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Working TitleResch Scientist/Scholar II - Robertson Lab

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202301856AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleResch Sci/Scholar II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$75,000 - $90,000

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/.

• For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/.

• For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/.

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

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

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 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.

Position Summary

Our group welcomes applications to a Research Scientist/Scholar II opportunity for a highly motivated and collaborative individual who is capable of independent reasoning and excited about learning new technologies. The successful candidate will participate in the development and application of murine models to study and aid the development of novel therapies for human mycobacterial disease. Additionally, they will bring experience in the fields of host-pathogen interactions while developing skills in drug development. The candidate is expected to participate actively in research of research projects, and to demonstrate initiative by submitting papers to refereed journals and presenting papers at national scientific meetings. The successful candidate will report to Dr. Gregory Robertson and be assigned to the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by start date of employment; the Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Required Job Qualifications

Applicants must hold a PhD, MD/PhD, PharmD/PhD or DVM /PhD in the areas of microbiology and/or immunology and at least 2 years post-doctoral experience. Applicants must have experience in working with bacterial pathogens, BSL3/ABSL3 experience and experience in working with laboratory mice. The successful candidate will possess a strong work ethic, excellent organizational and communication skills, excellent writing skills, knowledge of standard computer applications, and the ability to work productively as a member of a large and diverse research team.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by start date of employment; the Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

The candidate should have familiarity with basic microbiology techniques such as bacterial culture, dilution, and past research experience studying host-pathogen interactions. Preference will be given to individuals with expertise in antimicrobial potency testing and/or nanoparticle drug delivery against pathogenic bacteria.

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 CategoryResearch

Duty/Responsibility

Job duties include:

• The application of established TB murine efficacy models for the study of host-pathogen-drug interactions

• The development and testing of new methods and approaches to understand drug effect

• In vitro and in vivo drug testing for activity, efficacy, and pharmacokinetic studies

• Sample collection and processing for biological testing under A/BSL3 conditions

• Collaboration in imaging and transcriptomic analysis

• Hypothesis generation and testing

• Data interpretation/data reports

• Design of follow-up studies

• Writing and submission of manuscripts for peer reviewed journals

Percentage Of Time80

Job Duty CategorySupervision

Duty/Responsibility

• Training and supervising undergraduate and graduate students

Percentage Of Time10

Job Duty CategoryReport writing

Duty/Responsibility

• Submitting research articles to refereed journals

• Writing reports for internal and external collaborators

• Draft/present scientific talks for National and International scientific conferences.

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration please apply on or before November 5, 2023 by 11:59PM MST . To apply, submit a cover letter, resume or CV, a publication as the primary author, unofficial transcripts, and the names and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. This position will remain open until filled.

In your cover letter, please specifically address the required and preferred job qualifications of this position. A cover letter that fails to address the required and preferred qualifications of this position may not be further considered after review by the search committee.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by start date of employment; the Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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), Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials - BSL-3

Search Contactgregory.robertson@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

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume or CV

• Publication 1

• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents