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Working TitleClinical Pathology Medical Laboratory Professional

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202501642AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib I

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$50,000-$54,000 -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)

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Desired Start Date01/05/2026

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on11/10/2025

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.

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

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.

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 position will provide medical laboratory technology services to the Clinical Pathology laboratory. This position is responsible for providing clinical laboratory support to the VTH and outside clients primarily by operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, performing appropriate and necessary calibrations and quality control checks to ensure accuracy of results, implementing manual methods, diagnosing and investigating errors, and taking action to correct or refer, computing, recording and reporting results. The work involves the areas of Sample Accessioning, Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Immunohematology, and Fluid Analysis/Cytology.

This position will provide training as necessary, and the applicant will be required to reach the level of competency needed.

This position may be required to step into any laboratory testing situation and complete any laboratory task as a float position between the various sections in Clinical Pathology to relieve the working supervisor and other staff from laboratory testing. This position will be expected to provide exceptional service to clientele.

The applicant should be responsible and able to work in a team environment. This is an essential position, and the employee is required to report to work, without delay, on all/most weather closure days and various holidays throughout the year. This position will be required to report to work for urgent laboratory requests and may be required to work significant hours (exceeding 40 hours per week) for various important diagnostic efforts. The Clinical Pathology laboratory is staffed M-F 6am-2am and Sat-Sun 8am-12am. While this position would have scheduled shifts the majority of the time, the applicant may be asked on short notice to work a shift during any of these hours.

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.

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the department’s commitment to supporting research, teaching, outreach, and professional activities of all clients, coworkers, and students.

Required Job Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biology or other relevant field is required.

+ Associate’s degree in medical technology can substitute for a bachelor’s degree.

+ Graduation from an AVMA approved Veterinary Technology program, credentialed as a Veterinary Technician in Colorado or able to transfer credentialing from another state, and recognition as a Veterinary Technician Specialist by the Academy of Veterinary Clinical Pathology Technicians may substitute for the degree requirements previously listed.

+ A minimum of two years of experience in a laboratory or research setting is required.

+ Demonstrate clear and concise communication skills and attention to detail as evidenced from applicant’s written materials.

+ 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.

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in medical technology or equivalent is preferred.

+ Eligible for or certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists ( ASCP ) or equivalent is preferred.

+ One or more years of clinical laboratory experience in the areas of hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, and coagulation is highly preferred.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryLaboratory Testing and Resulting

Duty/Responsibility

+ Perform routine and non-routine tests and procedures in the clinical pathology lab.

+ Operate independently in performing the full scope of non-routine tests and procedures.

+ Obtain and report laboratory results on specimens received for chemistry analysis, complete blood counts, urinalysis, fluid analysis and others by operating the appropriate lab instruments and/or testing by manual methods.

+ Use laboratory analyzers and attend appropriate training necessary for ongoing competent use. Verify test results by correlating with other laboratory data and quality control and by evaluating and reporting the specimen quality regarding test limitations, physical characteristics, age of sample, method utilized to obtain sample, etc.

+ Modify lab or testing procedures as necessary to gain needed results.

Percentage Of Time75

Job Duty CategoryLaboratory Sample Verification and Charging/Sample Integrity

Duty/Responsibility

+ Ensure sample submitted is labeled appropriately and matches paperwork submitted regarding sample ID and test(s) requested.

+ Expedite sample testing by charging for the ordered tests through the hospital information system software and labeling the samples using the barcode software and slide labeling system.

+ Print a daily and monthly worklog in order to ensure samples are properly charged and completely finished.

+ Initiate communication with clinician and/or student if sample received is improperly labeled.

+ Verify the receipt of quality specimens for clinical pathology testing; including correct labels, correct paperwork, correct sample type, sample quality and sample quantity.

+ Knowledge of what type of sample is needed for each test is essential, as well as knowledge of the different types of anticoagulants used in blood collection which fit the testing protocols.

+ This position must use their judgment and apply this knowledge in varying circumstances in order to expedite getting the test results to the clinician.

Percentage Of Time15

Job Duty CategoryQuality Control

Duty/Responsibility

+ Assure quality results by implementing and evaluating a calibration and quality control program and by taking necessary appropriate corrective action.

+ Execute calibrations and maintenance to maintain instruments and prevent untimely instrument malfunction.

+ Resolve instrument malfunction by applying knowledge of specific instrumentation and implementing troubleshooting procedures.

+ Create log forms to better document activities within the department.

+ Organizes the review of select Standard Operating Procedures ( SOP ) and maintains the SOP action log.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryLaboratory and Equipment Maintenance

Duty/Responsibility

+ Perform daily, weekly and/or monthly maintenance on clinical pathology analyzers and records actions.

+ Systematically organize and maintain laboratory data by filing laboratory results from external veterinary clients and internal/external research project data.

+ Ability to work with laboratory information systems is required to maintain laboratory data and have the skills to access prior results.

Percentage Of Time5

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. References will not be contacted without prior notification to 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.

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 occasional Saturdays needed., 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., Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials - This position handles samples that may contain infectious agents and must follow PPE guidelines and appropriate standard operating procedures.

Search ContactTracy Wangler, [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

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Are you willing and able to report to work during inclement weather, without delay or interruption, to provide essential or emergency services to ensure the health, safety, and welfare?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * CSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory does not follow the standard University Holiday Schedule due to the nature of the business. Monday through Friday is the typical schedule but rotation of holidays is required and occasional Saturdays as needed. Do you understand this requirement?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * The successful candidate must demonstrate U.S. employment authorization by proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Will you have U.S. employment authorization by the proposed start date?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume or CV

Optional Documents