Resch Sci/Scholar I

Posting Detail InformationWorking Title

Resch Sci/Scholar IPosition Location

Fort Collins, COResearch Professional Position

YesPosting Number

201900914APPosition Type

Admin Professional/ Research ProfessionalNumber of VacanciesWork Hours/Week

40Proposed Annual Salary Range

55,000-75,000Desired Start Date

01/01/2020Position End Date (if temporary)To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on

11/15/2019Description of Work UnitThe Department of Human Development and Family Studies is one of eight academic programs in the College of Health and Human Sciences. Colorado State University is Colorado’s land grant institution and holds the Doctoral/Research University – Extensive classification from the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. CSU’s Prevention Research Center conducts community-based intervention research to build health and wellness and prevent problem behaviors across the lifespan.Position SummaryThe Research Scientist I works directly with Prevention Research Center Director to conduct research and evaluation projects. This person would also collaborate with faculty in the department of Human Development and Family Studies, the College of Health and Human Sciences, and the University as well as faculty and researchers at other academic institutions to build research partnerships relevant to prevention science in the state, nationally and internationally. As such, this position requires an ability to work with a diverse group of professionals in a self-directed, yet collaborative manner. Research projects may cover a broad spectrum of basic research to longitudinal intervention studies. The Research Scientist I is expected to work with the director on tasks such as: identifying and developing research collaborations, developing new ideas for and designing research studies, developing program evaluation plans, analyzing and interpreting data, writing research reports, submitting manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals, presenting findings at workshops and conferences and identifying funding mechanisms at the federal and private levels. Evaluation will be based upon HDFS guidelines.Required Job Qualifications PhD in Human Development and Family Studies, Psychology, Public Health or related field

Record of high-quality scholarly publications

Potential to obtain extramural funding (e.g., experience writing grants, obtaining external funding, coursework in grant writing)

Strong Understanding of Prevention Science

Excellent written communication skills

Ability to work independently and in teamsPreferred Job Qualifications Postdoctoral research experience

Experience with community-based intervention trials

Strong methodological and statistical skills.Diversity StatementPersonal and professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by involvement in teaching, research, creative activity, service to the profession and/or diversity/inclusion activities.Essential DutiesJob Duty Category

Project ManagementDuty/Responsibility

Acting as principal investigator on multiple research projects

Oversight of large multi-sight Statewide project

Developing and managing budgets on externally funded projects

Community outreach

Communication with funding agency – Colorado Health Foundation

Direct team of researchers and students

-Work effectively on multi-disciplinary teams with external and internal partners to

conduct, manage, or lead large research projects

Percentage Of Time

80Essential DutiesJob Duty Category

Project DevelopmentDuty/Responsibility-Develop research designs for research studies and large research projects

-Collaborate with Faculty to actively pursue grant and contract funding

-Conduct secondary analyses of existing data sets and prepare manuscripts for

publication

-Develop collaborations with other local, state and national academic researchers

which support publications and grant fundingPercentage Of Time

10Essential DutiesJob Duty Category

Prevention Research CenterDuty/Responsibility

Planning and Budgeting for Center

Community outreach

Staff supervision

Proposal Writing

Percentage Of Time

10Application DetailsSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsTo apply please submit a cover letter; curriculum vitae; statement of research interests; names and contact information for 3 references, and 3 recent peer-reviewed journal articles. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)Search Contact

Nathaniel Riggs, nathaniel.riggs@colostate.eduEEO 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 or expression, or pregnancy and 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/equal access/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. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.The Acting Title IX Coordinator is the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs, 201 Administration Building, Fort Collins, CO. 80523-8004, (970) 491-5312.The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Associate Vice President for Human Capital, Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.Background Check Policy StatementColorado State University (CSU) 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. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will 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 Requested

3Maximum Requested

3Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

Publication 1

Publication 2

Publication 3

Statement of Research Interests

Optional Documents