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Colorado State University Research Associate II - Mass Spectrometry in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitleResearch Associate II - Mass Spectrometry
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional PositionYes
Posting Number202401518AP
Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification TitleResearch Associate II
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week40
Proposed Annual Salary Range$52,000 - $60,000
Employee Benefits
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Desired Start Date10/14/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on09/16/2024
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 Analytical Resources Core ( ARC ) is an institutional core facility at CSU . The mission of the ARC is to serve as an enabling resource for research and development programs at Colorado State University. We strive to build instrumental capabilities and expertise that exceed the normal resources of individual research programs, and make those technologies available as a shared resource. We also aim to provide an environment rich in expertise and educational resources, and to foster collaboration across the CSU community and beyond.
Position Summary
The RA II will contribute to essential business operations of the ARC through the following activities:
Operation of mass spectrometry instrumentation housed in the ARC facility, in support of ARC mission and services. Responsibilities will include preparation of samples (extraction), instrument maintenance and/or repair, user training and support, and mass spectrometry data acquisition and quality control.
Management of mass spectrometry-related projects.
Independently perform assay development, data analysis and report generation.
Organize and track ordering of supplies and consumables and work with accounting staff to ensure accurate invoicing for services.
Act as direct supervisor/mentor of undergraduate student employees.
Required Job Qualifications
B.S. degree in a related field such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or other relevant field.
3 years of laboratory and/or analytical instrumentation experience.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in any of the following analytical techniques: mass spectrometry, gas and/or liquid chromatography, assay development, instrument maintenance and repair, protein and/or metabolite extraction, derivatization, and protein digestion.
Demonstrated ability to perform instrument operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and or repairs.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to interface with members of the scientific research community and to interact with customers or clients in a service environment.
Diversity Statement
Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategoryOperation of equipment
Duty/Responsibility
Operation of mass spectrometers including preparation of samples (extraction), instrument maintenance and repair, and mass spectrometry data acquisition.
Management of mass spectrometry-related projects. Independently perform assay development, data acquisition, data analysis and report generation.
Percentage Of Time80
Job Duty CategoryLab Organization
Duty/Responsibility
- Organize and track ordering of supplies and consumables and work with accounting staff and supervisor to ensure accurate invoicing for services.
Percentage Of Time10
Job Duty CategoryTraining/Education/Supervision
Duty/Responsibility
- Contribute to facility continuing education, instruct and train facility users and staff, act as direct supervisor/mentor of undergraduate student employees.
Percentage Of Time10
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
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.
To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search ContactCorey Broeckling: corey.broeckling@colostate.edu
EEO Statement
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Background Check Policy Statement
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References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume or CV
Optional Documents