Job Description

Position Summary:

The Center for Vector-Borne Infectious Diseases at Colorado State University is seeking self-motivated researchers to contribute to ongoing studies of tick-borne disease ecology. The researchers will work with field-derived ecological datasets, conduct statistical analyses, and contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts and other research products. This position is well suited for individuals with previous research experience in tick ecology. Researchers will work collaboratively while completing tasks with an appropriate level of independence.

Essential Duties:

• Clean, organize, document, and analyze data generated through field and laboratory research

• Conduct statistical analyses using R or other appropriate analytical software

• Create figures, tables, and summaries for manuscripts, reports, and presentations

• Review and interpret relevant scientific literature

• Assist with drafting, revising, and formatting scientific manuscripts

Conditions of Employment:

None

Supervision:

None

Required Job Qualifications:

• Previous research experience in tick ecology

• Experience using R for data management, statistical analysis, or visualization

• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative research team

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to communicate research findings clearly in written and verbal formats

• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Previous experience working on tick-borne disease research projects within the Center for Vector-Borne Infectious Diseases or a comparable research program

• Familiarity with datasets generated through tick collection, vegetation surveys, wildlife monitoring, pathogen testing, or other field-based ecological research

• Experience with generalized linear models, mixed-effects models, spatial analyses, or other statistical methods commonly used in ecological research

• Experience creating publication-quality figures and tables in R

• Experience preparing scientific manuscripts, reports, abstracts, or presentations

Salary Range

Required Application Documents

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Employee Benefits

Colorado 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, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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.