Posting Detail Information Working TitleBackend Services Developer Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition is fully remote Research Professional PositionYes Posting Number202501295AP Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional Classification TitleResearch Coordinator Number of Vacancies1 Work Hours/Week40 Proposed Annual Salary Range$70,000-$75,000 Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. 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, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! Desired Start Date10/20/2025 Position End Date (if temporary)09/30/2026 To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on10/06/2025 Description of Work Unit Veterinary Health System The Veterinary Health System transforms our service units into a comprehensive veterinary medical center governed by responsible management that supports our units’ individual missions. Capitalizing on Colorado State University’s top ranking in veterinary medicine, and building on our tradition of providing high-quality compassionate care and achieving outstanding clinical outcomes, the Veterinary Health System broadens our expertise and skill to deliver the highest levels of customer service, employee satisfaction, and advancements in medicine through clinical service, diagnostics, research, and innovation. Work Unit|Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories Faculty and staff at the CSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories ( VDL ) are among the nation’s finest in their fields of expertise and offer comprehensive diagnostic services. The mission of the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory ( VDL ) is to provide timely, accurate and pertinent animal disease diagnostic services and educational outreach to veterinarians, animal industries and animal interests. The Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory will strive to meet the goals the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and the University through research to develop new approaches to disease identification, investigation, prevention and through education of professional veterinary medical, graduate, and post-doctoral students. Why work at Colorado State University? CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Employers by State!” We are looking to add individuals to our team who have the following characteristics: + Confidence – they expect success in what they do + Compassion – they have genuine care and concern for others + Empowerment – they use their knowledge and skills to adjust, change, and improve daily tasks/work for themselves and others + Integrity – they are honest, and others trust them + Responsibility – they take ownership of decisions and actions Our Investment in You Colorado State University ( CSU ) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits and well-being package that supports you, your health, and your family. These CSU resources help with many aspects of your life – financial, physical, emotional, family, workplace wellness. These resources are part of our investment in you. Employees are benefits eligible when working a minimum of 20 hours per week;benefits outlined below reflect full-time status of 40 hours per week; some benefits would be prorated for part-time status. + Paid time off to include 24 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays annually + Comprehensive benefits programs and services including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Parental Leave, work/life resources, and more + Robust Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) for your overall well-being + FREE college credit courses (up to 9-semester credits per year) through the Employee Study Privilege program + Tuition Scholarships up to 50% for eligible family members + FREE employee growth opportunity through CSU training and development opportunities + After-school programs and summer camps for kids + Community Discounts + FREE MAX transit use with CSU identification For more detail about these and other Health and Welfare benefits and Commitment to Campus programs, visit our CSU Well-Being Hub athttps://hr.colostate.edu/well-being-hub/and our Benefits programs for Administrative Professional employees:https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/. Retirement Programs While employees of CSU do not contribute to Social Security, the University and the state of Colorado offer competitive retirement plans. As a condition of employment and required by Colorado law, employees are required to participate in either the University’s Defined Contribution Plan ( DCP ) or the Public Employee’s Retirement Plan ( PERA ) of Colorado. Each plan offers a generous employer match between 10% – 21%. For more information, visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/retirement/. Tobacco and Smoke-Free Colorado State University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. For the health of our university community, the use of smoking, vaping or tobacco products is prohibited on CSU grounds or in buildings. CSU offers many employee benefits. Please see the Employee Benefits section of this posting Position Summary This position will work for the Colorado State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories ( VDL ). The incumbent will work closely with the National Park Service, Biological Resources Division, and their partners in the Information Resources Management Directorate. The position is full-time (40 hours per week), with a schedule based on partner needs. All work will be sedentary and computer-based. Travel requirements will be minimal to none. This position may be authorized to work remotely. This is a special position, with a one-year appointment. The one-year timeline for delivery of an enterprise-level application is firm. If additional features or coordination and integration with other NPS data systems are needed, additional time in position may be approved, contingent on availability of funding and workload. This position is grant funded, and is contingent on availability of that grant funding. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; Colorado State University Diagnostic Laboratories will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the department’s commitment to supporting research, teaching, outreach, and professional activities of all clients, coworkers, and students. Required Job Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Cognitive Science or other related field, including coursework in: + Data structures and database design + Application programming + Web services and API development + Software engineering principles + Machine learning + Large language models + At least one year of relevant experience in backend or full-stack application development. + The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; Colorado State University Diagnostic Laboratories will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Preferred Job Qualifications + Data science in Python, C# languages, and R programming languages are preferred Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryDatabase Design & Development Duty/Responsibility + Contributes substantially to the design and implementation of a web-based application (Pesticide Use Proposal System, PUPs) that meets the needs of the Biological Resources Division, NPS regional, and park-level staff to manage pesticide and biocontrol use. + Assists biologists and subject matter experts in Integrated Pest Management, as well as Information Resources Management staff, in developing a minimum viable product and agreed scope of work for the project. + Incorporates geospatial capabilities within the application design to support mapping and analysis. + Designs recommendation system to provide users with best management practices for a given pest. + Evaluates system requirements and proposes technical approaches in collaboration with senior NPS developers and architects. + Contributes to the design and implementation of backend services and data storage that support the PUPs application and collaborates with team members on the development of the user interface. + Performs data quality control and ensures accuracy of application outputs. + Delivers mock-ups, development environments, and test versions of the application for customer evaluation. + Contributes to interagency projects and evaluates opportunities for compatibility with other Department of the Interior systems. + Delivers a production-ready enterprise-level application within one year. + Makes recommendations for long-term maintenance and enhancement of the application. + Inform administrators of the technical potential for meeting the defined objectives within timeframe allotted for the project. ( NOTE : remove bullet on scope creep). Percentage Of Time100 Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, please apply by 10/06/2025, 11:59pm (MT). Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Search ContactChristie Mayo, christie.mayo@colostate.edu EEO Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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. References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Resume or CV Optional Documents