interpret results, and write and present on results and conclusions, in association and guidance with supervisor and other team members.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the start date. The department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Required Job Qualifications
  • MS in Plant Pathology with an emphasis in Forest Pathology.
  • Knowledge of fungal forest pathogen
  • Skills in field data collections
  • Data analysis skill in SAS or R.
  • The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the start date. The department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Ability to work independently in a research setting.
  • Experience working with large datasets that include molecular and field collected data
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category Research
Duty/Responsibility
  • Perform data analyses to integrate genetic data with field collected metadata to determine pathways of spread and speciation of invasive and native tree fungal pathogens.
  • Present results and prepare manuscripts.
Percentage Of Time 80
Job Duty Category Field work
Duty/Responsibility
  • Remote travel to field sites to collect site data in natural forest stands.
Percentage Of Time 20
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Apply online for full consideration by 10/23/2025. Complete application includes: Cover letter addressing your qualifications and how they align with the required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume and contact information for 2 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to 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.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License
Search Contact Jane Stewart, Jane.stewart@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 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.

References Requested

References Requested
Minimum Requested 2
Maximum Requested 2

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Applicant Documents

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  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
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