Instructor or Assistant Professor - Clinical Pathology

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 23 Oct 2022

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information


Working Title Instructor or Assistant Professor - Clinical Pathology
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Is this position eligible for hybrid or remote work? No
Posting Number 202200195F
Proposed Annual Salary Range $100,000-$125,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week 40
Description of Work Unit
The Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology (MIP) Department is comprised of over 400 individuals who share a common passion for solving some of the most important human and animal health problems today. Research programs include those related to clinical hematopathology and hematologic neoplasms, mycobacteria, retroviruses, prions, zoonotic and arthropod-borne infectious diseases, as well as the diagnostic investigation of naturally-occurring animal diseases. A leader in education, MIP provides the only microbiology undergraduate degree program in Colorado, a graduate program that provides training in a number of cutting-edge disciplines, and several specialized veterinary residency training programs.
Tenure/Tenure Track? No
% Research 5
% Teaching 20
% Service 75
% Administration 0
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 10/23/2022
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position Summary
We are pleased to announce a Clinical Pathology Contract, Continuing, Adjunct (CCA) faculty position at Colorado State University with potential to hire in at the rank of instructor, or assistant professor commensurate with experience. This non-tenure-track faculty position is intended for boarded clinical pathologists and those recently finishing a clinical pathology residency who are interested in refining their diagnostic, laboratory management, and clinical research skills, and to support the clinical pathology service and teaching mission of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. CSU offers a large, varied caseload, on-site access to advanced evaluation techniques including immunocytochemical staining, cytochemical staining, flow cytometry, PARR, and advanced protein evaluation, among others. The position includes interaction with 7 board-certified clinical pathologists, 5 clinical pathology/graduate degree trainees, collaboration with an active Clinical Hematopathology service and opportunities to help expand/develop coagulation testing and immunocytochemistry services. Qualified candidates will have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (or equivalent) and have completed an ACVP or ECVCP certified clinical pathology residency training program. Candidates must be eligible for a Colorado academic veterinary license. Both ACVP/ECVCP board eligible and ACVP/ECVCP Diplomates are encouraged to apply. Board eligible candidates must have completed the Phase I examination.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials
Required Job Qualifications
Instructor – DVM, completed ACVP or ECVCP certified clinical pathology residency program, Eligible for Colorado academic veterinary license. Board eligible & completed Phase 1.
Assistant professor – DVM, completed ACVP or ECVCP certified clinical pathology residency program, Eligible for Colorado academic veterinary license. ACVP/ECVCP Diplomate.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications and nominations will be considered until the position is filled; however, to ensure full consideration applications should be submitted by October 23, 2022. Applicants should submit: (1) a curriculum vitae; (2) a letter indicating their interests, professional goals, and qualifications for the position as described; and (3) a statement describing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in service, teaching, and research. Additionally, applicants should provide a list of three professional referees with the cover letter. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
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 Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement
-Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Teaching
Duty/Responsibility
This position will provide instruction to residents and veterinary students during the course of service activities. Participation in Microscopy Seminar that is combined with anatomic and comparative medicine residents and faculty, and weekly clinical pathology rounds is expected.
Percentage Of Time 20
Job Duty Category Diagnostic service
Duty/Responsibility
The position will be focused on cytopathology diagnostic service including interpretation of fine needle aspiration cytology, fluid analysis, hematology and biochemical panel review.  This translates to 32-36 weeks of service per year on site.  Service is shared with other pathologists in a collaborative environment.
Percentage Of Time 75
Job Duty Category Research/scholarly activity
Duty/Responsibility
The position will be provided time to participate in diagnostic and collaborative research and publication.
Percentage Of Time 5

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