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Position Information

Classification TitleTemporary Hourly

Employment CategoryTemporary

Is this an Hourly position?Yes

Work Hours/Week40

Overtime Eligible?Yes

Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523

Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?No

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.

Search Contact [email protected]

Position Summary

This position will open mail/ UPS /Federal Express packages, accession samples, and route samples to appropriate lab(s). This position will drive a CSU vehicle to perform the daily courier route to retrieve specimens from local customers and candidate must possess or obtain a valid driver’s license by the employment start date and maintain such in good standing for duration of active employment. The individual will also greet the public in person as well as on the phone, answering questions regarding sample submission. Sample handling may include spinning tubes containing blood or other body fluids (possibly infectious), transferring plasma or serum to another tube, and/or splitting specimens to route to multiple laboratory sections. This position requires heavy lifting (approximately 40-50 pounds). This unit is an essential services area and may be open on CSU closure days – ability to work on these days is required. Hourly pay rate is determined by relevant experience.

Position Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to deliver outstanding customer service. Experience working independently as well as a contributing member of a team. Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail and ability to uphold confidentiality policies. Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Must possess or obtain a valid driver’s license by the employment start date and maintain such in good standing for duration of active employment. Ability to lift and transfer 40-50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Flexibility and willingness to accept widely varied tasks and assignments.

Posting Details

Working TitleVeterinary Laboratory Support & Courier

Posting Number202500508T

DepartmentFort Collins Diag Lab

Salary Range15.00-17.00 salary is commensurate with education and experience level)

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 Date08/11/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, current resume, and names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. Cover letter must address how professional experiences align with the posted required and preferred qualifications of the position. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. Desire to hire as soon as possible.

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.

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 CategorySpecimen receipt & processing

Duty/Responsibility

Open packages received through the mail, couriers (Fedex, UPS , local), campus mail service, or those dropped off by students or area clinics. Review submission form(s) to ensure all information is accurate. Based on the sample and test requested: assign accession number(s) and route specimens with necessary form(s) to the appropriate area/section/laboratory. Submission documents are scanned into LIMS system before routing. Separate samples by centrifugation. Distributes blood, body fluids, urine and other samples to appropriate laboratory sections. Position rotates through a series of duties during the morning and will be primarily responsible for receiving and routing of samples in the afternoon along with other employees. Overtime work may be required.

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategoryCourier specimen retrieval

Duty/Responsibility

Drive company vehicle to CSU Central Receiving, Federal Express, UPS , and/or other locations to retrieve packages and laboratory specimens. Perform courier route, as needed.

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategorySample Receiving section tasks

Duty/Responsibility

Consistently provide courteous, responsive and accurate assistance to clients regarding test submission questions, general directions or results. Verify and/or apply Federal Express charges per invoices received from vendor. Create histopathology mailers and ship to customers.

Percentage Of Time10

Job Duty CategorySupport services

Duty/Responsibility

Provide support services for the Sample Receiving area of the laboratory including but not limited to: stocking supplies, daily and bi-annual cleaning of entire area, temperature logging of refrigerators & freezer, unloading palleted supplies and delivering to appropriate laboratory section.

Percentage Of Time10

References

Minimum References Required3

Maximum References Required3

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

+ Resume

Optional Documents