Research Administrator

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Pay

$30 an hour
Job type

Temporary

Full-time
Shift and schedule

Overtime
 
Location
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Job address
400 University Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80523
 
Full job description
Classification Title
Temporary Hourly

Employment Category
Temporary

Is this an Hourly position?
Yes

Work Hours/Week
0-40

Overtime Eligible?
Yes

Position Location
Fort Collins, CO 80523

Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?
No

Description of Work Unit
The Department of Clinical Sciences mission is to assure the health and productivity of animals to meet societal needs through high quality educational programs for professional veterinary medical students, graduate veterinarians, and the public through a faculty and veterinary medical center of excellence, and to advance and disseminate comparative biomedical knowledge in an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration.

Search Contact Email
cvmbs-clinsci_hr@mail.colostate.edu

Position Summary
This position will support ongoing research efforts related to HPAI and BLV by assisting with both field and laboratory tasks. Responsibilities will involve working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and farm personnel to ensure accurate sample collection and processing. The incumbent will also contribute to data integrity and analysis as part of a larger research team.
Key responsibilities include:
Preparing and processing collected specimens in the lab, including aliquoting and transferring samples into appropriate containers for downstream analysis.
Maintaining accurate records of all collected and processed specimens.
Conducting data validation to ensure completeness and accuracy of research data.
Performing basic statistical analyses to summarize findings and support ongoing research.
Assisting with additional research tasks as needed, including preparing reports, managing data files, and contributing to team meetings.

Position Minimum Qualifications
DVM degree
Previous laboratory experience


Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with basic data management tools (e.g. Microsoft Excel, statistical software).
Experience with on-farm sample collection procedures.
Interest in infectious disease research, especially HPAI and BLV.
Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative research team.


Posting Details
Working Title
Research Administrator

Posting Number
202500422T

Department
Clinical Sciences

Salary Range
$30

Employee Benefits
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Close Date
06/2+/2025

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.
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.

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, *** 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, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Essential Job Duties
Job Duty Category
Sample Collection & Processing

Duty/Responsibility
Assist with on-farm sample collection for HPAI and BLV research.
Perform laboratory procedures including aliquoting, labeling, and transferring biological samples.
Maintain proper chain-of-custody and biosafety protocols.

United States
Colorado
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