Clinical Educator Technical Skills

The Clinical Educator Technical Skills is a full-time administrative professional role within the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVMBS) at Colorado State University. This position supports the innovative hands-on curriculum of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program by working closely with faculty to facilitate skills-based learning. Technical skills educators play a vital role in instructing and supporting veterinary students in laboratory settings and simulation-based training. They contribute to the maintenance organization and development of simulation models and educational tools that prepare students for clinical excellence.

This position will remain open until filled. For full consideration please apply by Friday June 12th 2026 11:59pm (MT).

The mission of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVMBS) at Colorado State University (CSU) is to improve the health of animals people and the planet through innovative and dedicated teaching research outreach and clinical service. Through the actions of the Faculty and StaffCVMBSempowers the next generation of leaders to change the world.

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• Participate in the instruction and facilitation of hands-on clinical and technical skills training for veterinary students across the DVM curriculum under faculty guidance.
• Provide formative feedback to students during laboratory and simulation sessions to support skill development and clinical readiness.
• Assess and certify student competency in designated clinical and technical skills during laboratory practicals and assessments.
• Support the setup breakdown organization and cleanup of clinical skills laboratories simulations and assessments.
• Maintain organize and inventory simulation models equipment and educational materials used in skills training.
• Contribute to the development refinement and maintenance of simulation models and other enduring instructional resources.
• Evaluate implement and maintain simulation software and tools that support simulated learning activities in the curriculum
• Share responsibility for staffing and supervising the Simulation Laboratory to ensure a clean safe organized and biosecure learning environment.

No formal supervisory duties

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

• Associate degree in Veterinary Technology (certification as CVT RVT equivalent)
• Minimum of five years of experience as a veterinary technician in small and/or large animal practice.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the safe handling and restraint of small and/or large animals.
• Experience in providing hands-on technical skills training and constructive feedback.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills problem-solving ability and a collaborative mindset.
• Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative team environment

• Experience working in an educational or instructional setting.
• Evidence of manual dexterity and experience with hands-on fabrication crafting or model making.
• Experience working witheducationalsimulation models software or other devices
• Experience developing educational materials or contributing to curriculum delivery.

This position will remain openuntilfilled. For full consideration please apply byFriday June 12th2026 11:59 pm (MT). Interested applicants mustsubmita cover letter which addresses how professionalexperiences alignwith the required and preferred qualifications and a current resume. References may be requested from finalists at a later date and will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

CSU is committed tofullinclusion of qualified individuals. If youare needingassistance or accommodations with the search process please reach out to the CVMBS HR staff at

To apply please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. 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.

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