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Position Summary:
The successful candidate should have a strong interest in the diagnosis and medical and radiation therapy treatment of complex cancer conditions in primarily dogs, cats, and exotics. The successful candidate is expected to provide superior patient care by utilizing CSU's cuttingedge advanced imaging, radiation therapy equipment, and diagnostic technologies while collaborating with numerous other specialty services. Clinical duties will consist of supervision of patient & client care for patients presented to the oncology service as well as the radiation oncology service specifically. Duties of the successful candidate will include teaching of veterinary students, interns, and residents. Participation in weekly didactic resident training including journal clubs, and daily student case rounds will be encouraged. The faculty of the Radiation Oncology Service DO NOT provide support for after-hours emergencies however the successful candidate will be expected to provide after-hours support for radiation oncology house officers.
Full Consideration Date:
Monday, August 10, 2026, 11:59pm (MT). Open until filled.
Description of Work Unit:
At the CSU Veterinary Health System, animals and the people who care for them are at the heart of everything we do. Every decision we make reflects our commitment to those who trust us with their animals' health. That focus inspires us to deliver expert veterinary services, support veterinary education and training, and advance groundbreaking research.
We show up every day with passion, eagerness to collaborate, and a drive to redefine what's possible. Our deep partnership with the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences amplifies our impact, enabling us to boldly innovate and share knowledge widely.
Essential Duties:

• Consultation oversight allowing for medical management of radiation oncology cases using clinical presentation and diagnostic results to provide differential diagnoses and medical and/or radiation treatment options.
• Management of cases with multiple co-morbidities and potential post-treatment complications
• Performance and supervision of radiation planning and treatment procedures.
• Clinical teaching of students, interns and residents.

Supervision:
No formal supervisory duties
Condition of Employment:

• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
• Essential Services Designation: Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety and welfare.
• Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials: radiation

Minimum Qualifications:

• DVM or equivalent degree
• American College of Veterinary Radiology Radiation Therapy (ACVR-RO) board certification
• Eligibility to obtain a State of Colorado Veterinary License (either Academic or full license)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated history of excellence in clinical work
• Demonstrated collaboration in a multi-specialty hospital setting
• Experience and comfort with instruction of veterinary students, interns and residents

Application Instructions:
This position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by Monday, August 10, 2026, 11:59 pm (MT). Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with the required and preferred qualifications, and a current resume. References may be requested for finalists and 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 VTH HR staff at vth_hr@colostate.edu.
Salary Range
$40,500 - $54,000 at .3 FTE
Required Application Documents
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.
Cover Letter, Resume/CV
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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.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.