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Research Associate III - Wyoming Institute for Disabilities

Position Number: 6932314
Location: Laramie, WY
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Research Associate III - Wyoming Institute for Disabilities

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Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW's Benefits Summary.

JOB TITLE:

Research Associate III

JOB PURPOSE:

Plan and design complex research project(s). Organizes, preserves, analyzes, interprets, and disseminates high quality data related to activities, operations of WIND projects and research under the direction of WIND Director of Research and Evaluation and in collaboration with WIND leadership. Coordinates a Community Research Network.

This position is grant funded and considered at-will employment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare grant applications, contracts, and related budget recommendations.
Design, manage, and participate in all phases of research projects including researching, editing, planning, and supervising staff.
Serve as technical consultant and coordinator of a major research project(s) by developing research objectives, determining variety and depth of control/experimental tests and procedures, and integrating diverse phases of laboratory experiments to assure optimal utilization of personnel and equipment.
Initiate quality control procedures; revise established tolerances as necessary or desirable.
Conduct advanced stages of experimentation that require the application of methods and procedures for which precedents may not exist.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide consultation or training to the public or University community; conduct workshops.
Research literature to define additional research needs specific to methodologies and to prepare manuscripts.

COMPETENCIES:

Analysis/Problem Identification
Attention to Detail
Collaborate
Formal Presentation Skills
Independence
Safety Awareness
Strategic Planning

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelors's degree in a field related to area of research

Experience: 3 years work-related experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master's degree in a field related to area of research such as psychology, sociology, public health, other behavioral of social sciences

Experience: 5 years work-related experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

Statistical or applicable science theory and concepts related to disabilities, health systems and/or social sciences.
Data recording, data interpretation and analysis, and documentation preparation, quantitative and/or qualitative.
Grant writing expertise.
Communication and report writing theory, methods, concepts and techniques.
Supervision and project management methods and techniques.

Skills and Abilities to:

Independently design and perform and/or supervise research and evaluation projects following quality controls.
Collaborate with researchers.
Perform literature searches.
Write research reports, design and give research presentations.
Supervise and train others.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

Cover letter
Resume or C.V.
Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6932314&targetURL=

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/

Job Identification: 260350
Apply Before: 03/11/2026, 05:59 AM
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US
Posted Salary Range: $46,800 - $55,008.00
Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40
Travel: Yes, 10%

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