Open Rank - Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist

Job Summary:

This is a full-time open-rank position at either the Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist level, depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience. The position is based at the Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH), Centers for Health, Work & Environment (CHWE).

The Centers for Health, Work & Environment (CHWE) at the Colorado School of Public Health conducts research, offers education and training, and implements community-based public health projects with the mission of improving the health, safety and well-being of workers, their families, and communities both domestically and internationally. We invite applicants who are eager to become part of a vibrant academic center. We are seeking a highly motivated and versatile Research Scientist (or Senior Research Scientist) to serve in the role of an Industrial Hygienist, conducting occupational and environmental research that is especially applicable to the understanding and preventing the impacts of climate and other environmental hazards on worker health and safety. Competitive candidates will have a track record of conducting and publishing rigorous research in the field of industrial hygiene and exposure by health effects related to workforces in low and middle income countries.

Candidates will have a great opportunity to join a community of researchers and public health practitioners who conduct cutting-edge research in a setting that takes pride in its supportive culture. This position will have opportunities to engage with faculty, staff, and students conducting international and domestic research on impacts of climate on working populations experiencing vulnerability, implementation research in Occupational Health and Safety, and Total Worker Health. The Center is home to two NIOSH-funded Centers: the Mountain and Plains Education and Research Center (MAP ERC) and the Center for Health Work & Environment, a NIOSH Total Worker Health Center of Excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

This person will spend 85 to 100% of their time conducting research, with the possibility of contributing 10-15% of their effort to the teaching mission of the Centers, Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, and Colorado School of Public Health.

* Conduct research-grade workplace exposure assessments for chemical, physical, and biological hazards such as solvents, particulate matter, dust, noise, heat, radiation, mold, or infectious agents

* Participate in international research that requires travel to Latin America for one- to two-week periods multiple times per year based on research protocol needs

* Participate on (or for Senior Research Scientist, lead) exposure assessment teams as part of the CHWE international research team

* Develop and maintain the CHWE industrial hygiene program, including management of essential equipment and supplies to support grant-funded research protocols.

* Establish SOPs and protocols including meticulous attention to data collection, recordkeeping, and integration into data systems in a team science environment.

* Contribute to the design, writing, submission, and publication of peer-reviewed research manuscripts and grants regarding exposures and health effects. In the case of Senior Research Scientist, this may include leadership in the preparation of manuscripts, presentations and grant applications.

* Present research at regional, national, and international meetings

* Optional: Teach exposure science/industrial hygiene/safety courses and content in the Colorado School of Public Health

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of a minimum of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings. Must be willing and able to travel off-campus, including availability to work internationally (especially Latin America) for periods of 1-2 weeks at a time, multiple times a year based on research needs.

Why Join Us:

The Colorado School of Public Health is a collaborative endeavor involving the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz), Colorado State University (CSU), and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). The Colorado School of Public Health is the first and only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top-tier faculty and students from across the country and providing vital contributions towards ensuring our region's health and well-being. Collaboratively formed in 2008 by CU Anschutz, CSU, and UNC, the Colorado School of Public Health provides education programs, including a Master's concentration in global health, innovative research that places the School in the top 20 in NIH funding among Schools of Public Health, and community service that addresses public health issues including chronic disease, healthcare access, climate, and environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, population mental health, ONE HEALTH and injuries for the Rocky Mountain region, nationally and globally.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be classified as Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Research Scientist:

* A Master's degree in Industrial Hygiene, or another closely related field/concentration such as occupational or environmental health, exposure science, or engineering.

* A minimum of 2 years of professional experience.

* Experience in participating in conduct of international research assessing environmental exposures and hazards.

Senior Research Scientist:

* A PhD in Industrial Hygiene or another closely related field/concentration such as occupational or environmental health sciences, exposure science, or engineering.

* Experience in leading teams in the performance of industrial hygiene research or services/practice.

* A minimum of 2 years of professional experience.

* Experience in participating in conduct of international research assessing environmental exposures and hazards.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Certification in Industrial Hygiene (CIH)

* Spanish language proficiency at a conversational level

* Proficiency with data collection and analysis software such as RedCAP, R, SAS, STATA, Excel

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

* Technical knowledge of the principles of industrial hygiene, exposure science, occupational health and safety, toxicology as well as the ability to convey that knowledge to others

* Scientific knowledge: how to identify and understand gaps in research and the principles of study design, methods, data collection, data analysis, interpretation.

* Familiarity with applicable workplace health and safety regulations and recognized exposure guidelines.

Skills

Skills include proficient manual and verbal manipulation of industrial hygiene instruments and management and manipulation of data, including:

Technical:

* Hazard recognition, sampling strategy, instrument use, exposure assessment, control selection, and understanding of toxicology, occupational health, and personal protective equipment

Analytic:

* Interpreting measurements and laboratory results, identifying trends, summarizing results and drawing conclusions based on quantitative and qualitative data

* Applying AI and machine learning technologies as appropriate

* Calibration and maintenance of industrial hygiene/exposure assessment equipment and supplies.

Problem-solving:

* Tailoring sampling strategies, field methods, and recommended changes to work practices and research protocols by balancing health protection, research rigor, feasibility, and operational needs

Collaboration:

* Working effectively with employers, workers, research study subjects, and research collaborators

* Mentoring graduate students and junior faculty members

Communication:

* Writing concise reports and explaining technical details clearly to collaborators

* Contributing to the writing of research manuscripts and grant applications

* Actively participating on interdisciplinary research and public health practice teams

* Teaching students at the graduate level, residents, and postgraduate level trainees

Professional practice:

* Attention to detail, ensuring data integrity and completeness, quality assurance, ethical conduct

* Demonstrating consideration and empathy for study participants, collaborators and other stakeholders

Abilities

* Establish and maintain an exposure science unit in CHWE, including identifying essential equipment and supplies for research studies and assessing equipment performance, calibration, and maintenance.

* Execute exposure assessment/industrial hygiene protocols in field settings including in rural/agricultural communities and businesses in Latin America and U.S.

* Serve as an exposure science/industrial hygiene consultant to collaborators, industries, companies

* Analyze research data, prepare necessary graphs and tables, and collaborate writing rigorous research publications and grant applications

* Prepare and deliver community-facing presentations for different audiences ranging from scientific conferences to meetings with employers, workers, and other stakeholders

* For Senior Research Scientists, demonstrated ability to lead a team in the performance of complex, field based research protocols both domestically and internationally.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Lyndsay Krisher, Lyndsay.krisher@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until 11/3/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Research Scientist: $80,000 to $95,000

Senior Research Scientist: $100,000 to $110,000

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

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Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.