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Colorado State University

Research and Special Projects Manager

🇺🇸 Fort Collins, CO

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $65K - $80K

💻 Project Management

🗓️ August 29th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Colorado State University is hiring a Research and Special Projects Manager. The role involves leading operational planning and coordination for events and projects at the CSU Spur Climate Hub and the School of Global Environmental Sustainability, managing partnerships, communications, and supporting Directors with strategic and administrative tasks.

Highlights

  • Lead planning and onsite coordination for Climate Hub and SoGES events including conferences, talks, and receptions.
  • Manage climate-related projects such as transdisciplinary research, industry initiatives, training courses, and climate services.
  • Collaborate with CSU communications staff to create and maintain Climate Hub website content and social media updates.
  • Support donor and partner engagement efforts for Climate Hub and SoGES/CCI.
  • Provide executive support to Directors including scheduling, meeting preparation, and event representation.
  • Bachelor’s degree with five years, or Master’s degree with two years of experience in sustainability, environmental studies, climate change, or related fields required.
  • Experience in large event organization and developing communications materials on climate or sustainability topics.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and ability to work collaboratively with academic and external partners.
  • Salary range from $65,000 to $80,000 annually with full employee benefits at Colorado State University.
  • Position involves occasional travel between CSU Spur and Fort Collins campuses.