Posting Detail InformationWorking TitleResearch Associate II - Engineering ProcessPosition LocationFort Collins, COWork LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-personResearch Professional PositionYesPosting Number202401383APPosition TypeAdmin Professional/ Research ProfessionalClassification TitleResearch Associate IINumber of VacanciesWork Hours/Week40Proposed Annual Salary Range$95,000-$100,000Employee BenefitsColorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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Desired Start Date08/26/2024Position End Date (if temporary)To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on08/18/2024Description of Work UnitColorado State University is a premier public research institution, with over 34,000 students and a focus on sustainability. CSU offers a diverse range of academic programs, including 76 undergraduate degrees, 114 graduate degrees, and 21 professional master’s programs. Renowned for its world-class research, CSU attracts over $370 million in annual research funding, ranking second nationally in federal research support for universities without a medical school.Situated in Fort Collins, a community of approximately 170,000, CSU benefits from its location along the Colorado Front Range, nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains. Fort Collins consistently ranks as one of the most desirable places to live in the United States, boasting a pleasant climate, excellent schools, and abundant cultural and recreational opportunities.The Department of Mechanical Engineering at CSU is a key player in the university’s academic landscape. With 46 faculty members, 13 staff members, 1,000 undergraduate students, and 150 graduate students, it stands as one of the largest and most productive departments on campus. State-of-the-art labs provide hands-on experience for undergraduates, while annual research expenditures exceeding $13 million offer groundbreaking opportunities for graduate students, particularly in areas of health science, materials science, and research on energy and environment.Diversity and inclusion are paramount values for the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The department is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse community, integrating these principles into both education and research. Faculty members actively contribute to this mission, emphasizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice ( DEIJ ) in the curriculum and broader scientific community.For more information, you can visit the Department of Mechanical Engineering’s website atwww.engr.colostate.edu/me/Position SummaryThe Department of Mechanical Engineering at Colorado State University ( CSU ) is seeking a Research Associate in Engineering Process Modeling and Analysis. The selected individual will work with the Principal Investigator at CSU . The position is multi-faceted and will include the following:
Engineering processes modeling of algal systems
Dissemination of results through peer review conference presentations and publications
Research: The research will focus on engineering process modeling of algal systems. Work will include integrating experimental data and other dynamic modeling work into the foundational integrated model.Mentoring: The position includes mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students in collaboration with the PI. This includes working with graduate students to achieve not only research but professional development goals.Dissemination: Journal articles, conference publications, and internal presentations will be generated and disseminated.This is 12 month full-time position (with appropriate benefits: healthcare, medical, dental, vision, retirement.).Required Job Qualifications
Master of Science in science, technology, engineering or mathematics ( STEM ) field
Experience in life cycle assessment ( LCA ) and technoeconomic analysis ( TEA )
Experience with data analysis and interpretation
Experience developing and applying complex systems
Demonstrated ability to produce publications
Strong verbal and written English communication skills
Preferred Job Qualifications
Experience with life cycle inventory
Experience with software appropriate software
Background in statistical analysis and analytics
Diversity StatementAbility to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.Essential DutiesJob Duty CategoryResearchDuty/Responsibility
Development of modular engineering process models
Development of concurrent and spatially explicit sustainability models
Optimization and evaluation of favorable configurations
Data reduction and evaluation of results
Modeling of various agricultural field trials in terms of ( LCA ) and technoeconomic analysis ( TEA )
Percentage Of Time80Job Duty CategoryDocumentation & ReportingDuty/Responsibility
Write manuscripts to disseminate research findings
Support grant proposal reporting and future submissions by compiling data and summarizing results
Percentage Of Time20Application DetailsSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsCSU 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 ContactJason Quinn, Jason.Quinn@colostate.eduEEO StatementColorado 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 StatementColorado 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 RequestedReferences RequestedMinimum Requested3Maximum Requested3Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (). Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
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