Veterinary Laboratory Technologist II

Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University invites applications for the Veterinary Laboratory Technologist, delivering laboratory and didactic educational information to DVM students in the College of Veterinary Medicine. The role includes preparing cadaveric prosections, leading pre-clinical anatomy labs, and supervising student assessments in the LeBlanc Clinical Skills Lab and other teaching labs.

65% teaching support with anatomy instruction and demonstrations; 15% daily operations including record-keeping

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in a related science with 1–3 years of lab experience.
• Experience teaching anatomy laboratories to veterinary students is preferred.
• Michigan Veterinary Technician license or eligibility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach anatomy and clinical skills labs for DVM students.
• Prepare and maintain cadaveric prosections for instruction.
• Supervise and assist in student assessments in labs and practicals.
• Maintain records and inventory; perform equipment and facility maintenance.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Anatomy instruction

Curriculum delivery

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology/Biology/biomedical sciences

Tools

MS Office

Inventory software

Job description

Position Summary

The Office of Professional Education in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University invites applications from outstanding individuals for the position of Veterinary Laboratory Technologist. The College of Veterinary Medicine offers an Accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Program. The Veterinary Laboratory Technologist will deliver laboratory and didactic educational information as well as other duties to DVM students to meet the American Veterinary Medical Association committee of Education Standards for Curriculum. The successful applicant will be responsible for teaching and continuous improvement of veterinary student anatomy and clinical skills laboratories as part of the pre-clinical DVM curriculum. Responsibilities will include preparation and maintenance of cadaveric prosections for anatomical instruction, pre-clinical laboratory instruction, and the supervision and assisting in the assessment of DVM students. The applicant will also provide teaching of animal patient care techniques in the LeBlanc Clinical Skills Lab and other teaching labs within the College of Veterinary Medicine.

65% Teaching Support

• Preparation and pro-section of anatomical specimens, specimen preservation and repair, new specimen/model development


• Demonstration of proper clinical skills techniques


• Instruction, demonstration, supervision and assisting with assessment of DVM students

15% Daily Operations

• Record keeping and inventory


• Equipment and facility maintenance

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Medical Technology, Zoology or other related science field; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in basic laboratory techniques; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

Experience preparing pro-sections of dogs, cats, ruminants, and horses and teaching anatomy laboratories to veterinary students. Preference will be given to those licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Veterinary Technician with the State of Michigan.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Description of End Date

This is an off date position funded for 2 years from date of hire with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.

Website

cvm.msu.edu

Summary of Physical Demands

Frequent/Heavy Lifting

Summary of Health Risks

Works with animals and unfixed animal tissue. TB risk or work within 3 feet of human patients in a health care setting or have potential exposure to animals or to specimens with Micro-bacterium.