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Veterinary Care Manager / Veterinary Care Professional

Position Number: 7264337
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Agriculture - Veterinary Medicine

Veterinary Care Manager / Veterinary Care Professional

Requisition Number: 72994
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 08-Jul-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Office of Animal Resources invites applications for a Veterinary Care Manager / Veterinary Care Professional! This position, under supervision of the Attending Veterinarian and Director of the Office of Animal Resources, applies specialized knowledge and training to contribute to the research support provided by OAR. The Veterinary Care Manager oversees and provides high quality clinical care, specialized technical services, and health surveillance for a variety of rodent, reptile, and aquatic species used by scientists for biomedical research and education at the University of Colorado Boulder. The position is also responsible for coordinating and conducting training on animal care and experimental techniques for departmental and research staff, in accordance with regulations and IACUC and institutional policies. The Veterinary Care Manager serves as personnel manager for the Veterinary Care Assistant, providing oversight of training, technical proficiency, professional development, and performance management.

This position provides support as described above and demonstrates a leadership approach and professional demeanor. It requires advanced problem solving, personnel management, and skills in coordinating long-term goals. The role also involves active contribution to the body of knowledge in the laboratory animal field through outreach, publication, and presentation.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Office of Animal Resources (OAR) is a service center within the Research & Innovation Office (RIO) responsible for providing high-quality animal care, veterinary care, and support for the research and teaching missions of the University of Colorado Boulder. The highly dedicated and experienced OAR staff are committed to the health and well-being of laboratory animals, student and investigator training, and technical service.

RIO is the central point for support and advocacy for CU Boulder's world-class scholarship, creative work, and growing research enterprise. We are focused on creating global impact by cultivating and supporting collaboration, transformation and leadership. At the heart of this focus are the contributions of a wide range of world-class experts, working together to accelerate ideas throughout the innovation lifecycle. We endeavor to embody CU Boulder's dedication to exemplifying excellence by creating a welcoming environment, enhancing the success of all students, staff and faculty, and deepening our ability to share and engage with varied perspectives.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Evaluation of Sick/Injured Animals:

Independently conducts in-person or remote triage of sick/injured animals, coordinating with OAR animal care and investigative staff to determine and implement treatment plans or euthanasia.
Raises cases or issues to the Attending Veterinarian as appropriate.
Provides triage and animal care on an emergency basis on weekends and after-hours.
Is responsible for provision of adequate triage and care by Veterinary Care Assistant.

Animal Health Surveillance:

Manages animal health surveillance program.
Coordinates testing media ordering and placement, and schedules and collects quarterly samples from testing media for submission to diagnostic lab.
Works with Attending Veterinarian to analyze results and implement any follow-up actions.
Assists with necropsy submissions for colony animals.
Schedules and collects samples from imported animals housed in quarantine per departmental SOP.

Training:

Manages OAR and PI training program and augments to meet research needs.
Trains OAR and research staff on common rodent injuries/illness, handling and restraint, and euthanasia.
Trains lab staff in specialty or novel procedures such as, but not limited to: anesthesia, aseptic technique, wound closure, post-op analgesia, post-op monitoring, blood collection techniques, injection techniques, oral gavage, medication administration, animal identification, breeding support, organ/tissue collection, and necropsy.
Practices current skills and attends, when available, workshops to advance knowledge of technical skills.
Recommends equipment, materials, and resources to enhance the program.
Regularly evaluates and updates veterinary-related departmental SOPs to ensure consistence with current and best practice.
Acts as personnel manager for Veterinary Care Assistant, to include provision of training, professional development, and performance management.

Investigator Support:

Consults with research personnel to coordinate use of OAR-managed equipment (anesthesia machines, restraint devices, etc) by lab personnel.
Provides investigator technical support upon request. Examples include: skill training, anesthesia assistance, surgical services, organ, blood, and tissue collection, experimental agent administration, animal euthanasia, animal identification (e.g. tattooing, ear punch, microchip), breeding advice/assistance, etc.
Orders and coordinates pick-up/drop-off of supplies for investigators and ensures investigators are properly billed for services or goods provided.
Schedules time efficiently to ensure broad availability to OAR and investigator staff.

Regulatory Compliance:

Aids all areas of OAR in working towards and maintaining AAALAC accreditation.
Participates in Post Approval Monitoring meetings, training proficiency assessment, IACUC mandated trainings, principal investigator protocol consult, and semi-annual facility inspections as requested.
Maintains DEA drug logs for OAR purchased controlled substances and ensures they are properly stored under lock and key.
Manages inventory of drugs and solutions to ensure expiration dates are followed.

Room Support/Supplies:

Coordinates ordering of all veterinary supplies and investigator supplies for re-sale and ensures proper billing.
Maintains veterinary supply stock e.g. syringes, needles, gauze etc.) for treatments, training, and procedures.
Schedules annual instrument sharpening services and anesthesia vaporizer certification for investigators.

What You Should Know

This position is fully onsite on the CU Boulder campus.
This position requires flexibility and adaptability to organizational changes in policy and procedure as well as acute changes in schedule and priorities.
This position shares weekend and holiday on-call coverage with the Veterinary Care Assistant.

What We Can Offer

The annual hiring ranges for this full-time position are:

Veterinary Care Professional: $55,100-$68,000
Veterinary Care Manager: $68,500-$78,000

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

We encourage you to apply if you do not have a bachelor's degree but you do have an equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants with an RVT or CVT are encouraged to apply.

Veterinary Care Professional:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 1+ years of relevant professional experience or equivalent OR certified professional in the veterinary field and 3 years of relevant professional experience.
A combination of education and experience will substitute.

Veterinary Care Manager:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 3+ years of relevant professional experience or equivalent OR certified professional in the veterinary field and 5 years of relevant professional experience.
A combination of education and experience will substitute.

What You Will Need

Professionalism and a leadership mentality.
Technical skills to include restraint, compound administration via IP, subcutaneous, oral gavage, and IV routes in laboratory rodents.
Skill in administration and monitoring inhalant and injectable anesthesia in laboratory rodents.
Effective time management and excellent team building skills with a variety of roles.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by July 8th, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Veterinary-Care-Manager-Veterinary-Care-Professional/72994