Job Information
Colorado State University Postdoctoral Fellows - Open Pool in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitlePostdoctoral Fellows - Open Pool
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional PositionYes
Posting Number202500196AP
Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week
Proposed Annual Salary Range$35,000 - $80,000 Salary commensurate with experience.
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Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on07/31/2025
Description of Work Unit
The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at CSU offers a high quality research and learning environment. Faculty research accomplishments have been recognized nationally and internationally in the areas of biochemistry and molecular, cellular, and structural biology.
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
Position Summary
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology seeks applications throughout the year from individuals who are interested in obtaining postdoctoral research experience in the areas of Gene Expression, Cellular Biochemistry and Structural Biology. Applicants should identify a faculty member of interest for collaboration. A detailed description of the research programs of the individual faculty are available on the department web page www.bmb.colostate.edu/.
The open positions are temporary assignments. Annual terms and reappointment may depend on performance and/or the continued availability of funding.
Required Job Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in a discipline relevant to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Essential Duties
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, submit a cover letter indicating a faculty member of interest for collaboration, a resume or CV, and the names and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of applicants.
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.
The pool is valid through 7/31/2025. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search ContactBiochemistry Main Office (970) 491-5566
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.
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. 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 Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume or CV
Optional Documents