Position Information Classification TitleTemporary Hourly Employment CategoryTemporary Is this an Hourly position?Yes Work Hours/Week0-40 Overtime Eligible?Yes Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523 Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?No Description of Work Unit The Department of Clinical Sciences mission is to assure the health and productivity of animals to meet societal needs through high quality educational programs for professional veterinary medical students, graduate veterinarians, and the public through a faculty and veterinary medical center of excellence, and to advance and disseminate comparative biomedical knowledge in an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration. Search Contact Emailcvmbs-clinsci_hr@mail.colostate.edu Position Summary For our research program studying neurologic disease in horses, we are hiring an assistant to support individual projects. The research program studies anatomy and function of the nervous system in sound and clinically abnormal horses and studies horses under awake, sedated, and anesthetized conditions. Amongst others, we utilize diagnostic imaging and electrodiagnostic techniques to assess the various components of the nervous system. Outcomes for the research program include establishing anatomical and functional parameters that can be used to diagnose or follow progress of neurologic disease in horses in the clinical setting. Position Minimum Qualifications + BS, MS + > 20 years Equine research experience + Established record of publications in the field of equine research + Experienced record of grant applications. Preferred Qualifications + Experience working with exercise physiology equipment. + Experience working with gait assessment modalities. + Experience in using data analysis and statistical software. + Experience to prepare and submit manuscripts to be published. Posting Details Working TitleEquine Neurology Research Technician Posting Number202500487T DepartmentClinical Sciences Salary Range$26.42 - $42.28 Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. 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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. Essential Job Duties Job Duty CategoryResearch Study Coordination and Daily Operations Duty/Responsibility + Coordinate research study. + Know each of the animals and techniques that are to be used on a give day. Ensure set up is ready. Bring up subjects when needed. + Ensure the research set up is ready to be used, subjects are not used too long and no time is wasted between individual subjects so overall progress is made throughout the day. Percentage Of Time50 Job Duty CategoryAnimal Monitoring and Response Evaluation Duty/Responsibility + Assessment of level of sedation in research subjects. + Assess overall position and posture and responsiveness. + To ensure appropriate response to research stimuli. Percentage Of Time20 Job Duty CategoryData Management and Analysis Duty/Responsibility + Data recording and analysis. + Ensure notes are taken that contain events pertaining to each subjects research study and files are created for each subject for each study / recording. Data processing and analysis using standard software. + To prepare data for publication and grant submission. Percentage Of Time30 References Minimum References Required3 Maximum References Required3 Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents + Resume Optional Documents