The Opportunities
Colorado School of Mines (Mines) faculty have an ongoing need for support of new research projects. This is a pool of candidates for future needs. Candidates will be contacted as needs arise and we appreciate your interest in research at Mines.
Responsibilities will vary per assignment and may include the following:
- Lead independent research activities in collaboration with faculty advisor
- Participate in a weekly 1-hour research group meeting
- Meet weekly with graduate students to provide mentoring and research guidance
- Assist in preparing up to 2 proposals each year
- Lead/submit a minimum of 2 research papers each year, and revise/resubmit others as needed
- Conduct preliminary reviews of student research products: abstracts, posters, proposals, defense presentations, thesis, technical papers
- Assist graduate students in submitting their work for publication, as appropriate
- Present findings at regional and national conferences
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Additional professional development activities as mutually agreed upon by employee and advisor
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD in related field
- Technical expertise related research
- Must be a resident of Colorado upon the assignment commencing
When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.
Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines’ scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society. Today, we are the No. 38 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2023).
Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.
At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that’s manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1 “Very High Activity” research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our size.
Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world’s problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives, experiences and cultures enrich the educational and work experience?
Look to Mines.
Total Rewards
How to Apply
- Cover Letter
- CV
- Statement of research experience and interests (1 page)
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Equal Opportunity
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Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.