Entry Level Microbiology Research Scientist Jobs

The Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology (MIP) Department is comprised of over 400 individuals who share a common passion for solving some of the most important human and animal health problems today. Research programs include those related to mycobacteria, retroviruses, prions, and arthropod-borne infectious diseases, as well as the diagnostic investigation of naturally-occurring animal diseases. A leader in education, MIP provides the only microbiology undergraduate degree program in Colorado, a graduate program that provides training in a number of cutting-edge disciplines, and several specialized veterinary residency training programs.
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Position Summary:
The department accepts applications on an ongoing basis from individuals who are interested in obtaining research positions within the department in laboratories in the areas of infectious disease research. The open positions may be temporary or special assignment and may be for limited time periods. This is an open pool, and applications will be forwarded to open positions as they become available.
Research Scientist/Scholar positions are available in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology in the area of infectious disease research. Applicants must have a doctoral or equivalent degree in microbiology, biology, molecular biology, biochemistry or a closely related field.
These positions include interaction with the Principal Investigator as well as other researchers. The individual will be part of a team of researchers completing a federally funded research project and will have a broad range of responsibilities.
Salary Ranges:

• Level I: $60,000 - $105,000
• Level II: $70,000 - $115,000
• Level III: $80,000 - $125,000

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must have a doctoral or equivalent degree in microbiology, biology, molecular biology, biochemistry or a closely related field. Required qualification, rank and salary determined by specific position to be filled.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Level I is for individuals with a recent (less than 3 years) PhD with limited scientific research.
• Level II is for individuals with a PhD with at least 3 years of postdoctoral work or it's equivalent.
• Level III is for individuals with a PhD with at least 7 years of postdoctoral work or it's equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates with knowledge and experience in one or more of the following fields are preferred: bacteriology, virology, parasitology, pathology, immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry, prion biology or vector biology.
Conditions of Employment:
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Supervision:
This position reports to a faculty member within the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology. Day-to-day supervision and expectations are defined by the hiring laboratory.
Full Consideration Date:
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. (MT) on December 31st, 2026.
Application Instructions:
Please submit a letter of intent outlining your specific area(s) of expertise, and a curriculum vitae. This pool is valid through December 31, 2026. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.
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.
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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.
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