Research Associate III - Sustainability Engineer

Colorado State University is hiring a Research Associate III - Sustainability Engineer in Fort Collins, CO. The position focuses on sustainability research, including techno-economic analysis and life cycle assessment. Responsibilities include mentoring graduate students and disseminating research findings. Applicants should have an MS in a STEM field and relevant experience. This is a full-time, in-office position with a salary range of $110,000 - $120,000 and includes benefits.
Research Associate III - Sustainability Engineer

Working Title: Research Associate III - Sustainability Engineer

Position Location: Fort Collins, CO

Work Location: Position is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional Position: Yes

Posting Number: 202500091AP

Position Type: Admin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification Title: Research Associate III

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Hours/Week: 40

Proposed Annual Salary Range: $110,000 - $120,000

Employee Benefits: Colorado State University is not just a workplace; its a thriving community thats transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 02/24/2025.

Description of Work Unit: Colorado State University is a premier public research institution, with over 34,000 students and a focus on sustainability. CSU offers a diverse range of academic programs, including 76 undergraduate degrees, 114 graduate degrees, and 21 professional masters programs. Renowned for its world-class research, CSU attracts over $370 million in annual research funding, ranking second nationally in federal research support for universities without a medical school.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at CSU is a key player in the universitys academic landscape. With 46 faculty members, 13 staff members, 1,000 undergraduate students, and 150 graduate students, it stands as one of the largest and most productive departments on campus.

Position Summary: The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Colorado State University (CSU) is seeking a Research Associate in Sustainability Analysis. The selected individual will work with the Principal Investigator at CSU. The position will include the following:

Research: Focus on sustainability research, emphasizing techno-economic analysis (TEA) and life cycle assessment (LCA). Develop engineering process models to evaluate economic and environmental impacts. Projects include a novel wastewater treatment system and assessing the economics of fusion first wall materials.

Mentoring: Mentor graduate students in collaboration with the PI, aiding in research and professional development.

Dissemination: Generate and disseminate journal articles, conference publications, and internal presentations.

This is a 12-month full-time position (with appropriate benefits: healthcare, medical, dental, vision, retirement).

Required Job Qualifications:
• MS in STEM field.
• Four years of work-related experience.
• Demonstrated experience with system modeling.
• Experience with life cycle assessment and techno-economics applied to wastewater treatment.
• Experience with life cycle assessment and techno-economics applied to algal biorefining.
• Experience in water quality trading and carbon credits.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not sponsor a visa for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.

Diversity Statement: Ability to advance the departments commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching, and outreach with relevant programs, goals, and activities.

Job Duty Category: Research
• Development of modular engineering process models.
• Development of concurrent and spatially explicit sustainability models.
• Optimization and evaluation of favorable configurations.
• Data reduction and evaluation of results.

Percentage Of Time: 80%

Job Duty Category: Documentation & Reporting
• Write manuscripts to disseminate research findings.
• Support grant proposal reporting and future submissions by compiling data and summarizing results.

Percentage Of Time: 20%

Special Instructions to Applicants: Interested applicants must submit a cover letter addressing how education and professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications, a current resume or CV, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Conditions of Employment: Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).

EEO 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/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions.

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers, and students.

References Requested:

Minimum Requested: 3

Maximum Requested: 3

Supplemental Questions: Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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