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Research Scientist/Scholar I/ II-Open Pool

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • Fort Collins

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant Doctorate, 3+ years post-doc for II, Colorado psychology license or eligible, bilingual in English/Spanish, grant-writing experience, clinical research background, and trial experience.
  • You will engage in community-focused research, program evaluation, collaborate on studies, analyze data, and disseminate findings through reports and presentations to advance health equity.

Requirements

  • Applicants applying for a Research Scientist/Scholar I position must hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Human Development and Family Studies, or a closely related field.
  • Applicants applying for a Research Scientist/Scholar II position must hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Human Development and Family Studies, or a closely related field, and have at least 3 years of post-doctoral work or its equivalent.
  • License to practice psychology in Colorado or license eligible in Colorado.
  • Experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and/or families from diverse backgrounds and identities.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish oral fluency.
  • Demonstrated capacity, or potential, to support attainment of extramural grants and contracts (for example, as evidenced by receipt of grants/contracts/awards and education training in grant-writing).
  • Postdoctoral clinical and/or research experience Record of high-quality scholarly publications.
  • Experience with clinical trials.

Responsibilities

  • The Research Scientist will work directly to contribute to interdisciplinary, inter-institutional, and stakeholder/community-engaged research activities, program evaluation projects, and Colorado State University (CSU) services delivery, all of which foster grants and contracts. The person in this position will work closely with faculty and staff in the College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS), including the Department of Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) as well as CHHS's other units. Collaborations also typically occur within CSU at large, as well as clinicians, clinician-scientists, and scientists and staff within the Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI), Children's Hospital Colorado's main hospital on the Anschutz Medical Campus and its satellite units and outreach clinics throughout the state, and/or other partners.
  • The Research Scientist will be expected to implement activities within partnerships relevant to prevention and intervention science and services within the state and nationally, with the goal of advancing health equity. As such, this position necessitates an ability to work with a diverse group of professionals and community members/organizations in a self-directed and collaborative manner. Tasks will range from identifying and developing community and stakeholder-engaged research and program evaluation collaborations, developing new ideas for and designing research studies, developing program evaluation plans, analyzing and interpreting data with support from biostatisticians, to dissemination of research and program evaluation findings through research reports, manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals, and presenting findings at local, national, and international workshops and conferences. Evaluation will be based upon HDFS guidelines.

FAQs

What is the work location for this position?

The position is fully in-office/in-person based in Aurora, Fort Collins, and/or surrounding areas.

What are the required qualifications for the Research Scientist/Scholar I position?

Applicants must hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Human Development and Family Studies, or a closely related field.

What additional experience is needed for the Research Scientist/Scholar II position?

Applicants must hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Human Development and Family Studies, or a closely related field, and have at least 3 years of post-doctoral work or its equivalent.

Is there a specific deadline to apply for this position?

Yes, to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on June 30, 2025.

What is the range for the proposed annual salary?

The proposed annual salary range is $75,000-$115,000.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this position?

Yes, preferred qualifications include a license to practice psychology in Colorado or being license eligible, experience working with diverse backgrounds, bilingual English/Spanish fluency, and a demonstrated capacity to support attainment of extramural grants.

What type of research will the Research Scientist be involved in?

The Research Scientist will contribute to interdisciplinary and community-engaged research activities, program evaluation projects, and services delivery aimed at fostering health equity.

Is this position part of a collaborative environment?

Yes, the position encourages collaborations with faculty, staff, clinicians, and community organizations.

What are the essential duties for this role?

Essential duties include developing community-engaged research, designing studies, analyzing data, and disseminating findings through reports and presentations.

How do I submit my application?

All applications must be submitted through the specified website; emailed applications will not be accepted.

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