Posting Detail Information

Working TitleResearch Associate I or II - Open Pool

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202301511AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification Title

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week

Proposed Annual Salary Range$45,000 - $70,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees in the following University benefit areas:https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/andhttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on06/30/2024

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 Institute for the Built Environment ( IBE ) is housed within the College of Health and Human Sciences at Colorado State University ( CSU ). IBE is an interdisciplinary group of faculty, students and staff who focus on social and environmental sustainability through the built environment. IBE specializes in program development and management for public and private sector clients for individual buildings, whole organizations, organizational programs, and at the neighborhood or community scale. We provide thought leadership, services, research, and education centered around healthy green buildings, facilitation, community engagement, custom sustainability programs, social science, and regenerative development.

Position Summary

The Institute for the Built Environment seeks applications throughout the year from individuals who are interested in obtaining a temporary (i.e., time-limited) Research Associate I or II position within the unit.

Required Job Qualifications

Research Associate Iapplicants applying for such a position must hold at a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree plus one year experience in an appropriate discipline, such as construction management, landscape architecture, civil engineering or another design and construction related field.

Research Associate IIapplicants should hold a minimum of a Bachelors degree plus four years related experience in stated disciplines above OR a Master’s degree in a related field with at least 2 years of related experience.

• Experience with 3rd party rating systems and related credentials (e.g., LEED , WELL Building Standard, etc.)

• Demonstrated project management abilities, especially working with diverse and interdisciplinary teams.

• Experience in sustainable/green/healthy built environments

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

All applicants should have demonstrated experience in all aspects of day-to-day project management for complex and diverse projects, including coordination of project teams,

organization of data and/or research collection, and orchestration, preparation, and editing of deliverables. Additionally, all applicants should have demonstrated excellent written communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (esp. Word, Outlook, and Excel)

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability and interest in mentoring and managing junior staff and/or students

• Graphic design capabilities and proficiency Adobe Creative Suite, or similar software

• Successful management of sustainability services and/or programs

• Facilitation experience

• Professional consulting experience including project management software, detailed time tracking, and invoicing

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

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please apply with a cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications, a resume or CV, and contact information for 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

This pool expires on June 30, 2024. Applicants wishing to remain in the pool after June 30, 2024 must reapply at that time.

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

Search ContactTamara Martin, tamara.martin@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

Optional Documents