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Veterinary Laboratory Support – Tissue Trimming Section

Colorado State University

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Position Information

Classification Title Temporary Hourly
Employment Category Temporary
Is this an Hourly position? Yes
Work Hours/Week 40
Overtime Eligible? Yes
Position Location Fort Collins, CO 80523
Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work? No
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.
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 [email protected]
Position Summary This position will receive and prepare biopsied samples for formalin fixed histological analysis. This includes the creation of tissue cassettes for each case, properly trimming specimens submitted and placing tissue in correct cassette. This position will also be responsible for disposal of fixed, frozen and fresh tissues. The incumbent will be responsible for mixing formalin concentrate.
The incumbent must safely lift and carry items that weigh up to 50lbs.
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.
Colorado State University has a campus culture that is driven by a desire to always to do better and a vision to be the best place to learn, work, and discover. Our Principles of Community – Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice – reflect our core values and support CSU’s mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement. Each member of our community has a responsibility to uphold these principles when engaging with one another and acting on behalf of the University.
Position Minimum Qualifications One year experience in an appropriate field.
Preferred Qualifications Education which provided the same kind, amount, and level of knowledge acquired in the required experience may substitute.

Posting Details

Working Title Veterinary Laboratory Support – Tissue Trimming Section
Posting Number 202400121T
Department Fort Collins Diag Lab
Salary Range 15.00 – 17.00
Employee Benefits Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit area: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/
Close Date 02/26/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants Interested applicants are required to submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with the posted requirements and preferred qualifications of the position, as well as a current resume/CV, 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. 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 Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Acting Title IX Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO. 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] . 
 
 
 
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.
Diversity Statement Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty Category Assigning & preparing cassettes/paperwork
Duty/Responsibility Assign pathologist to each case by using the assignment notebook and by acknowledging the client request for specific pathologist. Assign correct number of cassettes to be printed. Print cassettes with the correlating color code for each biopsy type. Print barcode sticker from LIMS system for trim note sheets.
Percentage Of Time 30
Job Duty Category Tissue trimming
Duty/Responsibility Decisions are made on each case on how to trim specimen(s) for best diagnosis by pathologist. Specimens will be grossed in and notes will include tissue types, margin cuts, dyes, and drawings when necessary. Note any special steps taken to prepare biopsies and provide to histology lab.
Percentage Of Time 20
Job Duty Category Sample fixation
Duty/Responsibility Mix formalin concentrate to 10% NBF for lab use.
Transfer any fresh tissue specimens into formalin for fixation.
Percentage Of Time 10
Job Duty Category Disposal
Duty/Responsibility Routinely dispose of formalin fixed specimens. Maintain knowledge of proper steps taken to dispose of fixed tissue and formalin waste. Know and perform logging of frozen tissues and the disposal of these tissues. Maintain a clean lab atmosphere, this includes cleaning counters, floors and trash removal.
Percentage Of Time 30
Job Duty Category Stocking
Duty/Responsibility Fill various sized containers with formalin to maintain stocks formalin cabinet that is available to the VDL and VTH.
Percentage Of Time 10

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