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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 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

• Employees work both indoors and outdoors in agricultural environments, exposed to cold and heat
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for long periods of time
• Regularly required to sit and use repetitive hand motions
• Must be able to communicate both orally and in written communication

The Academic Veterinary Technician will be joining the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at an exciting point of transformation. In 2022 the state of Utah approved the creation of a full four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree program at USU. The CVM has received approval through its accrediting agency, the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education, to admit its inaugural class of 40 students in the fall of 2025, and cohorts of 80 veterinary students in subsequent years. The new college is the only veterinary medical education program in Utah. The CVM is dedicated to providing top-tier education and training to the next generation of veterinarians. Our program emphasizes hands-on learning, innovative teaching methods, and a commitment to excellence in veterinary care. Join our dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of veterinary medicine.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025–26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

*updated 07/2026

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Matthew Pinner

Executive Director

Civil Rights & Title IX Office

matthew.pinner@usu.edu

435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 401D

1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

Cody Carmichael

Title IX Coordinator

cody.carmichael@usu.edu

435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 402D

1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  OCR@ed.gov

*updated 10/2025