Research Assistant – Colorado State University, United States

UNITED STATES
Posted 9 months ago
Position Information

Classification Title Temporary Hourly
Employment Category Temporary
Is this an Hourly position? Yes
Work Hours/Week 0-40
Overtime Eligible? Yes
Position Location Fort Collins, CO 80523
Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work? No
Description of Work Unit Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Colorado State University is committed to embracing diversity through the inclusion of individuals reflective of characteristics such as age, culture, different ideas and perspectives, disability, ethnicity, first-generation status, familial status, gender identity and expression, geographic background, marital status, national origin, race, religious and spiritual beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, physical appearance, medical diagnosis, documentation status, and veteran status with special attention given to populations historically underrepresented or excluded from participation in higher education.
The University’s commitment to diversity is a longstanding one that reflects our role and mission as a land-grant institution. Colorado State University is Colorado’s land grant institution and holds the Doctoral/Research University– Extensive classification (R1) from the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education.
The Department of Occupational Therapy is one of eight academic units in the College of Health and Human Sciences. The Department has 50 entry-level doctoral (OTD) students/cohort, 15 Ph.D. students, and 24 faculty and staff. Occupational Therapy is ranked in the top 10 in the nation and holds a3-part mission of teaching, research/scholarly work, and outreach/engagement/service. In addition to the academic unit, the Department comprises two outreach and research arms: the Assistive Technology Resource Center and the Center for Community Partnerships.
The Brainwaves Research Laboratory is an interdisciplinary lab and has faculty and students from multiple departments and colleges. The Director of the Brainwaves Research Laboratory, Dr. Davies, is a faculty member in the Department of Occupational Therapy. The lab is housed in the CSU University Center for the Arts. Here is a link for the Brainwaves Research Laboratory .
Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000-foot peaks. Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 170,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with the amenities of a large city (e.g., access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities).
To learn more about the Department, visit our web site at:
www.chhs.colostate.edu/ot/.
Search Contact Email patricia.davies@colostate.edu
Position Summary Dr. Patricia Davies’ ICR Grant. The successful applicants will assist in all aspects of EEG and behavioral studies in the Brainwaves Research Lab. Duties/Responsibilities:
– Collect EEG and behavioral data
– Analyze and disseminate findings
Position Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree
– Must have some experience collecting EEG data
– Must have completed the CITI training for collecting human subject data
– Must have some exposure to analyzing EEG data
– Must have introductory understanding of quantitative analysis methods
– Must be able to work independently
Preferred Qualifications Knowledge about Occupational Therapy.
To learn more about the Department, visit our web site at:
www.chhs.colostate.edu/ot/.

Posting Details

Working Title Research Assistant
Posting Number 202400182T
Department Occupational Therapy
Salary Range $15 – $20
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, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

  •  For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
  • For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/ .
  • For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/ .
Close Date 03/15/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume addressing the required and preferred qualifications.
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 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, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty Category Collect and Analyze Data
Duty/Responsibility -Data collection
-Analyze and disseminate findings
Percentage Of Time 100

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