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Position Information

Classification TitleTemporary Hourly

Employment CategoryTemporary

Is this an Hourly position?Yes

Work Hours/Week0-40

Overtime Eligible?Yes

Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523

Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?No

Description of Work Unit

The Department of Clinical Sciences mission is to assure the health and productivity of animals to meet societal needs through high quality educational programs for professional veterinary medical students, graduate veterinarians, and the public through a faculty and veterinary medical center of excellence, and to advance and disseminate comparative biomedical knowledge in an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration.

The C. Wayne McIlwraith Translational Medicine Institute ( TMI ) operates under the Department of Clinical Science (College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences) at Colorado State University ( CSU ). The Institute provides a safe, secure, state-of-the-art facility for faculty, scientists and staff for collaborative efforts in the area of research, entrepreneurial business development and continuing medical education aligned to the institute’s mission and vision. The TMI is a 130,000 sq. ft. building that opened in December 2018. This facility has extensive capabilities to engage in basic and clinical research, experimental surgical procedures, hands-on continuing education laboratories, didactic lectures, imaging, 3D bioprinting, as well as cGMP space, food service, and administrative space.

TMI Vision – Innovate medical discovery paradigms and solutions leveraging nature’s healing capacity

TMI Mission – Create novel biologic therapies and learning opportunities uniquely focused on improving the lives of both animals and humans by fostering diverse collaborations of leading scientific minds in a state-of-the-art facility that encourages entrepreneurial models that optimize innovation timelines.

Search Contact [email protected]

Position Summary

The CSUVetCE team @ TMI seeks to provide an unparalleled CE experience everyday…something that we refer to as “CE Elevated”. We believe that people, animals and the planet can be improved when inspired learners, engaged educators and relevant learning experiences collide; that is the purpose, the passion and the why behind our quest to provide CE Elevated experiences.

We host up to 75+ courses each year including a wide variety of small animal, equine and human continuing medical education courses to graduate veterinarians, certified technicians and medical professionals throughout the year. We are a small, but rapidly growing group and now is a great time to jump aboard the CSUVetCE team for the right person. In our busy times, our team can have a series of 7-day work weeks.

Responsibilities for CE lab support will be divided between the CE Lab Coordinator, the CE Lab Assistant(s), this position, and student hourly employees and volunteers.

We’re seeking a motivated, intelligent, responsible, customer-centric and skilled technician to assist with CE lab set up and support, cadaver specimen prep, live animal support, inventory, basic data entry/record keeping, instrument cleaning/sterilization, and general cleaning/laundry. Other duties may include CE course hospitality support. The ideal candidate knows how to work independently as well as in a team and can direct and train a group of student hourly employees/volunteers and enjoys watching them grow under their guidance and leadership. Strong interpersonal skills will help this individual to welcome and work with course participants, CE instructors and external sponsors during CE wet labs. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and written/oral communication skills are needed.

Hours: Part-time (0-40 hours/week) with possible opportunity to expand to full-time in the future; available M – F and rotating weekends (no traditional holidays); shifts may extend outside of normal 8am-6pm business hours.

Position Minimum Qualifications

+ Willingness to work with animal cadavers on a regular basis

+ Willingness/ ability to work after hours or weekends as continuing education courses dictate

+ Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds and push heavy carts

+ Proficient in Outlook, Word, and Excel

+ Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and customer service

+ Exemplary organizational and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

+ Previous experience with animal handling & care; experience performing x-rays.

+ Must be a self-starter and work with minimal oversight;

Posting Details

Working TitleContinuing Education Laboratory Support

Posting Number202500513T

DepartmentClinical Sciences

Salary Range$15 - $20

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.

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Close Date08/01/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

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.

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.

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.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty CategoryCE Course Assistance

Duty/Responsibility

+ Assist the CE Lab Coordinator & CE Lab Assistant(s) to ensure that all CE courses run smoothly

+ Animal cadaver preparation and handling

+ Fulfilling IACUC protocols, animal use, and course needs

Percentage Of Time70

Job Duty CategoryTeaching Lab Inventory/Equipment Maintenance

Duty/Responsibility

+ Develop and maintain a general understanding and trouble-shooting capability of all equipment used in labs (including products provided by external vendors).

+ Animal procurement

+ Post-anesthesia patient recovery and transition of patient care to LAR or other appropriate personnel

+ Equipment maintenance

+ Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly laboratory

+ Dealing with equipment representatives

+ Cadaver procurement/management (including organization of cooler and freezer areas for CE)

Percentage Of Time30

References

Minimum References Required3

Maximum References Required3

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

+ Resume

Optional Documents