Job Information
Colorado State University Research Scientist/Scholar II - Avanzi Lab in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitleResearch Scientist/Scholar II - Avanzi Lab
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional PositionYes
Posting Number202400603AP
Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification TitleResch Sci/Scholar II
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week40
Proposed Annual Salary Range$70,000 - $73,000
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) on05/05/2024
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 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
This Research Scientist position will consolidate an emerging research program pillar of Dr. Avanzi’s research program focused on the validating a new method to measure Mycobacterium leprae’s viability in human and mouse samples, by hiring a senior scientist to conduct advanced research and validation of the method, handle the day-to-day supervision and training of students, research associates and graduate student as well as some of the management and administrative aspects (decision making, report, grant/fellowship application and publication writing, coordination of work with internal and external collaborators, etc.) of this program.
Required Job Qualifications
PhD with at least 3 years of postdoctoral work
At least 5 years of molecular biology experience (amplification based-assays specifically digital PCR )
Experience working in a DNA / RNA laboratory and strong knowledge of molecular biology good practices.
Experience with RNA based assay and optimization of quantitative PCR
Experience in molecular biology and more specifically with DNA / RNA extraction, qPCR, RTqPCR, ddPCR.
Must be meticulous and detail-oriented
Experience supervising undergraduate students
Preferred Job Qualifications
Experience monitoring inventory and ordering laboratory supplies.
Ability to maintain laboratory records.
Willingness to work with clinical samples.
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
Perform optimization of RTqPCR and ddPCR
DNA / RNA extraction
Use technical and conceptual/analytic tools to perform rigorous and timely analyses from qPCR and ddPCR data.
Write and modify standard operating procedure
Percentage Of Time75
Job Duty CategoryLab management
Duty/Responsibility
Help with ordering and overall lab management
Prepare controls for the lab experiments
Percentage Of Time10
Job Duty CategoryReport and manuscript writing
Duty/Responsibility
- Writing reports for publication from research data to be shared with internal and external collaborators.
Percentage Of Time10
Job Duty CategorySupervision
Duty/Responsibility
- Supervision of undergraduate students for qPCR and PCR .
Percentage Of Time5
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. 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.
For full consideration please apply on or before May 5th, 2024 by 11:59PM (MT).
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 Contactavanzic@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.
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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
Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents