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Occupational Ergonomics and Safety TT Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

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Working Title Occupational Ergonomics and Safety TT Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number 202400005F
Proposed Annual Salary Range Assistant Professor: $85,000-$109,000 / Associate Professor: $110,000-$134,000 / Full Professor: $135,000-$150,000
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/ .
Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week 40
Description of Work Unit The Department of Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences (ERHS) houses academic, research and clinical programs that address the promotion of human and animal health. The mission of the department is to deliver excellent education in environmental and radiological health to prepare students to contribute to society; to conduct state of the art research in human and animal health focusing on environmental exposures and clinical applications; and to promote excellence in outreach and service to the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and globally through information transfer, research, continuing education and technical assistance. ERHS is unique in its multifactorial approach to disease that involves chemical, physical, and biological factors. ERHS provides undergraduate and graduate programs leading to BS, MS and PhD degrees.
The Department has a strong tradition in occupational and environmental health, epidemiology, occupational ergonomics and safety, industrial hygiene, toxicology and health physics. Research and collaboration opportunities exist throughout the Department, the University, and at the Center for Work, Health & the Environment at the Colorado School of Public Health.
Colorado State University, with an enrollment of over 30,000 students, is located in Fort Collins at the base of the Rocky Mountains. Less than an hour from Rocky Mountain National Park, Fort Collins is a city of 170,000 with an excellent school system, an expansive park and natural area program with extensive biking, hiking and walking trails, and over 300 days of sunshine each year. Fort Collins is often rated as one of the “Best Places to Live” in the United States. Fort Collins has exceptional and abundant outdoor and cultural activities, and the cities of Boulder and Denver are within an hour drive. More information about Fort Collins and Colorado State University can be obtained https://www.fcgov.com/visitor/ and http://www.colostate.edu/visiting-campus.aspx .
Tenure/Tenure Track? Yes
% Research 40-50%
% Teaching 40-50%
% Service 10%
% Administration 0%
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 02/04/2024
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position Summary Colorado State University (CSU) is searching for a faculty member to lead the nationally recognized program in Occupational Ergonomics and Safety (OES). The OES Program is part of the NIOSH funded Mountains and Plains Education and Research Center with programs also in Industrial Hygiene, Health Physics, Occupational Health Psychology, and Occupational Medicine. There are also opportunities for collaboration with faculty in the Epidemiology, Design and Merchandising, Health and Exercise Science, Occupational Health Psychology, and Environmental Public Health programs as well as the Colorado School of Public Health. Other opportunities with this position include involvement with the NIOSH funded High Plains Intermountain Center for Agriculture Health and Safety (HICAHS) at CSU. Candidates whose research involves occupational ergonomics and human factors, industrial process and product design, industrial engineering, system safety engineering, as well as other occupational health and safety topics are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities include teaching, research and service. Teach and mentor students in our graduate and undergraduate programs in occupational and environmental health with a focus in occupational ergonomics and safety issues. Provide curricular guidance to students, supervise student research, and coordinate with other faculty in successful completion of student theses, dissertations, and research publications. Develop and conduct an independently funded research program in your area of expertise. Serve on committees within and external to the University.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications For Assistant Professor Consideration:

  • PhD or equivalent in Occupational Health, Occupational Ergonomics, System Safety Engineering, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
  • Eligibility to sit for the Certified Professional Ergonomist examination or the Certified Safety Professional examination (or equivalent certification outside of the U.S.) within 3 years of hire date
  • A minimum 3 year history of successful research as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and internal or external funding
  • Teaching experience with an emphasis in occupational ergonomics or occupational safety and health
  • Service experience with professional organizations involved in occupational ergonomics or safety

For Associate Professor Consideration:

  • PhD or equivalent in Occupational Health, Occupational Ergonomics, System Safety Engineering, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
  • Designation as a Certified Professional Ergonomist or Certified Safety Professional or equivalent outside of the U.S.
  • Currently at the rank of Associate Professor or a minimum of 6 years of experience in teaching in occupational ergonomics and safety
  • A minimum 6-year history of external research funding as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and external funding
  • Experience in assisting or directing training programs
  • Service experience (national)with professional organizations involved in occupational ergonomics or occupational safety

For Full Professor Consideration:

  • PhD or equivalent in Occupational Health, Occupational Ergonomics, System Safety Engineering, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
  • Designation as a Certified Professional Ergonomist or a Certified Safety Professional or equivalent outside of the U.S.
  • Currently at the rank of Full Professor or a minimum of 12 years of experience in teaching in occupational ergonomics and safety
  • A minimum 12-year history of external research funding as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and external funding
  • Experience directing training programs
  • Service experience (national and international) with professional organizations involved in occupational ergonomics or occupational safety
Preferred Job Qualifications For all ranks:

  • Interdisciplinary collaboration in training or research centers
  • Additional board certification in occupational safety or other occupational health specializations (e.g. industrial hygiene Total Worker Health, etc.)
Special Instructions to Applicants Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, however for full consideration, applications must be submitted by January 28, 2024, 11:59 pm (MT). Interested applicants must submit electronically:

  • A cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position.
  • Professional CV
  • Statement of teaching experience and philosophy (1 page limit)
  • Statement of scholarly research interests (1 page limit)
  • Statement of commitment to diversity and inclusion (1 page limit)
  • Names and contact information for three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

If you have questions about the position, please contact the search chair, Dr. Bill Brazile ([email protected])
If you have questions about the application process, please contact Jean Runyan ([email protected])
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, [email protected] .
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, [email protected] .
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, [email protected] .
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 expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Search Contact Bill Brazile ([email protected])

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category Teaching
Duty/Responsibility
  • Contribute to the undergraduate and graduate programs in ERHS with a focus in occupational ergonomics and safety issues
  • Provide curricular guidance to graduate and undergraduate students
  • Coordinate with other faculty members in successful completion of student theses and dissertations
Percentage Of Time 40-50%
Job Duty Category Research
Duty/Responsibility
  • Develop and maintain an independently funded research program with a focus on individual area of expertise
  • Supervise student research
  • Coordinate with other faculty members in the successful completion of student research
Percentage Of Time 40-50%
Job Duty Category Service and Outreach
Duty/Responsibility
  • Serve on committees within the department, college and university as well as external to the university
  • Participate in professional organizations relating to discipline interests
  • Contribute to the advancement of occupational and environmental health through activities such as manuscript and grant review, student recruitment, and community outreach
  • Participate in engagement activities with external community partners and agencies
Percentage Of Time 10%

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