Assist veterinary faculty and staff in developing and constructing clinical and professional skills teaching models. Monitor the condition of existing models and provide routine maintenance and repair when needed. Maintain model laboratory equipment and maintain laboratory in a clean and organized manner. Assist with simulation-based educational research. Identify and utilize methods of sharing model designs with other veterinary programs. Order supplies and manage inventory for model construction and maintenance. Optimize efficiency in ordering, creating, using, and repairing models. Maintain records of the model construction process. Innovatively solve model-based challenges including those related to durability, tactile properties, and function. Assist in clinical and professional skills laboratories, including set-up and tear-down. Routinely lift 50 pounds or less independently. Supervise others in a workshop, such as student workers or other staff regarding use of equipment and safety procedures. Support veterinary technicians as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent required. Promote and foster the Core Values of the School of Veterinary Medicine. Willingness to learn techniques and material handling for model development. Experience working with power equipment. Examples include, but are not limited to: table saw, band saw, drill press, sanding equipment, etc. 

Communicate and work well with faculty, staff, and students. Be self-motivated and able to maintain efficiency while working independently. Ability to problem solve independently. Ability to use imagination and creativity to take an idea and create a product. Proficiency in carpentry and basic construction. Proficiency with mold-making and casting. Ability to work in a group to produce a single product. Knowledge of basic veterinary technical skills. Assist with clinical and professional skills laboratories.