Job Summary:

The Teaching, Learning and Technologist Specialist plays an important role in supporting the instructional goals of the School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM). This position requires the ability and willingness to fully collaborate with and interact as part of a team within and across SVM departments. This position demands excellent communication skills and a strong determination to improve not only their professional skills, but also the overall impact of the courses they participate in. This position works closely with dozens of faculty and hundreds of students, providing customer service, safety and laboratory material assistance.

This is a demanding position, requiring the ability to spend many hours on your feet at a time, repetitively lifting at least 40 pounds and, at times, working odd or extended hours. The individual hired must be able to work around small and large animal cadavers and teaching specimens, and assist in the harvest and preservation of tissues. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, and have some experience with Canvas, and possess an interest in creating educational content and models. This position will need to ensure the safe storage, collection, and disposal of hazardous materials and waste; manage inventory, place orders and perform quality control for equipment, spaces and materials/supplies.

Responsibilities:

Teaching, Learning, and Technology Specialist II (TL004)
Teaching, Learning, and Technology Specialist I (TL003)

Tasks:

• Assists course coordinators with the coordination and instruction of the laboratories, incorporating specimens, equipment and live animals and the creation of new teaching tools and models.
• Provides support and creates schedules for laboratory and non laboratory courses
• Assists with updating the animal teaching protocols as needed to meet current USDA standards and pass RARC certification.
• Assist in the ordering and handling of cadavers for all DSS and DMS laboratories and courses.

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Qualifications:

Prefer individual who has two years of experience for each of the following: Small animal handling. Experience participating and assisting in the instruction of small animal veterinary, anesthesia, induction, surgical preparation, and patient recovery.

License/Certification:

Required
CVT - Certified Veterinary Technician

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $40,000 ACADEMIC (9 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Additional Information:

This position requires independent decision-making skills, advanced organizational ability, and the ability to multitask. The qualified candidate must be able to manage inventory, place orders and perform quality control for our equipment, spaces and materials/supplies.

How to Apply:

To apply for the position, please click on "Apply Online" to begin the application process. You will be required to upload a cover letter, current resume, and a document listing the contact information for three professional references.

Questions about the position can be directed to: Katie Harmelink (harmelink@wisc.edu)

The distinguishing factor between titles will be determined based on years of experience, specific skills, and/or competencies.

Contact:

Katie Harmelink
harmelink@wisc.edu
608-262-6455
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Teach, Learn, & Tech Spec I(TL003) or Teach, Learn, & Tech Spec II(TL004)

Department(s):

A87-SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE/MEDICAL SCIENCES

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

278001-AS

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