Job Description

Position Summary

The Department of Animal Sciences seeks applications on an ongoing basis from individuals who are interested in obtaining research positions at the Eastern Colorado Research Center (ECRC), Akron, CO location.

Full Consideration Deadline

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. (MT) on June 30, 2026.

Salary Range:

$35,000-$45,000

Essential Job Duties

• Monitors cattle breeding, calving, processing, branding, identifying and treating sick animals and administering weekend feeding. Data collected informs research which entails recommendations that impact the health and well-being of the cattle and impacts future management practices.

• Monitors and facilitates feedlot facilities usage to include cleanliness, inventory, and equipment functionality, monitor health and wellness of cattle, asses, clean and refresh feed and water quality, objective is to maximize animal welfare.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires).

Ability to accommodate demands beyond the set full-time work week.

Ability to live on-site in provided accommodations.

Valid Driver's License

Supervision

Dependent Upon Position

Minimum Qualifications

• Research Associate I is an entry-level position for individuals with a bachelor's degree or commensurate specialized experience and/or training, and less than 3 years of professional experience.

• Research Associate II includes individuals with an RA1 + 3 years' experience or bachelor's degree + 3 years of professional experience, or a master's degree.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials: A cover letter addressing relevant education/experience as well as research interests and a Resume or Curriculum Vita.

This is an open pool posting. Applications will be reviewed as hiring needs arise. This pool will expire on June 30, 2026, 11:59 pm (MT). Applicants wishing to be reconsidered beyond this date must reapply.

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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.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.