Academic Veterinary Technician

The Utah State University College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team as an Academic Veterinary Technician I. This individual will use their extensive experience as a veterinary technician to support the educational goals of the veterinary school and/or other veterinary professional programs and instruct veterinary students and/or other veterinary professionals.

They will assist with hands‑on teaching labs and other simulated or live animal experiences. They may assist with developing curricula, preparing relevant content and materials, and organize, deliver, and/or facilitate classes, labs, conferences, trainings, and student live animal experiences.

Clinical skills curriculum prep/development duties - 15%

• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and applicable IACUC protocols for clinical skills laboratories
• Ensure all course content and teaching methods align with the latest academic standards and best practices

Student Mentoring Duties - 35%

• Serve as a team instructor in assigned courses in the CVM
• As part of a team, implement and deliver the clinical skills course series, ensuring that students master essential new graduate competencies related to veterinary clinical skills
• Mentor and guide students, providing feedback and support to enhance their learning experience
• Assess and evaluate student performance, maintaining accurate records and providing constructive feedback
• Serve as a student club advisor

Preparation/Set up/Clean Up/Animal Care Duties - 50%

• Assist with the implementation of a clinical skills curriculum for veterinary students in years 1-3, focusing on practical and hands‑on training
• Support instruction with the development, maintenance, and application of simulated clinical skills teaching models (i.e., fabricate models, etc.)
• Collaborate with staff and faculty members to integrate clinical skills training with theoretical coursework
• Organize, prepare for, set‑up, and participate in laboratory sessions and simulation exercises; and then perform post‑activity duties including cleaning and storage of teaching materials, etc.
• Assist with other clinical, live animal, and simulated learning experiences as directed
• Be responsible for, along with other veterinary technicians, for the care of animals housed in the veterinary hospital for live animal teaching experiences
• Fill other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technician training program OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Credentialed as a licensed, registered, or certified veterinary technician OR eligible to become credentialed due to a least 3 years’ experience working as a veterinary technician
• Successful passage of the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) OR eligible to take the VTNE

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching and training experience within a veterinary technician or professional veterinary program
• Specialty certification as a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) or Veterinary Nurse Specialist (VNS) through a specialty recognized by the National Association of Veterinary. Technicians in America (NAVTA) Committee on Veterinary Technician Specialties

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstration of successful working as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for veterinary education and commitment to fostering the development of future veterinarians

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

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