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Colorado State University Postdoc-CSU/USFS in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitlePostdoc-CSU/USFS
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional PositionYes
Posting Number202400414AP
Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification TitlePostdoctoral Fellows
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week40
Proposed Annual Salary Range$60,000 - $72,000
Employee Benefits
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Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on04/22/2024
Description of Work Unit
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.
The Department of Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences ( ERHS ) houses academic, research and clinical programs that address the promotion of human and animal health. The mission of the department is to deliver excellent education in environmental and radiological health to prepare students to contribute to society; to conduct state of the art research in human and animal health focusing on environmental exposures and clinical applications; and to promote excellence in outreach and service to the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and globally through information transfer, research, continuing education and technical assistance. ERHS is unique in its multifactorial approach to disease that involves chemical, physical, and biological factors. ERHS provides undergraduate and graduate programs leading to BS, MS and PhD degrees.
The Montrose Laboratory studies wildfire smoke health effects through a broad lens from cell to society. Projects focus on understanding the mechanisms underlying the deleterious effects of smoke and identifying vulnerable populations with the ultimate goal of improving health in wildfire impacted regions.
Position Summary
The Fire Management Board recently re-chartered the medical and public health advisory team ( MPHAT ) to focus on firefighter health and well-being with specific tasks to:
Support prioritization and coordination of research related to firefighter health and wellbeing, including environmental hazards and mitigation.
Leverage networks and expertise in medical, public health, mental health, and health care communities of practice and research communities.
Required Job Qualifications
Doctoral degree in environmental epidemiology, occupational health and safety, environmental toxicology, or closely related field or Medical degree with research background.
Demonstrated ability to identify and synthesize relevant scientific literature
History of publishing literature review articles in high quality journals
Preferred Job Qualifications
An interest in working at the intersection of environmental epidemiology, occupational health and safety, environmental toxicology and forestry/fire management.
Knowledge of current policies and practices relevant to wildland firefighter health and safety at the federal level.
Experience planning, organizing and leading meetings, workshops, or symposia.
Website building and maintenance experience and skills.
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategoryLiterature review and sythesis
Duty/Responsibility
- Comprehensive literature review of state of knowledge around wildland firefighter health and wellbeing research
Percentage Of Time25%
Job Duty CategoryWriting
Duty/Responsibility
- Generate peer-reviewed manuscript(s) outlining a science needs assessment reflective of literature review
Percentage Of Time25%
Job Duty CategoryEngage with wildland firefighter stakeholders via key informant interviews.
Duty/Responsibility
This activity will require the postdoc to travel to key locations and meet with stakeholders.
Such locations and stakeholders will be identified in coordination with the mentors, MPHAT and JFSP .
These interviews will build upon the literature review findings to add practitioner-identified needs and gaps.
Percentage Of Time25%
Job Duty CategoryCommunicate and coordinate
Duty/Responsibility
Be a liaison between members of the medical and public health advisory team ( MPHAT ) and between MPHAT and other firefighter health and well-being relevant agencies.
Generate a quarterly report of successes and challenges within MPHAT .
Generate an outward facing web page and/or FAQ sheet to communicate and report deliverables to stakeholders.
Coordinate quarterly MPHAT meetings and agendas.
Percentage Of Time25%
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter which addresses the required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume/CV, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Writing Sample:Please upload a writing sample in the form of a journal article or professional paper you have written.
This posting will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by 4/22/2024.
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 EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search ContactJoiLynn Drescher, joilynn.drescher@colostate.edu
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) .
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 Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume or CV
Writing Samples
Optional Documents
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