Research Associate I : Applicants must have at least one of the following post-baccalaureates (or equivalent) experience level:
B.A./B.S. in a related field.
OR
Associate degree in a related discipline plus 2 years of relevant, specialized training/experience.
High School Diploma ( or GED ) plus 4 years of relevant, specialized training/experience.
AND
1- 3 years of relevant professional experience.
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and customer service.
Exemplary organizational and time management skills.
Successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by time of application; the Animal Sciences department will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions.
Research Associate II : A pplicants must have at least one of the following post-baccalaureates (or equivalent) experience level:
3 or more years of relevant professional experience or a master's degree with no experience.
Research Associate III : Applicants must have at least one of the following post-baccalaureates (or equivalent) experience level:
5 or more years of experience or a master's degree with 2 years of experience. Individuals with a PhD who have no experience may also be appointed to this position if appropriate .
The successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. by date of hire; the Animal Sciences department will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions.
Conditions of Employment:
Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires).
Salary Range
$47,000-$92,000
Required Application Documents
Cover Letter, Resume/CV
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Job Description
Job Description Summary:
AgNext is a leader for research in animal and ecosystem health while enhancing profitability of the supply chain and serves as the crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers to come together to innovate real time solutions for sustainable animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a continued safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities.
Temporary part-time or full-time Research Associate I, II, III positions may become available throughout the year with AgNext at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado. These positions will focus on advancing the sustainability, productivity, and resilience of beef and/or dairy systems through independent and collaborative research. A B.A./B.S. in a related field at the time of hire is required.
This pool will close at 1 1:59 P M (MT) on 6/30/26 . Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.
Essential Job Duties:
Essential job duties vary depending on supervising faculty member, but may include:
Conducting laboratory, field, or computational research activities.
Collecting, managing, and analyzing research data.
Assisting with experimental design and protocol implementation.
Maintaining laboratory equipment, materials, and documentation.
Contributing to manuscripts, reports, and presentations.
Collaborating with faculty, staff, graduate students, and other research personnel.
Specific duties will be defined at the time of hire by the supervising faculty member.
Supervision:
This position reports to a faculty member within the Department of Animal Sciences. Day-to-day supervision and expectations are defined by the supervising faculty member.
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