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Working TitleAssistant or Associate Professor- Mammalian Reproductive Physiology

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Posting Number202300356F

Proposed Annual Salary RangeSalary is commensurate with experience and rank at hire. Typical 9-month salary range for Assistant Professor is $85,000-100,000; Associate Professor is $102,000-135,000

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, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

• For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/andhttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.

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Position TypeFaculty

Work Hours/Week40

Description of Work Unit

Leadership in biomedical research, education and outreach is the mission of the Department of Biomedical Sciences. Housed within the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Colorado State University, the unit is an interdisciplinary department including over 40 faculty with strong international reputations, excellence in extramural support, and a history of educational program development and outreach. The department is the home of both undergraduate and graduate majors and delivers anatomy, neuroscience, and physiology teaching to professional veterinary medical students and human medical students. Undergraduate and graduate students participate in cutting-edge biomedical research in three areas of focus –neurobiology, reproductive biology and integrative physiology. Research faculty within the Department of Biomedical Sciences often participate in one of the University-wide Programs at Colorado State University: The Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Laboratory ( ARBL ) or the Molecular, Cellular and Integrative Neuroscience ( MCIN ) program. Additional information about the BMS Department, the faculty, research focus areas, educational programs and service and outreach can be found athttps://vetmedbiosci.colostate.edu/bms/

CSU is located in Fort Collins, Colorado and is a community of 165,000 people located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The city offers outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities and excellent quality of life. Additional information on the city of Fort Collins can be found athttp://www.fcgov.com.

Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes

% Research55

% Teaching40

% Service5

% Administration0

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on11/05/2023

Number of Vacancies1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Position Summary

The Department of Biomedical Sciences ( BMS ) seeks to fill one tenure-track or tenured position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Preference will be given to candidates with a research program in an area of mammalian reproductive physiology/endocrinology that complements existing programs within the department and university. Most reproductive physiology faculty members participate in research on large animals at the Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Laboratory ( ARBL ;https://vetmedbiosci.colostate.edu/arbl/). Current research strengths at ARBL exist in early embryo development, neuroendocrinology, and pregnancy progression and outcomes, with an emphasis placed on relevant livestock and/or human health and disease. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a robust, independent, extramurally funded research program. Opportunities for collaboration exist with faculty in multiple basic science and engineering departments across campus including those associated with the CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Ongoing collaborations also exist with faculty at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Core facilities available include a light and electron microscopy imaging network (https://www.research.colostate.edu/min/) and the University’s Proteomics and Metabolomics Facility (https://www.research.colostate.edu/bio/).

In addition, the person hired into this position will be expected to participate in the departmental teaching mission, by contributing to undergraduate, graduate and/or professional ( DVM , MD) teaching. Effective mentoring and advising of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows are also expected. BMS faculty engage in extensive service and outreach activities which the successful candidate could contribute to depending on interests. This is a 9-month appointment with a primary academic appointment in the Department of Biomedical Sciences.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications

Applicants must have experience in mammalian reproductive biology as evidenced by publication history.

Assistant Professor:

• PhD or equivalent degree

• Minimum 2-years’ experience as a postdoctoral fellow, or currently at the assistant professor rank, and other qualifying credentials

Associate Professor:

• PhD or equivalent degree

• Currently at the rank of associate professor or five or more years of experience at the assistant professor level with evidence of sufficient scholarly activity and other qualifying credentials

For each level, the other qualifying credentials could include: History of grant funding, publications, citations, letters of recommendation, history of invited talks, professional society involvement, creating and directing courses, peer teaching reviews and course surveys, and statements on teaching/research/service. Progress is expected in these areas over time, and whether or not a candidate is qualified at each level is evaluated by department faculty.

Preferred Job Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with a strong record and evidence of competitiveness for national-level funding in mammalian reproductive biology. Preferred applicants will have documented excellence in undergraduate, graduate, professional medicine, postdoctoral, and/or outreach teaching efforts in reproductive biology. Leadership is expected in seeking and obtaining extramural funds and private donations for research, with ability to create a broader public awareness and greater appreciation of the BMS Department, ARBL , the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, and Colorado State University.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested applicants should submit a CV, cover letter, statement of research interests, statement of teaching philosophy, a diversity statement that includes a description of the candidate’s commitment to inclusivity in education and research, and contact information for three professional references by the full consideration deadline of 11:59pm MT on 11/5/2023. Three letters of recommendation will be required for each candidate progressing to an interview. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. Review of applicants will begin after the full consideration deadline and will continue until a successful candidate is found. No mail-in applications or letters will be accepted.

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.

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.

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Diversity Statement

Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.

Search ContactRuss Anthony - Search Chair; russ.anthony@colostate.edu

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryTeaching/Advising/Mentoring

Duty/Responsibility

• This position will contribute to teaching biomedical undergraduate, graduate, pre-professional, and postdoctoral trainees and to outreach teaching efforts, which will be tailored by the successful candidate’s expertise and teaching experience.

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategoryResearch/Scholarly Activity

Duty/Responsibility

• A strong publication record and evidence of ability to secure competitive extramural grant funding is expected.

• This person will be expected to collaborate with basic science research programs within BMS and CVMBS , while also conducting independent research in the reproductive sciences with the expectation of intramural and extramural grants and peer-reviewed publications.

Percentage Of Time55

Job Duty CategoryUniversity & Professional Service/Outreach

Duty/Responsibility

• Service will be provided at the departmental, college, national and international levels.

Percentage Of Time5

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

• Statement of Research Interests

• Statement of Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Optional Documents