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Working TitleVeterinary Pathologist

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202500662AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$120,000-$140,000 (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 Date07/01/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on06/30/2025

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.

The Colorado State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories currently have 16 anatomic pathologists and 8 clinical pathologists active in pathology service activities. Additional resources include diagnostic virologist, microbiologist, and parasitologist faculty. To review more of the CSU VDL’s offerings please visit http://csu-cvmbs.colostate.edu/vdl/Pages/default.aspx.

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 Commitment to Inclusive Excellence – they engage principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in all they do, valuing a supportive community where everyone’s contributions are valued, and all voices are heard 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/.

Campus Culture and Principles of Community

Colorado State University has a campus culture that is driven by a desire always to do better and a vision to be the best place to learn, work, and discover. Our Principles of Community – Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice – reflect our core values and support CSU’s mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement. Each member of our community has a responsibility to uphold these principles when engaging with one another and acting on behalf of the University. For more information visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/.

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.

Position Summary

This is an Administrative Professional Veterinary Anatomic Pathologist position at the Colorado State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory ( CSUVDL ) in Fort Collins, Colorado. This is an in-person position. This is a full-time position, and the candidate will be scheduled for service on a daily basis, excluding time off for leave, professional development and other general duties. This position will be scheduled on both biopsy and necropsy service (rotating days, likely with more necropsy service than biopsy service) and will include teaching and training duties for veterinary students and residents.

This position will require after-hours and weekend work, based on caseload and urgent testing or laboratory needs. Weekend work includes 1-2 weekend rotations per month. This is an essential position, and the employee will be required to report to work, without delay, on weather closure days and various holidays throughout the year. This position will be required to report to work for emergency disease response requests and may be required to work significant hours during a disease outbreak detection and response effort or other important diagnostic effort.

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.

Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search, and motor vehicle history.

Required Job Qualifications

+ A DVM or equivalent degree is required.

+ American College of Veterinary Pathologists ( ACVP ) board certification is required.

+ A license to practice veterinary medicine in Colorado or eligible to obtain a license is required.

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ A minimum of 2 years of experience in a veterinary diagnostic laboratory, post residency, is preferred.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryVeterinary Pathology Services

Duty/Responsibility

+ This position will provide veterinary pathology services to the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. This will include biopsy and necropsy service. VDL clients include both internal and external submitters and a wide variety of sample types are submitted from all animal species.

+ When on biopsy service, this position will be expected to work up to reading a minimum of 6 biopsy cases per hour (with exceptions for complex cases). Slides can be scanned into digital images for examination or physically reviewed. Total biopsy caseload or the laboratory exceeds 120 cases per day, and this caseload is divided between the on duty pathologists each day. This position may read cases with residents, depending on scheduling between the on duty pathologists.

+ When on necropsy service, this position will be expected to handle the daily caseload (anywhere from 1-15 animals per day), with the help of anatomic pathology residents. During necropsy service, this position will be required to provide education to veterinary students on necropsy rotation and training to veterinary residents. This position will also consult with our branch laboratories to provide necropsy consult services and necropsy histopathology for branch lab cases.

+ Results interpretation will be submitted in the VDL laboratory information management system ( LIMS ) and pathologists are expected to provide case consults to clients, as appropriate. Results are expected to be accurate and timely. This position will be expected to meet all stated VDL turnaround times and provide exceptional customer service to VDL clients. This position will be required to return client contacts and consult with clients promptly, as needed.

+ This position will be expected to positively interact with and support the faculty and staff of the VDL . This position is also expected to positively interact with various internal and external stakeholders, clients, and government personnel, and advance the reputation of the VDL .

Percentage Of Time85

Job Duty CategoryQuality Assurance/Quality Control

Duty/Responsibility

+ This position will be expected to participate in the VDL Quality Management System. Duties include reading and training on standard operating procedures, participating in audits and proficiency testing and completing quality control documents. This position will be expected to detect any case, testing or equipment issues and troubleshoot problems independently. This position will resolve any non-compliant equipment or assay issues and notify the Director of any threats to testing or laboratory quality.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryMeetings and Professional Development

Duty/Responsibility

+ In-state and out of state travel will be required to attend national meetings, trainings, and participate in various laboratory projects and initiatives. It is expected that this position will interface with state and federal stakeholders and national colleagues and continually work to improve and expand on the VDL’s reputation and caseload.

+ This position will help coordinate various special projects for the VDL , which could include projects such as designing testing panels, attending livestock meetings to provide updates on VDL activities, and assisting with strategic initiatives.

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references.

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.

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. 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), Essential Services Designation - Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare, Shift Work - CSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory does not follow standard University Holiday Schedule due to the nature of the business. Monday through Friday is typical schedule but rotation of holidays is required and rotation of Saturdays is required., On-call Status - In the event of an emergency is declared by the Veterinary Diagnostic Lab Director, needed to meet NAHLN requirements, overtime work or work outside normal operating ours will be required.

Search ContactDr Chad Frank, [email protected]

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

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume or CV

Optional Documents