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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

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 is designed to support the varied needs of the Colorado State University Diagnostic Laboratories. The successful candidate will have the flexibility to work in multiple sections and the willingness to accept widely varied tasks and assignments.Laboratory technical work is not guaranteedand is based on both business need and qualifications/experience level of selected applicant. Candidate must be available for flexible work hours with some work outside normal operating hours. More than 40 hours of work may be required some weeks, depending on case load (overtime will be paid). The position is full-time with determination of schedule based on current section needs and input from the employee. Weekend work may be required, based on case load and scheduling needs.

Examples of tasks can include but are not limited to:

-Data entry, case review, & invoice customers for services provided

-Add documents to quality management application

-Open packages received via / UPS /Federal Express, accession specimens, & deliver to appropriate lab(s)

-Perform daily courier route to retrieve specimens from local customers (requires a valid driver license)

-Centrifuge tubes containing blood or other body fluids (possibly infectious), transfer plasma or serum, and/or split specimens to deliver to multiple laboratory sections

-Laboratory sample organization, preparation, and/or testing (position may include some testing based on applicant qualifications/experience level and needs of various sections – laboratory work is not guaranteed)

- Make sample collection media tubes

- Assemble sample collection kits

-Unload palleted supplies and deliver to appropriate laboratory section

-Various support duties for other members of the diagnostic laboratory staff and faculty.

Position Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.

Experience working in a laboratory setting.

Posting Details

Working TitleVeterinary Laboratory Support

Posting Number202500676T

DepartmentFort Collins Diag Lab

Salary Range15.00

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 Date10/13/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

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

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 CategoryPaperwork Management, Data Entry, Invoicing

Duty/Responsibility

This position will organize submission paperwork for the business office and laboratory sections. The incumbent will perform data entry of accession information into the LIMS system verifying correct veterinarian/owner information and test chosen. Knowledge of tests, times/dates run, and pricing information is essential. Adding documents to quality management application. Scanning documents into appropriate accession and updating data/charges is a function of this position. The incumbent may also be responsible for Invoicing cases after lab personnel complete testing. This requires verification of correct test choices and prices, application of any panel/screen variables, and assurance of correct billing party. Other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time90

Job Duty CategorySample Receiving and Laboratory Support

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. Scan submission documents into LIMS system before routing. Separate samples by centrifugation. Distribute blood, body fluids, urine and other samples to appropriate laboratory sections. Position may rotate through a series of duties and may be primarily responsible for receiving and routing of samples.

-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.

-Laboratory support tasks may include but are not limited to: stocking supplies, daily and bi-annual cleaning of entire area, temperature logging of refrigerators & freezers, entering test results into LIMS system, unloading palleted supplies and delivering to appropriate laboratory section and other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time10

References

Minimum References Required3

Maximum References Required3

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter

Optional Documents