Job Description

Position Title:

Clerk III

Job Group:

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Five years of clerical office experience, including three years experience with bookkeeping procedures, or Any combination of directly related post high school education in an accredited school and directly related clerical experience which totals five years.

The Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL) in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University is seeking qualified candidates for a Clerk III position. The ISU VDL is a full-service veterinary diagnostic laboratory that supports the college's missions of service, teaching, and research. As a nationally recognized diagnostic laboratory, the VDL processes more than 127,000 cases annually and performs over 1.7 million tests each year, providing essential diagnostic services that support animal and public health.

The Clerk III will be part of a team that supports the daily operations of the VDL Supply Storeroom. This position plays a key role in ensuring laboratory personnel have the supplies and materials needed to support diagnostic testing and laboratory operations.

Additional Details

• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Location: Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, 1937 Christensen Dr., Ames, Iowa.

What You'll Do

• Place orders for laboratory, office, and operational supplies.
• Receive, inspect, and stock incoming shipments.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Organize and maintain the VDL Supply Storeroom and storage areas.
• Distribute supplies and materials to laboratory staff as needed.
• Assist with inventory counts and purchasing activities.
• Review and process purchasing, receiving, and inventory documentation.
• Enter and maintain records using university and departmental systems.
• Utilize computer software and standard office equipment to complete daily clerical tasks.
• Provide general administrative support and assist with other duties as assigned.

Why Join Iowa State University?

Iowa State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, retirement benefits, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and opportunities for professional development. Employees enjoy the benefits of working on a vibrant campus with access to university resources, dining options, and recreational amenities. In this role, you'll be part of a team supporting one of the nation's leading veterinary diagnostic laboratories and contributing to work that advances animal and public health.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) for document preparation and data entry.

• Previous experience working with case management or laboratory information systems (LIS).

• Experience reconcile billing or financial charges in a professional setting.

• Experience preparing and formatting official reports for external distribution.

• Experience handling client communications via phone, email, and fax in a professional environment.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

08

Original Posting Date:

August 20, 2026

Posting Close Date:

August 30, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R19818

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.