Open Rank - Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Environmental & Occupational Health, Centers for
Health, Work & Environment

Job Title: Open Rank - Research Scientist or Senior Research
Scientist

Position #: 00854230 – Requisition #41569:

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
t he 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.
M ust 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
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Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to
ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,
students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct
background investigations for all prospective employees.

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 .