Awards may be made to senior scientists including those on sabbatical leave or recent Ph.D. recipients. Those receiving the awards will pursue their own research programs, collaborate with existing programs, and participate in Institute seminars and functions. Selection is based on the likelihood of an active exchange of ideas between the Fellows, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Colorado State University and CIRA scientists.
Salary is negotiable based on experience, qualifications and funding support.
The program is open to scientists of all countries. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding affirmative action requirements. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in Room 21, Spruce Hall. In order to assist Colorado State University in meeting its affirmative action responsibilities, ethnic minorities, women, and other protected class members are encouraged to apply and to so identify themselves. Senior scientists and scientists from foreign countries are encouraged to apply and to combine the CIRA stipend with other support.