Posting Detail Information

Working TitleDVM Anatomy Laboratory Coordinator

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202401851AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleTechnical/Support II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$60,000 - $65,000

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on11/11/2024

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The Department of Biomedical Sciences ( BMS ) in the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences ( CVMBS ) is a major locus for biomedical education including undergraduate, graduate, veterinary and post-doctoral training and for translational biomedical research at Colorado State University. BMS houses more than 30 research laboratories. Faculty members’ interests run the gamut from human and animal anatomy and neuroanatomy, reproductive biology and endocrinology to molecular neuroscience and cardiovascular physiology.

Position Summary

BMS is seeking a full-time DVM Anatomy Laboratory Coordinator to oversee the new DVM anatomy teaching collection and launch of the new DVM curriculum. This position will work with existing BMS anatomy teams and faculty to support the CVMBS teaching mission, including being a liaison with multiple Veterinary Health System ( VHS ) partners including Clinical Sciences faculty. This person will serve as a Coordinator for the new DVM Veterinary Health and Education Complex ( VHEC ) wet-lab and associated areas. They will support delivery of the current DVM curriculum and will be integral for the development and launch of the new curriculum.

This person will develop specimen preservation methods for a formaldehyde free anatomy program and assess DVM teaching needs to ensure that specimens and teaching methods are prepared for the new curriculum and teaching space launch in Fall 2026. Specifically, this person will be preparing traditional and innovative teaching specimens, preparing teaching spaces, coordinating animal anatomy needs, and serving as the point of contact for the DVM Anatomy teaching team. This position is not expected to teach but will work with the animal anatomy teaching teams within BMS and the Veterinary Health System to facilitate animal anatomy and professional education across programs. This position will supervise and train student hourliesto work with anatomy teaching teams and program staff to facilitate management of anatomy facilities and resources. The applicant should be responsible and able to work in a team environment.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the time of hire; the Biomedical Sciences department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in pathology, anatomy, biomedical sciences, zoology, biology, or related field and one year of laboratory-based experience are required. A Master’s degree in the sciences may substitute for the BS and experience.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Strong organizational and scheduling skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook365, as well as Adobe.

• Working knowledge of domestic animal anatomy as demonstrated by coursework or work experience.

• Experience with commonly used gross anatomy preservation and embalming methods.

• This position requires the ability to lift 50lbs and become immunized against tetanus and rabies virus (cost covered by employer) or any other personal protective efforts as required by the Environmental Health Safety team.

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.

• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the time of hire; the Biomedical Sciences department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Experience performing dissection is preferred.

• Demonstrated leadership role in a laboratory or teaching laboratory setting.

• Experience with osteological articulation, plastination, 3-D printing, silicone models, and special specimen assembly.

• Basic carpentry skills and competency with power tools.

• Understanding of teaching and teaching needs, preferably in a laboratory setting, demonstrated either through teaching or supporting teaching as a coordinator or teaching assistant

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryAnatomy Wet Lab Management

Duty/Responsibility

• Devising and maintaining the methods, procedures, protocols, and specimens used in the new DVM anatomy teaching facilities.

• Managing and tracking established operating budgets including ordering equipment and supplies used in the DVM teaching space;

• Collaborating with CVMBS and CSU Operations and Management for: IACUC and USDA inspections, AVMA accreditation policies, OSHA , and WELL certifications.

• Overseeing the purchase and disposal of hazardous wastes used by the VHEC wet-lab teaching space

• Managing the anatomy teaching equipment in the new VHEC animal anatomy programs

• Oversee the hiring, training, and supervision of 2-5 work study students per year in the new DVM lab space who will assist with preparation of cadavers, maintenance, management, and custodial service of new animal anatomy/wet laboratory spaces, equipment and supplies involved in the teaching of the laboratory classes and maintenance of DVM space;

Percentage Of Time50

Job Duty CategoryLab Resource Management

Duty/Responsibility

• Develop and maintain the VHEC anatomical collection for the new DVM curriculum, including bone boxes and requests for use of collection specimens. Support DVM faculty and teaching programs with development of new or replacement specimens.

• Manage DVM cadaveric resources:

• Develop formaldehyde free embalming methods or specimen preservation techniques for DVM curriculum

• Coordinate wet lab specimen set up/clean up with VTH technicians in the new Wet lab space

• Coordinate with BMS / VHS programs to determine and organize efficient use of specimens and their disposal

• Manage VHEC anatomical specimen organization and storage

Percentage Of Time50

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position will remain open until filled. To apply, please submit a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred qualifications, a resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references by Monday, November 11, 2024 at 11:59pm MT. 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), Valid Driver’s License, Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials - zoonotic disease agents and hazardous wastes, Special Requirements/Other - Ability to life 50 lbs, must be immunized against Rabies and Tetanus or willing to be immunized

Search ContactAlice Moore; alicem.moore@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

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The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

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 (*).

• • Do you have a valid driver's license with reliable transportation or ability to obtain one by start date, or access to a licensed driver?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you currently immunized against or willing to be immunized against tetanus and rabies? Costs for obtaining the immunizations will be covered by the department.

• Yes

• No

• • Are you willing and able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents