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[TOP]Veterinarian
Sanford Research, Sioux Falls, SD
9/19/23
Sanford Research invites applications for the position of Attending Veterinarian to support and oversee aspects of the AAALAC accredited animal care and use program at Sanford Research. Sanford Research is the non-profit research branch of Sanford Health and is located in Sioux Falls, SD.
Position overview
As Sanford Research’s Veterinarian, you will play a vital role in maintaining the highest veterinary standards achieved by our animal care and use program. In this part-time or full-time position, you will oversee all aspects of veterinary care and clinical support and collaborate with the Animal Resource Center and our Research teams in support of excellent animal care and research. Applicants will report to the institutional official, participate in IACUC meetings, ensure our program is compliant with all applicable regulations, participate in inspections by accreditation and Federal oversight entities, participate in semiannual program and facility inspections, review protocols, provide training, consult with investigators on in-vivo study design and participate in our post approval monitoring program. Full-time applicants with research interests that align with Sanford’s established interdisciplinary research program may also qualify for a faculty appointment at Sanford Research. Part-time applicants will be required to work onsite a minimum of 25 hours per week.
Qualifications
Applicants will hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree, i.e., Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), obtained at a school or college of veterinary medicine accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education and licensed or the ability get licensed in South Dakota to practice veterinary medicine. Graduates of veterinary schools that are not AVMA accredited must have Education Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates certification from the AVMA. The successful candidate will have supervisory experience, strong leadership skills, and clinical proficiency with animals in a research setting. Preference given to candidates holding the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) board certification. Applications from women, persons from underrepresented groups, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged. At Sanford Research, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Application
Sanford Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants should submit a single PDF that includes: 1) detailed curriculum vitae or resume, 2) description of your lab animal veterinarian experience, and 3) three letters of recommendation. For applicants that have an established research program, please also submit your future research plans with specific details explaining the relevance and how your research aligns with Sanford’s interdisciplinary research programs. Submit materials via email to: researchrecruitment@sanfordhealth.org.
About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, one of the largest health systems in the United States, is dedicated to the integrated delivery of health care, genomic medicine, senior care and services, global clinics, research and affordable insurance. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization includes 47 medical centers, 2,800 physicians, over 220,000 Sanford Health Plan members, more than 200 Good Samaritan Society senior care locations, and World Clinics in 8 countries. Over $1 billion in gifts from philanthropist Denny Sanford have transformed how Sanford Health improves the human condition.
[TOP]Associate Principal Specialist Veterinary
AstraZeneca, Gaithersburg, MD or Waltham, MA
9/19/23
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Location: Gaithersburg, MD or Waltham, MA
Link to Apply:https://astrazeneca.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/US---Gaithersburg---MD/Associate-Principal-Specialist-Veterinary_R-178342-2
Do you have a passion for science? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the place for you!
At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. We're proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity. Working here also means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. If you are swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you’re our kind of person.
About AstraZeneca in Gaithersburg, MD:
Our Gaithersburg, Maryland facility creates life-changing medicines for people around the world. This campus employs more than 3,500 experts in our field and is only a short drive from Washington, DC. This modern and vibrant scientific campus is the home of R&D and Oncology in the US. Here, we play host to some of the most ground breaking technology and lab spaces, all designed to inspire collaboration and cross-functional science. We believe employees benefit from being challenged and inspired at work. We are dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion and collaboration.
The Gaithersburg site offers a variety of amenities to help boost productivity and help keep our employees happy and healthy. This includes a fitness center, employee healthcare clinic, electric vehicle charging stations, dry cleaning, full-service cafeteria and copy center. This is where you’ll find newly-designed, activity-based work spaces to suit a variety of working styles while growing collaboration between teams.
Summary of the group:
Animal Sciences and Technologies (AST) is a global department that delivers in vivo studies, animal care, and welfare that is compliant to internal standards and external regulations. Principles of the 3Rs are applied to all aspects of animal care and study conduction.
The role:
In this role you will provide high quality veterinary oversight as the Attending Veterinarian at AstraZeneca US sites to ensure that animal welfare standards are maintained. Additionally, you will provide advice on model selection and care and expert surgical input for rodent models. This role requires limited travel and the ability to engage in constructive and challenging dialogues in cross-functional teams.
Education & Experience requirements:- DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine or a certificate from the Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG) of equivalent training is required
- 2+ years of experience in laboratory animal medicine required
- ACLAM board certification or eligibility
- Experience with drug discovery & development
Preferred experience/requirements:- Experience in toxicology studies
- Experience in Oncology disease areas and research
Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organization to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering cutting edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested? Come and join our journey.
So, what’s next?
Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours.
Where can I find out more?
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[TOP]Senior Veterinarian
UC Davis, Davis, CA
9/18/23
Salary Range: $103,500 - $216,500.00 /annual (budgeted salary is: $103,500.00 - 150,000.00 /annual, commensurate with experience)
Apply by Date: 10/14/2023
Department Purpose
This position is one of three senior veterinarians that support Campus Veterinary Services (CVS), a unit that provides routine veterinary care and project support for most research and teaching animals on and off campus.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of Campus Veterinary Services, provide medical care to research and teaching animals which includes rotating weekend on-calls and performing routine rounds of assigned animal care areas. Provide clinical and preventative health services to a wide variety of species: evaluate project-related clinical cases; perform research project support procedures; and review IACUC protocols. Act on behalf of the Attending Veterinarian (AV) with regards to veterinary oversight of the university animal care program and regulatory compliance. May at times act as AV when designated in the absence of the AV.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Minimum License/Certification:- Board certified or eligible for American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) certification boards.
- USDA endorsement or attainment within 1 year of hire.
Minimum Education/Experience:- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (DVM) from a recognized and accredited school of veterinary medicine; Licensed DVM in a state, with the attainment of CA license within 1 year of employment.
- Recent experience performing clinical care in a veterinary clinic, experience in a lab animal clinic preferred.
- Recent experience in clinical medicine as it applies to the diagnosis, surgical procedures, and medical treatment of a wide variety of laboratory animals, nonhuman primates, agricultural species, aquatic species, amphibians, reptiles, and other exotic species.
- Experience in preventive medicine programs required for laboratory animals, nonhuman primates, agricultural species, aquatic species, amphibians, reptiles and other exotic species including vaccination, parasitology, bacteriology, and virology screening programs.
- Experience working with large and small laboratory animals including nonhuman primates and exotic species.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :- Knowledge of institutional, local, state, national and international rules and regulations governing the use and care of laboratory animals (USDA Animal Welfare Act, ILAR Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, Endangered Species Act, FDA Good Laboratory Practice Regulations, and California Public Health Law).
- Knowledge of humane care and housing of animals with understanding of standards and guidelines as established by AAALAC International.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education/Experience:- Experience teaching in a classroom situation, seminar format, and on a one-to-one basis.
- Experience in conducting presentations at national and international specialty meetings.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :- Knowledge of gross necropsy procedures and basic histopathology of laboratory animals.
- Oral and written communication skills to develop procedures/instructions/training documents and to interact with a wide variety of individuals.
- Decision-making and problem-solving skills for research and technical problems.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Background Check- This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
- The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at:
http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=267990
Job ID # 50031
The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
[TOP]Senior Clinical Veterinarian
The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor, ME
9/15/23
JR003942
The Senior Clinical Veterinarian directs the clinical care of sick and injured mice at JAX Bar Harbor or Sacramento and works to assure JAX policies and procedures are appropriate to ensure the health and welfare of JAX mice; continued compliance with relevant laws and regulations (consistent with OLAW Assurance); and continued AAALACi accreditation. This individual leads and participates in research projects in support of JMCRS and/or In-vivo Services, and may present courses or research results at conferences.
Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:- Provides guidance and support in regards to veterinary clinical medicine. 55% time. Leads either Clinical Laboratory Animal Medicine (CLAM) in Bar Harbor, veterinary technical support in Sacramento or assists the Associate Veterinarian in leading Surgical Services.
- Participates as a veterinary member of the Animal Care and Use Committee including protocol review and policy writing.
- In conjunction with the JAX Trainers, provides biomethods training to animal care associates and research personnel.
- Responds to questions and concerns raised by JAX employees and customers related to the care, use, health, and welfare of mice. Assists the Sr. Manager of Regulatory Affairs and Manger of Regulatory Compliance in responding to and resolving animal care and welfare issues that threaten to compromise the Laboratory's ability to conduct animal research or distribute animals.
- Participates in and leads research studies in collaboration with JMCRS, In-vivo and other members of CMQ. Participates in writing research reports and where appropriate, may assist in applying for grant funding, internal or external.
- Works with Pathologists, Chief of Diagnostic Services, and Biosecurity Officer to investigate unusual clinical cases or cases involving known or suspected infectious disease. Also, signs/negotiates health certificates.
Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:- DVM/VMD degree and a U.S. license to practice veterinary medicine; possesses qualifications needed to become licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Maine and to become certified by USDA in Maine.
- At least 2 years experience working as a laboratory animal veterinarian; completion of a laboratory animal residency program a plus.
- Certification in a relevant veterinary specialty, e.g., ACLAM
- Skill in reading and comprehending technical specifications, laws, and codes as they relate to regulatory compliance.
- Excellent initiative and organizational skills to prioritize complex tasks, projects, and workflow, and use independent judgment to make decisions regarding operations and deadlines.
- Possess traits of good judgment, confidentiality, and discretion with colleagues and constituents.
- Proven ability to analyze and synthesize information, and demonstrated resourcefulness in finding appropriate solutions to problems and initiative in presenting alternatives and implementing solutions to ensure effective change and/or eliminate or mitigate potential negative effects
- Demonstrated positive attitude and professional manner in all interactions; demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development
- Ability to communicate effectively with others in person and in writing to clearly exchange information with people representing a wide diversity of disciplines and levels of sophistication
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally to achieve exchange of information with people representing a wide diversity of disciplines and levels of sophistication.
Certification Requirements: · Possesses qualifications needed to become licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Maine and to become certified by USDA in Maine. ·Certification in a relevant veterinary specialty, e.g., ACLAM
Pay Range: $111,488 - $186,656
https://thejacksonlaboratory.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_JAX/job/Bar-Harbor-Maine/Senior-Clinical-Veterinarian_JR003942
About JAX:
The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan, and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.
Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org.
EEO Statement:
The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
[TOP]Translational Medicine Institute (TMI) Director
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
9/15/23
An exceptional and visionary leader is being sought to join the academic institution as the Director of the Translational Medicine Institute (TMI). The Director will guide the TMI in bridging the gap between scientific discovery and clinical application, bringing innovative therapies and medical breakthroughs to animal and human patients worldwide. The Director will shape the future of healthcare by leading a talented team of researchers, forging collaborations with industry partners, and driving the translation of cutting-edge research into tangible medical technologies.
The Director will build and cultivate the TMI research strategy, benefitting from the state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge technologies, and vibrant research community. The Director’s leadership skills will be instrumental in translating scientific discoveries into practical clinical applications, fostering an environment that encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and forward-thinking initiatives.
Translation and commercialization of research is a key objective of TMI activities. The Director will drive this critical process by fostering a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation within the institution. The director will work closely with research teams and technology transfer offices to identify promising discoveries and devise comprehensive plans for commercialization.
The Director will actively engage in securing research funding and facilitating research teams both within and external to the TMI through traditional federal and not-for-profit granting mechanisms, industry collaborations and philanthropic support. The Director will ensure the continued growth and sustainability of the TMI through leadership that develops the TMI research portfolio to achieve the desired translational focus.
To excel in this role, candidates must possess a proven track record of visionary leadership, strategic thinking, and successful collaboration within the field of academic and/or industry research and translational medicine. As Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are one of the College’s strategic pillars, it is essential that the Director have a solid understanding of these principles and have demonstrated applying them, as well as experience leading with an equity-centered mindset.
Candidates must also demonstrate experience in building research strategies, fostering industry partnerships, and commercialization of scientific discoveries. The Director must exhibit exceptional communication and networking skills, capacity to forge strategic alliances, ability to attract philanthropic interest, and cultivate relationships with funding agencies and foundations.
This position is primarily in-office, with some flexibility for virtual meetings and occasional remote work
Reporting Structure
The TMI Director will report to the Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVMBS) or the Dean’s designee.
The Director has an executive team at their discretion to assist with facilitating the functions of the TMI. Current positions include Associate Director of Continuing Education and Associate Director of Operations and Strategy. Additional Associate Director (AD) positions to complement the leadership team (for example AD of Research, AD of Business Development) and other organizational positions could be hired at the discretion of the Director.
CVMBS and the Department of Clinical Sciences are currently considering governance structures for faculty with primary assignments within an institute. The TMI Director will have opportunity to provide mentorship and performance review for each active TMI faculty member to the relevant Department Head. Additionally, it is envisioned that the TMI director will have authority to govern how programmatic space is allocated within the TMI facility based upon reasonable consideration of productive CSU academic space utilization in consultation with the Department Head, Program leaders and Center directors.
The TMI Director is a full-time (12 vs 9 month) administrative professional leadership position. The Director may request a faculty joint appointment in an appropriate college and academic department, as desired and eligible.
Along with a resume or CV and the contact information for three professional references, applicants must submit a cover letter addressing how their education/experience aligns with each of the minimum and preferred qualifications listed in the job posting.
Moving expenses and signing bonus can be negotiated upon hire.
For full consideration, apply by 11:59 pm (MT), Monday, October 16, 2023. To view the full job posting and to apply visit: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/132527
References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.
Position Requirements:- PhD/DVM/MD or equivalent
An MBA plus 5 years of relevant translational research/industry experience may substitute for the PhD/DVM/MD - Experience leading sizable (10 or more employees) academic or industry operations and professional staff
- Experience managing multi-million dollar annual budget
- Demonstrated success leading and growing diverse teams
- Evidence of collegiality and collaborative skill set.
- Demonstrated experience in research development.
- Previous experience with the technology commercialization and the preclinical to clinical translation process, preferably in developing biological or medical devices for the treatment of diseases in animals, people, or both.
- Focused on leadership, programmatic growth, and team optimization
[TOP]Assistant/Associate Director, Center for Comparative Research
University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS
9/15/23
Job Requisition – R00015374
The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) in Jackson, Mississippi invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Director, Center for Comparative Research (CCR). The position serves as the chief clinical veterinarian for the institution and reports to the CCR Executive Director.
UMMC is the state’s only academic health sciences center with Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Related Professions, Dentistry, Population Health and Graduate Studies. Additionally, a strong collaborative relationship exists with our affiliate Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center. The expanding research mission uses a wide variety of laboratory animal species involved in numerous disciplines, including hypertension and cardiovascular dynamics, obesity and related diseases, cancer biology and treatment, chemical dependency, and broad neuroscience applications. The CCR is the centrally administered organization responsible for the care and maintenance of research animals, encompassing approximately 70,000 square feet of space. Animal care and use programs maintain full accreditation by AAALAC International.
Position Summary
The successful candidate will manage the veterinary care program, maintain animal health surveillance programs, serve as a voting member of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, and help to develop and refine animal care and use programs. The Associate Director will also engage with the education and training of animal care personnel, laboratory technicians and investigators. Additionally, the successful candidate will be eligible for a faculty appointment in a discipline commensurate with education and experience.
Qualifications- Licensed DVM/VMD
- Board certification (or Board eligible) by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine
Responsibilities & Duties- Provide clinical veterinary care in support of the institution’s biomedical animal research mission.
- Manage the continuing health-monitoring program.
- Facilitate the advancement and growth of the anesthesia and surgical support functions of the CCR.
- Engage with key support entities of the institution, including Facilities Services, Environmental Health & Safety, occupational health services, Office of Integrity and Compliance, etc. to assure appropriate resources for the CCR.
- Serve as a voting member of the IACUC and fully participate in functions of the committee.
- Serve in an advisory role to university research scientists in areas of model development, technical training, and problem solving.
- Provide direct supervision and oversight of veterinary technicians.
- Assist in leadership of animal care program, including a strong working relationship with the center’s facility management.
- Assist in training programs associated with the institution’s animal care and use program, including CCR training and IACUC training.
- Rotate in after-hours, weekend, and holiday on-call services.
- Assist the department administration in overall guidance and leadership of the department, including personnel and budgetary management, short- and long-term planning, and interactions with accrediting and regulatory bodies.
- Perform other incidental duties as noted by the Executive Director and/or Institutional Official.
Preferred candidates will be selected on the basis of strong communication skills, demonstrated leadership qualities, teaching and mentoring capabilities, problem solving skills, and engagement with a diverse scientific mission. The Associate Director and the Executive Director will collaboratively provide strategic oversight to the institution’s animal care and use program, including a continual vision for growth, expansion, and development.
For consideration, please using the link below to apply:
https://wd5.myworkday.com/ummc/d/inst/15$158872/9925$45724.htmld
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and three references with their job application. In addition, candidates are welcome to contact Andrew Grady DVM, Executive Director, for additional information [agrady@umc.edu [601.984.1385].
The University of Mississippi Medical Center provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The Medical Center complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
[TOP]Associate Director, Diagnostic & Pathology Services
The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor, ME or Sacramento, CA
9/15/23
The incumbent will support the Director by providing scientific expertise and oversight specifically to the Diagnostic Laboratory, Diagnostic R&D and Genetic Quality Control programs including the specific areas of infectious disease diagnostic testing, environmental monitoring, genetic quality testing, and biosafety/biosecurity. They will also assist the Director in developing and managing capital and operation budgets; in the day-to-day personnel matters; and support customer facing consultations.
This role can be located in Bar Harbor, ME or Sacramento, CA
Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions- Administrative- Assist the Director of Diagnostic and Pathology Services in developing and managing capital and operating budgets including 5-year budgets for strategic planning. Assist in the development and dissemination of policies and plans for health and environmental monitoring, sanitation, contamination risk assessment, biosafety, biosecurity, and other issues pertaining to animal health. This includes on-call duties to provide veterinary coverage in the event of an after-hours animal health problem. Assist in determining and implementing strategic directions for the Diagnostic Lab, Diagnostic R&D, GQC and Pathology.
- Management: Assist the Director of Diagnostic and Pathology Services in managing the day-to-day personnel matters for the Managers of the Diagnostic Lab, Diagnostic R&D, GQC, Pathology and Biosecurity in terms of work assignments, goal setting, performance issues and interpersonal conflicts. Provide direction to CMQ veterinarians and managers in support of the Sr. Director.
- Scientific: Assist the Director of Diagnostic and Pathology Services in providing scientific expertise in the form of experimental design, lab training, analysis of data, and development of new testing procedures for the research and development work performed by Diagnostic R&D group. Assist in developing and executing plans for new programs dealing with water systems, disinfectant choices and usage, decontamination of mouse rooms and laboratory equipment and similar programs.
- Infectious Disease Consultations: Assist the Director of Diagnostic and Pathology Services in advising outside customers as well as departments and individuals within Jax about infectious disease testing, prevention of disease introduction into animal facilities, and procedures for maintaining healthy mice.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Veterinary Medicine -DVM. Must understand the basic principles of veterinary medicine as they apply to large numbers of mice, akin to herd medicine. Must make recommendations about managing mouse health based on this knowledge. Must have a firm understanding of epidemiological principles as they apply to health surveillance.
- Desired : Board certification or board-eligible in the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists or related board certification (e.g. ACLAM or ACVM).
- Experience- Must have minimum 3 years working experience with the detection of animal diseases and the use of diagnostic test methodologies for this purpose.
- Administrative - must have experience in performing administrative duties for a large group of personnel working in a laboratory setting
Pay Range: $133,785 - $223,986
Apply Here:
https://thejacksonlaboratory.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_JAX/job/Bar-Harbor-Maine/Associate-Director--Diagnostic---Pathology-Services_JR003957
About JAX:
The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan, and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.
Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org.
EEO Statement:
The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
About Us:Bar Harbor:
The Jackson Laboratory's 43-acre scenic Bar Harbor campus is nestled between the Gulf of Maine and the mountains of Acadia National Park. Some of the best hiking and biking in the world (over 50 square miles of mountains, lakes, views, and dramatic coastline) is accessible from our campus. We are one mile from downtown Bar Harbor, which offers a vibrant downtown district with a plethora of restaurants, shops, museums, and galleries.
Ellsworth:
The Charles E. Hewett Center in Ellsworth, Maine, is a state-of-the-art facility that serves researchers world wide. The facility represents the culmination of nine decades of unmatched experience and leadership in breeding and caring for laboratory mice.
Ellsworth, Maine, is one of Maine’s fastest growing cities. With a growth rate of nearly 20%, Ellsworth is a bustling year-round community and acts as a hub for surrounding towns. It is located nearby Acadia National Park and hosts numerous special events, concerts and festivals each year. Residents have access to fabulous shopping, recreation, museums, galleries, and dining at a variety of independent restaurants.
Farmington:
JAX Genomic Medicine is transforming medicine by improving patient care, lowering costs, and increasing life span and health span. JAX Genomic Medicine’s research focuses on the complex genetic causes of disease and on the development of genomic solutions tailored to each person's unique genetic makeup.
JAX Genomic Medicine sits on a 17-acre site on the campus of the University of Connecticut Health Center. The 183,500-square-foot facility opened in the fall of 2014. Now, it houses over 300 biomedical researchers, technicians, and support staff in state-of-the-art computing facilities and laboratories.
In Connecticut, JAX resides in the scenic town of Farmington, in the state’s capitol region. The Hartford region, which offers some of the best public schools in the country, is made up of both bigger cities and smaller, charming historic New England towns. JAX Genomic Medicine is also geographically located within 2 hours of Boston and New York and is close to multiple transportation systems, including bus lines, highways, railroads and international airports.
Sacramento:
The JAX® Mice, Clinical and Research Services facility is located in Sacramento, the state capital of California. Sacramento is less than a two-hour drive from San Francisco, Napa Valley, and scenic Lake Tahoe, and a short flight to both Los Angeles and Orange County. Sacramento is the birthplace of the nation’s Farm to Fork movement, and offers excellent restaurants, gastro-pubs, wineries, theaters, and museums. Outdoor activities are plentiful: Boating, white water rafting, and riding the scenic bicycle trails are popular. Housing and other costs of living are more affordable in Sacramento and its surrounding suburbs than in most other neighboring areas in the North Bay, making Sacramento one of the hottest housing markets in the country year after year.
Augusta:
JAX’s Maine Cancer Genomics Initiative (MCGI) is located in Augusta, Maine, in the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care (HACCC), at Maine General Hospital. It began operations in 2016 with three overarching goals: to provide cancer genomic testing for Maine cancer patients; to develop and deliver physician education about clinical genomic cancer diagnostics; and to build a network in Maine of oncology practices conducting studies in genomic medicine.
[TOP]Staff Veterinarian
Charles River Laboratories, Mattawan, MI
9/15/23
At Charles River, we are passionate about improving the quality of people’s lives. When you join our global family, you will help create healthier lives for millions of patients and their families.
Charles River employees are innovative thinkers, who are dedicated to continuous learning and improvement. We will empower you with the resources you need to grow and develop in your career.
As a Charles River employee, you will be part of an industry-leading, customer-focused company at the forefront of drug development. Your skills will play a key role in bringing life-saving therapies to market faster through simpler, quicker, and more digitalized processes. Whether you are in lab operations, finance, IT, sales, or another area, when you work at Charles River, you will be the difference every day for patients across the globe.
We are seeking experienced Staff Veterinarians within our Veterinary Services Teams at our Mattawan, MI facility.
The Charles River Mattawan facility has over 1700 employees. Join our dynamic Mattawan Veterinary Services team of 10 veterinarians and over 30 veterinary technicians and behaviorists to care for a diverse range of laboratory, companion, and farm animal species. Our site offers a full- range of pre-clinical services, utilizing a full range of laboratory animal species, with several multiple areas of specialty study focus, including drug safety, surgery, neurology, cardiovascular pharmacology, reproduction, molecular imaging, and ophthalmology. Located in southwest Michigan, surrounded by lakes, we are 15 minutes from Kalamazoo, a college town of over 100,000, and a bit over two hours from Chicago or Detroit.
Key Responsibilities- Provide consultation, oversight, and direct support of veterinary care activities for all animals used at Charles River.
- Assist the Attending Veterinarian and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) to ensure compliance with animal welfare standards and regulations by AAALAC, Int., USDA, and PHS-OLAW.
- Supporting the evaluation of test article effects by performing examinations and making assessments to interpret study effects ion animals.
- Support the development of cutting-edge therapeutics and help lead high-quality animal care programs in line with the institution’s commitment to high standards of animal welfare.
- Make a meaningful impact in animal care while enhancing data integrity and scientific rigor of our studies through highly intentional collaborative and supportive efforts with the scientific and operational staff.
Qualifications for the positions include, but are not limited to:
- DVM or equivalent degree obtained from an AVMA accredited institution with 0-5 years of relevant experience.
- Licensure to practice veterinary medicine in at least one state, preferred.
- USDA accreditation, preferred.
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Computer skills, commensurate with Essential Functions and including ability to learn a validated system.
- Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule when scheduled for emergency-on-call duties (shared amongst the team) to include, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to work under specific time constraints.
To apply, please send a resume/CV (optional cover letter) and location(s) that are of interest to: Aaron Litwin @ aaron.litwin@crl.com.
Charles River offers a highly competitive total compensation package including:- Base salary + short-term and long-term incentive plans
- Potential sign-on bonus/relocation packages
- Professional development and continuing education (e.g., CE (national/local meetings, virtual & in-person), leadership development, cross-site and international collaboration within CRL)
- Other academic and credentialed pursuits (e.g., ACLAM Boards, Toxicology specialty boards).
- Enhanced flexibility/consistency of hours, valued support for work/life balance
- Comprehensive onboarding and training opportunities
- Access to a global network of veterinarians across Safety Assessment and other business units.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vet.
If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
For more information, please visit www.criver.com
[TOP]Principal Veterinarian
Charles River Laboratories, Mattawan, MI
9/15/23
At Charles River, we are passionate about improving the quality of people’s lives. When you join our global family, you will help create healthier lives for millions of patients and their families.
Charles River employees are innovative thinkers, who are dedicated to continuous learning and improvement. We will empower you with the resources you need to grow and develop in your career.
As a Charles River employee, you will be part of an industry-leading, customer-focused company at the forefront of drug development. Your skills will play a key role in bringing life-saving therapies to market faster through simpler, quicker, and more digitalized processes. Whether you are in lab operations, finance, IT, sales, or another area, when you work at Charles River, you will be the difference every day for patients across the globe.
We are seeking a Principal Veterinarian for our Veterinary Services Team at our Mattawan, MI facility.
The Charles River Mattawan facility has over 1700 employees. Our Mattawan Our site offers a full range of preclinical services with areas of specialty study focus. Located in southwest Michigan, surrounded by lakes, we are 15 minutes from Kalamazoo, a college town of over 100,000, and a bit over two hours from Chicago or Detroit.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide consultation, oversight, and direct support of veterinary care activities for all animals used at Charles River.
- Respond to veterinary consults by examining animals, making treatment recommendations, communicating with study directors, and following cases through resolution.
- On-call/emergency service on a rotating basis shared amongst the team of clinical veterinarians.
- Assist the Attending Veterinarian and IACUC to ensure compliance with animal welfare standards and regulations by AAALAC, Int., USDA, and PHSOLAW.
- Support the evaluation of test article effects by performing examinations and making assessments to interpret study effects in animals.
- Make meaningful impact in animal care while enhancing data integrity and scientific rigor of our studies.
Qualifications:- DVM or equivalent degree obtained from an AVMA accredited institution.
- Board Certification by ACLAM or equivalent and 4 years of experience or 10 years of relevant experience and documented evidence of specialty skills relevant to laboratory animal medicine (e.g., publications, presentations, organizational service, other advanced training/specialties)
- Licensure to practice veterinary medicine in at least one state, preferred.
- USDA accreditation, preferred.
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Computer skills, commensurate with Essential Functions and including ability to learn a validated system.
- Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule when scheduled for emergency-on-call duties (shared amongst the team) to include, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to work under specific time constraints.
To apply, please send a resume/CV (optional cover letter) and location(s) that are of interest to: Aaron Litwin @ aaron.litwin@crl.com.
Charles River offers a highly competitive total compensation package including:- Base salary + short-term and long-term incentive plans
- Potential sign-on bonus/relocation packages
- Professional development and continuing education (e.g., CE (national/local meetings, virtual & in-person), leadership development, cross-site and international collaboration within CRL)
- Other academic and credentialed pursuits (e.g., ACLAM Boards, Toxicology specialty boards).
- Enhanced flexibility/consistency of hours, valued support for work/life balance
- Comprehensive onboarding and training opportunities
- Access to a global network of veterinarians across Safety Assessment and other business units.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vet.
If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
For more information, please visit www.criver.com
[TOP]Senior Staff Veterinarian
Charles River Laboratories Safety Assessment, Houston, TX
9/15/23
Apply at: https://jobs.criver.com/job/Houston-Sr_-Staff-Veterinarian-TX-77047/1069685500/
Job Summary
Responsible for providing professional veterinary services. Oversee and perform veterinary procedures that support all aspects of veterinary care for the site. Assist the Director in oversight of the animal care and use program. May supervise or oversee veterinary and behavioral staff and manage the activities of assigned section to ensure effective performance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Oversee daily animal health assessment program.
- Perform veterinary rounds as scheduled, and provide clinical care and preventive medicine support.
- May perform surgical support and provide anesthesia, surgical and analgesic technical expertise/advice.
- Perform pre-shipment physical examination of animals assigned for delivery to customers, including radiographic review, ultrasonography, Electrocardiogram (ECG), evaluation of routine screening tests and specific tests if required by customer.
- Responsible for the overall training program for veterinary technicians/staff. Ensure that training is properly documented and regularly updated as necessary.
- Oversee the Environmental Enhancement program for NHPs.
- Provide animal health care guidance for veterinary services personnel as required.
- Ensure that internal and external reports and other materials are prepared and submitted as required.
- Provide responses to internal/external inspections and quality audits of veterinary or animal welfare type content.
- Implement and monitor the preventive health program appropriate to the site’s needs.
- Serve as advisor to management in technical matters as they relate to the site including application of new technology and any changes in national policies, procedures, guidelines or regulations affecting animal care and use.
- Assist Director in oversight of quarantine program which includes participation in vendor management, e.g. reviewing vendor health information, communicating specific issues related to shipments to them, tracking overall vendor performance, and interacting with the CDC as warranted.
- Assist Director in oversight of animal holding program with respect to overall colony health preventative medicine, clinical care, and client owned animal colony management.
- Provide support for activities of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), including protocol review, program review and facility inspections. May serve on the IACUC.
- Ensure all procedures and processes are accomplished in accordance with the regulations as it relates to animal welfare and veterinary issues.
- May fill role of Veterinarian of Record (Attending Veterinarian)
- Write, review and update veterinary care and/or necropsy SOPs as required.
Job Qualifications- Education: Veterinary degree (D.V.M./V.M.D.) required.
- Experience: Minimum of 6 years veterinary experience in an NHP environment. Two years supervisory/ management experience preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- Certification/Licensure: Licensure to practice veterinary medicine in at least one U.S. state required. Ability to become licensed in Texas within 6 months. USDA accreditation or application submitted within 1 month of hire. Ability to obtain DEA license within 6 months. Current DEA license highly desired. ACLAM eligibility or accreditation is highly desired.
- Other: Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Windows, PowerPoint and Excel.
- Good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and guidelines that govern animal research, research conduct principles and current methodology of laboratory animal medicine and management required.
[TOP]Clinical Veterinarian
Charles River Laboratories Safety Assessment, Houston, TX
9/15/23
Apply at: https://jobs.criver.com/job/Houston-Clinical-Veterinarian-(Non-human-Primates)-TX-77047/971746800/
We are seeking a Clinical Veterinarian for our Safety Assessment site located in Houston, Texas.
This role will be responsible for providing professional veterinary services and assisting with the management of all phases of health care for the animal colony.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Provide clinical care for the animal colony.
- Perform veterinary rounds as scheduled and provide clinical care and preventive medicine support.
- Perform surgical support and provide anesthesia, surgical and analgesic technical expertise/advice to facilitate protocol development.
- Assist in the development and deliver training for staff. Training may include veterinary diagnostics, techniques, and minor surgical procedures.
- Provide animal health care guidance for veterinary services personnel as required.
- Ensure that reports and other materials are prepared and submitted as required.
- May participate in the response to internal/external inspections and quality assurance audits of veterinary or animal welfare type content.
- Provide support for activities of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), including protocol review, program review and facility inspections.
- May serve on the IACUC committee.
- Write, review, and update veterinary care and/or necropsy SOPs as required.
- Perform literature searches relating to veterinary subject matters.
- Ensure facility is compliant with all applicable regulations, guidelines and standards that relate to animal care and use (e.g., USDA, FDA, AAALAC).
- Make recommendations and assist in establishing and enhancing veterinary and animal care standards. Technicians, scheduling activities, and personnel development of veterinary technical team and husbandry staff.
- Perform special projects and assist with administrative
- Use controlled substances and be responsible for maintaining appropriate records.
- May assist in management of the activities of assigned section, including providing direction to Veterinary efforts as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Veterinary degree (D.V.M./V.M.D.)
- Related experience with animal care and surgical techniques.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- Licensure to practice veterinary medicine in at least one U.S. state.
- Ability to practice veterinary medicine in the work state highly desirable. USDA accreditation or application submitted within 1 month of hire.
- Proficient in Computers (MS Office Suite).
- Must be organized, can prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
- Must have strong communication skills.
- Must be available to be on call on a rotating weekend shift.
[TOP]Clinical Faculty Veterinarian
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
9/15/23
The Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine (ULAM), University of Michigan Medical School has an open faculty position for an academically oriented clinical laboratory animal veterinarian.
The current ULAM clinical faculty consists of 12 clinical faculty veterinarians and 3 pathologists. Together they conduct a vigorous clinical, educational, research and service program that extends campus wide. Areas of research emphasis within the Unit include host-pathogen interactions (microbial pathogenesis and host response to infection), venous endothelial dysfunction, refinement and enrichment effects on experimental variables, analgesic and anesthetic efficacy, and clinical laboratory animal medicine and science. Faculty members have protected time for engagement in independent and collaborative research activities as well as access to multiple internal funding opportunities. Additionally, ULAM has a long history of training veterinary residents in laboratory animal medicine and biomedical research. ULAM has been a leader in laboratory animal medicine and comparative medical research since 1962 and has trained a significant portion of ACLAM Diplomats.
The University of Michigan is ranked nationally in the top ten medical schools for NIH extramural support. It is in Ann Arbor, Michigan, a culturally rich university community. Animal facilities total more than 200,000 square feet in 27 buildings on greater than 32 acres. Research is conducted over a diverse range of scientific areas including medicine, engineering, basic science, and bioinformatics. All five classes of vertebrates are represented in our daily census of over 230,000 animals.
Responsibilities*
- Provision of clinical and surgical support and coordination of health programs for research animals.
- Review of animal use applications
- Teaching and mentorship of veterinary residents in the clinical training program.
- Engagement in academic scholarly activities including independent and collaborative research.
Required Qualifications*
The Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine (ULAM), University of Michigan Medical School has an open faculty position for an academically oriented clinical veterinarian. The successful candidate must have a DVM/VMD degree, be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in at least one state, have advanced training in the veterinary specialty of laboratory animal medicine, and be ACLAM board-certified or be progressing toward ACLAM certification. New or soon-to-be residency program graduates (expected completion in 2024) will be competitive for this position and are encouraged to apply.
This position is posted as Clinical Assistant Professor/Clinical Associate Professor /Clinical Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted via e-mail as a single pdf document including 1) Cover Letter, 2) curriculum vitae and 3) the names (with complete mailing address, phone, and E-mail) of at least three references.
Address all correspondence to:
Dr. Lucy Kennedy
Clinical Associate Professor
The University of Michigan
Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine
2800 Plymouth Road, NCRC 10-G090
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-0614
Email: lucybens@umich.edu
[TOP]Attending Veterinarian for Laboratory Animals
Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA
9/13/23
Job Number: REQ_0000047638
Date Announced: 11-Sep-2023
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Work Unit: Office of the Vice President for Research
Department: Animal Resource Program
Applications are invited for the position of Attending Veterinarian for Laboratory Animals (Assistant / Associate / Research Professor) within the Animal Resource Program (ARP) at The Pennsylvania State University. This position is based out of the University Park Campus located in State College, PA.
The ARP is an interdisciplinary research support program that provides animal care and veterinary support to over 20 departments, 5 colleges, and 500+ investigative faculty and staff. The ARP has a faculty and staff of 30 individuals including 4 veterinarians and 2 veterinary technicians who manage space and provide animal care in 12 campus vivaria including gnotobiotic and ABSL-3 facilities. The ARP provides veterinary oversight for laboratory animals, agricultural animals, and wildlife at University Park as well as several outlying campuses. The University Park animal care program is fully accredited by AAALAC International, including the program for agricultural animals and wildlife.
This position holds an 80%, non-tenure line, faculty appointment reporting to the Director of the ARP. This veterinarian will work closely with the ARP’s veterinary faculty and staff to assist in assuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies regarding the care and use of animals in research and teaching for all Penn State Campuses excluding the College of Medicine at Hershey. Responsibilities include veterinary clinical care of laboratory animals; oversight of the rodent health surveillance program; disease surveillance and biosecurity; and oversight or performance of clinical procedures including anesthesia and surgery, collection and/or analysis of clinical samples, and necropsies. The veterinarian will share emergency and on-call responsibilities with other ARP faculty. Additional responsibilities include the hands-on training of research and animal care staff, reviewing Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) protocols as an IACUC member, and assisting with post-approval monitoring. The veterinarian will provide collaborative assistance to investigators on grants and research contracts, will assist with animal model development, and will serve on the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC). In addition, the veterinarian will be responsible for working with staff across multiple compliance and administrative offices such as College of Medicine, Office for Research Protections, Environmental Health and Safety, Office of Physical Plant, Occupational Health and Safety, and others as necessary.
The position also holds a 20%, non-tenure line, faculty appointment reporting to the Chair of the Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences within the College of Agricultural Sciences. This appointment carries responsibilities for teaching and academic advising in the pre-veterinary curriculum.
Qualifications include a DVM/VMD from an AVMA accredited school and completion of a formal training program approved by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM), or equivalent qualifications and experience. ACLAM board certification is preferred. The veterinarian must have a veterinary license to practice in the United States with the expectation that a Pennsylvania veterinary license and federal category II accreditation within Pennsylvania and DEA controlled substance licensure would be obtained within 1 year. Outstanding interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work well with a diverse population are required.
This position requires the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
To apply, please visit https://hr.psu.edu/careers and submit a letter of application documenting qualifications for the position, a current curriculum vitae, and the contact information for at least three (3) professional references. Inquiries may be directed to Todd A. Jackson, DVM, DACLAM (taj5330@psu.edu, 1-814-863-7778), Director of the ARP and chair of the search committee. Reviews of applications will start in November of 2023 and continue until the position has been filled.
Penn State is a major, public, land-grant research university with research activity exceeding $1 billion annually. The University Park campus is located within the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of central Pennsylvania. State College and the surrounding communities are home to approximately 100,000 people, including over 45,000 students. The area is popular for its mountains, parks, streams, and superb sporting and recreational opportunities. State College has an excellent educational system and offers many cultural events.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to tuition discounts (75% discount for spouse and children), and paid holidays. Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/benefits for more detailed information.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
[TOP]Staff Scientist and Animal Facility Head
Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, Bethesda, MD
9/11/23
With nation-wide responsibility for improving the health and well-being of all Americans, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) oversees the biomedical research programs of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and those of NIH's research Institutes.
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), a major research component of the NIH and DHHS, is recruiting an outstanding experienced scientist to serve as Chief, Office of Laboratory Animal Science (OLAS). The Chief of OLAS is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal laws, regulations, and standards within NIAAA's animal care and use program and facilities. The Chief has the authority to ensure the provision of adequate veterinary care and oversees the adequacy of other aspects of animal care and use for all animals acquired and maintained by NIAAA. The Chief manages the animal care and use program of the NIAAA including: 1) supervising the overall program of laboratory animal housing, care, and management to ensure compliance and managing a preventive medicine program for disease control; 2) advising the research staff on all aspects of the use of animals in experiments, including experimental design, surgical and pre- and post-operative care, and experimental techniques; 3) reviewing animal study proposals, conducting semi-annual inspections of facilities, compiling required reports, and maintaining files of animal usage; 4) overseeing all animal acquisition; 5) participating on NIH committees pertaining to animal care and use; and 6) facilitating NIAAA compliance with the Division of Safety's animal exposure program.
The successful candidate must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree, i.e., Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), obtained at a school or college of veterinary medicine accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education. Additionally, the incumbent must possess a permanent, full, and unrestricted license to practice veterinary medicine in a state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States that includes successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination or its predecessors, the National Board Examination and the Clinical Competency Test. The candidate must have training and experience with laboratory animal science and medicine. Salary is commensurate with experience and accomplishments, and a full Federal package of benefits is available.
All applications should include the following: a current curriculum vitae and bibliography; a one-page synopsis of professional accomplishments, and the name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address of five professional references. Application materials should be sent to arrive no later than October 13, 2023. Applications as well as any questions about the position or the application process should be sent to Richard Doucette via email at NIAAAOLASRecruit@mail.nih.gov.
HHS,NIH,and NIAAA are Equal Opportunity Employers. Applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged. The NIAAA is a smoke-free environment.
[TOP]Assistant Director/Veterinarian
Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
9/11/23
Who We Are:
The Center for Animal Resources and Education (CARE) at Cornell University is a service and a resource to the AAALAC International -accredited Cornell research and teaching community. CARE provides high quality animal care and veterinary services, and advises and educates researchers, staff and students on animal experimentation issues while promoting best practices for the responsible use of animals. These actions result in quality science merging with animal welfare.
For the benefit of human and animal health, the mission of CARE is to ensure quality animal care and welfare while serving the Cornell research and teaching community through education and collaboration.
What We are Looking For:
CARE is in search of an experienced ACLAM board certified or eligible Veterinarian to provide clinical veterinary care and oversight to a large and diverse animal care and use program. The ideal candidate will also advise on research involving animals; perform collaborative and/or independent research projects; participate in IACUC functions; assist with maintaining accreditation of Cornell’s animal care and use program; and provide instruction and training to animal users, veterinary and husbandry staff, and residents in the lab animal medicine program.
What You Will Do:
Provide health care, including physical examinations, vaccinations, treatment of illnesses, and surgeries to research animals. Conduct routine clinical rounds; diagnose, treat and monitor the progress of sick animals (research animals including, but not limited to, rodents, rabbits, dogs, cats, cows, pigs, sheep, poultry, horses, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish). Maintain a program of adequate veterinary care including guidance and direction, monitoring and assessment of animal well-being in the areas of animal procurement and transportation, preventative medicine (including quarantine, animal biosecurity, and surveillance), pain and distress, euthanasia.
Advise on research involving animals. Collaborate with faculty on animal research projects including clinical research, design and performance of experiments using animals, as well as methods and techniques either proposed or in use. Perform independent research depending on funding opportunities.
Provide instruction to animal husbandry and research staff regarding care and treatment of a wide range of health conditions and health monitoring procedures. Assist with IACUC-mandated training programs, mentor veterinary students during rotations and externships with CARE. Assist in teaching/mentoring of students and residents in the Laboratory Animal Medicine Residency training program.
Review IACUC protocols and serve as an alternate to the Attending Veterinarian in the conduct of semiannual IACUC inspections and other IACUC responsibilities. Assist in the review of all animal use protocols and institutional programs involving animals in research, testing and teaching.
Maintain accreditation for Cornell’s animal program. Participate in, review and approve the planning, design and approval of any construction or renovation involving animal facilities and facility inspections. Conduct routine animal facility rounds.
Required Qualifications:
- DVM, VMD, or equivalent degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary school, or certification of veterinary training through programs such as ECFVG and PAVE with laboratory animal medicine and surgery experience and training.
- Three to five years’ experience with a wide variety of laboratory animals including (transgenic) mice, other rodents, cats, dogs, cows, pigs, sheep, poultry, horses, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish.
- Must have good working knowledge of AWA&R (Animal Welfare Act & Regulations), PHS (Public Health Service) policy, The Guide to Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, The Guide for the Care and Use of Agricultural Animals in Agricultural Research and Teaching, state regulations and other applicable laws, regulations and guidelines governing laboratory (including agricultural) animal care and use.
- Desire to teach/instruct/conduct research.
- Superior verbal/written communication skills.
- Service-oriented. Self-motivated.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to take initiative, follow directives, motivate others, and contribute to a positive and diverse team environment.
- Licensure to practice veterinary medicine in at least one state.
Preferred Qualifications:
- ACLAM board certified or eligible, or 5+ years of experience in clinical laboratory animal medicine.
- PhD, Master’s degree or other similar advanced degree.
- Experience writing grant proposals and conducting research projects from proposal to final publication.
- Experience in the industry setting GLP (Good Laboratory Practice).
- ABSL2 and ABSL3 experience is a plus.
- Experience working in a gnotobiotic facility is a plus.
- Experience directly supervising staff is a plus.
The expected hiring range will be between $140,000-$150,000/annually.
For full consideration, please attach both a resume and cover letter to your application.
Visa sponsorship not available for this position.
To apply for this opportunity: please submit BOTH a cover letter and resume/CV for full consideration, ideally as one combined PDF document. You can upload documents either by “dragging and dropping” them into the dropbox or by using the “upload” icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit How We Hire on the HR website. If you are an internal employee, please log in to Workday.
To view the full job description and to apply:
https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CornellCareerPage/job/Ithaca-Main-Campus/Assistant-Director-Veterinarian_WDR-00039766-2
[TOP]Open Rank Veterinarian
Southwest National Primate Research Center and Texas Biomedical Research Institute, San Antonio, TX
9/8/23
Southwest National Primate Research Center (SNPRC) and Texas Biomedical Research Institute (Texas Biomed) located in San Antonio, Texas are seeking an Assistant or Associate Veterinarian to be responsible for ensuring appropriate veterinary care for the production, research and retirement colonies of nonhuman primates (NHP's). This candidate will also ensure regulatory compliance consistent with Standard Operating Procedures and in accordance with the Animal Welfare Act and The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals. The successful candidate will lead a team of veterinary technical staff to implement and execute research projects in ABSL2, 3 or 4 settings. The candidate will oversee research procedures, review protocols, advise Principal Investigators on proper use of animal models, develop research techniques, and improve animal care through refinement, welfare and management practices and collaborate with both internal and external PIs desiring to utilize the unique NHP resources resident here. The successful candidate will be appointed as a Core Scientist of the SNPRC, reporting to Associate Director for Veterinary Resources. Additionally, the successful candidate will also be a member of the Texas Biomed faculty, at an appropriate rank (Assistant or Associate Professor), reporting to the Vice President for Research. Since this is a faculty position, independent or collaborative research is highly encouraged. The successful candidate will also provide clinical care and preventative medicine support to the NHP colonies. This includes but is not limited to implementation of the preventative health program, disease surveillance and prevention, administering analgesics and anesthetics, participating in the DEA controlled substance program, surgical and post-surgical care of research animals, diagnosis and treatments of diseases.
Education/Experience/Skills:
Candidates must possess a D.V.M./V.M.D. degree from an AVMA accredited university, valid license to practice in the United States and USDA accreditation or be able to become USDA accredited. Requires three or more years of experience beyond the doctoral degree in primate clinical medicine. Preferred: Five years of primate clinical medicine experience. Formal training in laboratory animal medicine. Five or more years of primate experience in a laboratory animal research setting. ACLAM board certification or board eligibility. Preferred candidate is licensed in the state of Texas and able to obtain a DEA license. Proficient computer skills (Microsoft, Excel), technical writing skills, knowledge of review and development of study protocols, knowledge of regulatory requirements.
Potential Hazards:
This work may involve exposure to toxic materials, compressed gases, weather-related work, radioactive materials, x-ray equipment, infectious agents (BSL-2, BSL-3, BSL-4), and medical waste. This work will involve laboratory animals. Employee may sit at a computer for long periods of time. Employee will drive a motor vehicle on Texas Biomed business. May be required to work in high containment labs. Participation in a medical monitoring and surveillance program is required. Safety training, equipment, clothing, and supplies will be provided. Must be able to wear an air-purifying respirator in a proper manner and, if necessary, pass a respirator fitness test.
Who We Are:
Texas Biomedical Research Institute is one of the world's leading independent biomedical research institutions dedicated to advancing global human health through innovative biomedical research. Texas Biomed aims to unravel the mysteries of infectious diseases through innovative thinking, creative problem solving and cutting-edge technologies.
What We Can Offer You:- Competitive pay
- 7% Employer-Funded retirement contribution starting day one
- Full insurance benefits
- Holidays, PTO and a paid week off in the last week of December
- We are proud of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging!
**All new hires must present proof of an up to date COVID-19 immunization record to include booster(s), if eligible.
Creating the TIDES of Change in Bioscience
Teamwork | Integrity | Diversity | Excellence | Safety
Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
Apply Here:https://www.click2apply.net/pqRyzNT5BldQ6uZznTgBZk
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[TOP]NHP Clinical Veterinarian
Princeton University Nonhuman Primate Research Program
9/8/23
Princeton University’s Nonhuman Primate Research Program (NRP) is seeking a full-time NHP clinical veterinarian for their expanding program. The primary purpose of this position is to provide veterinary clinical and surgical support for macaques and marmosets used in neuroscience under the general direction of the NRP Attending Veterinarian.
This position provides primary clinical care of NHPs used for research and breeding at Princeton University, including general veterinary care, management of sick cases, surgical support, and oversight of welfare and behavior. The position requires strong clinical, anesthesia and surgical veterinary skills, the ability to maintain clinical records and databases, computer literacy, strong organizational skills, and excellent interpersonal skills. The position requires close collaboration with the research labs and may offer research opportunities if the candidate so desires.
Responsibilities
Veterinary Care & Husbandry- Provide each individual NHP veterinary care that ensures its health and wellbeing.
- Performance of veterinary clinical rounds.
- Maintain current knowledge of standards of veterinary care with regards to NHP medicine and surgery, particularly in relation to the relevant research models being utilized at the University.
- Assist with overseeing healthcare monitoring, preventive medicine, and environmental enrichment for NHP research colony.
- The NRP AV and the NRP Clinical Veterinarian are responsible for veterinary care during normal business hours. The NRP AV and NRP CV will split on-call after hours duties with other veterinary members of the LAR veterinary team.
Behavior & Enrichment- Assist with the management and implementation of NHP Enrichment Plan.
- Assist with oversight of social housing enrichment program, under management of the NRP AV Welfare & Behavior Manager.
Regulatory- Assist NRP AV:
- Provide support for activities and attend meetings of the IACUC, including protocol review, program review and facility inspections.
- Ensure program is in compliance with all applicable regulations, guidelines, and standards that relate to animal care and use (e.g., USDA, OLAW, AAALAC).
- Participate in inspections by USDA and site visits by AAALAC.
Training- Support and participate in training program to provide training to veterinary care staff, animal care staff, and researchers.
- Support and participate in training program to develop and deliver training for the PIs, lab staff, researchers and members of the IACUC with respect to NHP care, procedures, and protocols.
- Assist in writing, reviewing, and revising NHP veterinary, husbandry, environmental enrichment, surgery and compliance SOPs as appropriate.
Research Support- Assist NRP AV with oversight of water and food restriction of NHPs in accordance with institutional policies, SOPs, and approved IACUC protocols.
- Assist NRP AV perform pre, peri, and post-operative support for all NHP models, including but not limited to preop planning, surgery, anesthesia, and post-operative care.
- Participate in providing consultation, collaboration, advice, and training as needed during protocol development.
Other- Assist NRP AV and University programmatic needs in other duties as assigned and appropriate.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:- Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from a College of Veterinary Medicine that is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association or has a certificate issued by the American Veterinary Medical Association’s Education Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates), and a license to practice veterinary medicine in at least one state.
- The ability to obtain a license to practice in the state of New Jersey and national USDA accreditation.
- A minimum of two (2) years of clinical, surgical, and anesthesia experience with laboratory nonhuman primates and/or completion of an accredited laboratory animal medicine residency.
- Excellent and working knowledge of standards, regulations, policies and guidelines associated with performing research using NHP including the Animal Welfare Act and Regulations, the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, and Public Health Services Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in use of computers including use of word processing, spreadsheets, database software and internet usage.
- Demonstrated capacity to work well independently and in collaboration with veterinary care and research staff.
- Strong preference will be given to candidates with a strong background in nonhuman primate clinical and surgical medicine, particularly those with experience with NHPs used in neuroscience.
- Ability to work after-hours, nights, weekends, and emergency shifts as needed to perform responsibilities.
Preferred Qualifications:- Board certification in Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM).
- Experience interacting with regulatory agencies during inspection, site visit, or audit including USDA, AAALAC, and OLAW
- Evidence of commitment to continuing education and continuous improvement of clinical, surgical, or anesthesia skill sets
- Research surgical and imaging (MRI, CT) experience.
- Teaching experience both in a classroom setting and with individuals.
- Supervisory experience.
- Management of NHP colonies used in neuroscience research, particularly management of cranial implants.
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
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[TOP]Assistant Director of Comparative Medicine Services
Tufts University, Boston, MA
9/1/23
Tufts Comparative Medicine Services(CMS) is seeking an Assistant Director to lead Preclinical Services in Boston, MA and set the strategic direction and broad goals for this service and team. Preclinical Services provides an array of in vivo services to support preclinical and biomedical research to the University, Tufts Medical Center, industry and academic research laboratories in MA, the New England area, and globally.
This role oversees and provides programmatic oversight of the surgical research lab, Preclinical Services, Preclinical Imaging Core, and the Rodent Breeding Service. This position will be responsible for implementing veterinary health care for the animals and developing appropriate animal models for research, including drug and device development studies. As part of this work, this role serves as a liaison to preclinical external collaborators, provides veterinary animal model consultation, document preparation, animal research project development, and surgical assistance in studies involving rodents, rabbits, pigs, ferrets, dogs, sheep, human cadaver specimens and other animal species.
Requirements for consideration include: ACLAM certification, DVM (or equivalent) with license to practice in MA and a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
To view the job posting and apply:https://careers-tuftscareers.icims.com/jobs/19437/job?mode=job&iis=Professional+Associations&iisn=American+College+of+Laboratory+Animal+Medicine
[TOP]Clinical Veterinarian/Senior Clinical Veterinarian
Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA
8/31/23
GENERAL SUMMARY/OVERVIEW STATEMENT
The Clinical Veterinarian provides and oversees preventive and supportive veterinary care for laboratory animals at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH), with a team of other professional staff in the Center of Comparative Medicine (CCM). This person also provides professional expertise in a collaborative manner to investigators at BWH and elsewhere for animal model development and proper care and use of animal subjects. The position involves daily exposure to laboratory animals and their waste products.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Following Duties are required:
- Provide service to and train research staff on various components of proper animal use, preparation of animals for surgery, anesthesia, surgical technique, post-operative monitoring, injections, and sample collection;
- Perform veterinary review of BWH protocols;
- Work closely with the IACUC and investigators to report non-compliance concerns and provide re-trainings to researchers as needed;
- Manage preventive health programs, such as quarantine evaluation of new arrivals, surveillance of rodent colonies, annual physical examinations of USDA species, and gross necropsy evaluation of unexpected mortality events, and advise support staff with their assistance to these programs;
- Prevent, diagnose, and treat disease in rodent and non-rodent laboratory animal species, consistent with good veterinary practices. Perform routine clinical rounds in vivaria throughout BWH as well as site visits to animal vendors and extramural satellite facilities where BWH animals are maintained or procured. Rounds duties includes close work with a team of veterinary technicians to assure adequate veterinary care of animals under assigned facilities;
- Participate in Post Approval Monitoring for research studies in assigned areas;
- Mentor CCM staff to encourage career growth and strengthen the animal care team and train team members as needed;
- Provide weekend/holiday/after-hours coverage for veterinary emergencies, on a rotating basis with other professional staff in CCM;
- Participate in establishing, implementing and monitoring policies and procedures involving laboratory animal care and use that is in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and current accreditation standards;
- Comply with and follow CCM and BWH policies and procedures;
- Other duties as assigned;
QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral degree in veterinary medicine from an AVMA-accredited
- Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in a state in the United States (Massachusetts preferred).
- Eligible for USDA veterinary accreditation (accreditation preferred).
- Completion of a post-doctoral residency / fellowship in Laboratory Animal Medicine or equivalent experience ( ~ 5 years) working with common laboratory animal species including rodents, rabbits, livestock and aquatic species.
- Eligibility to sit for the examination for board certification in laboratory animal medicine by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine preferred.
- Written and spoken proficiency in English and basic scientific
- Position of Senior Clinical Veterinarian available based off experience and board certification.
SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
- Proficient in verbal and written English, mathematics, word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail.
- Has a customer-focused attitude and enjoys working collaboratively with similarly dedicated persons in a team fashion within a high-energy research
- Communicates well with a variety of levels of employees and outside
- Willing to pursue continuous improvement in the duties described above, including but not limited to additional training and continuing education opportunities as they may Must be able to work with common laboratory animals, animal waste products, chemical, radiological, and biological hazards and don appropriate PPE (dust mask, N95/PAPR).
WORKING CONDITIONS
The animal facility has a variety of environmental conditions. Specifically, employees may be exposed to noise, dust, chemicals, extreme heat, BL2-N infectious agents, and animal waste products. The duration of exposure to any of the above is dependent on the assigned duties.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
none
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY
Seek most cost-effective strategies to perform above duties.
ABOUT BRIGHAM AND WOMEN’S HOSPITAL
Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is an international leader in virtually every area of medicine and has been the site of pioneering breakthroughs that have improved lives around the world. A major teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, BWH has a legacy of excellence that continues to grow. With two outstanding hospitals, over 150 outpatient practices, and over 1,200 physicians, we serve patients from New England, throughout the United States, and from 120 countries around the world. The BWH Biomedical Research Institute (BRI) is one of the most powerful biomedical research institutes in the world and the second largest recipient of National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding among independent hospitals in the United States. BWH has long had great success in research as measured by the number of important discoveries made, the size and scope of its research portfolio and the volume of publications annually.
EEO Statement
Brigham and Women’s Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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[TOP]Attending Veterinarian
Binghamton University, Binghamton, NY
8/31/23
Salary: Commensurate with experience
State position with excellent benefits
Limited telecommuting
Applications: Information on submitting an application can be found at https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=166648
The Attending Veterinarian (AV) is charged with maintaining a program of appropriate veterinary care, designing and implementing preventative medicine programs, and providing health monitoring, diagnosis, treatment, and post-operative care for multiple species. The AV is responsible for the health and welfare of all animals used in University protocols, the necessity for and components of treatment administered, and the necessity for euthanasia. The AV is charged with managing the daily care needs of the animals, providing necessary veterinary care, monitoring all use of animals by university personnel, and ensuring the highest standards of animal care are always met. The AV helps in providing assurance of compliance with regulatory and accreditation bodies and in fostering strong communications with investigators, the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and the animal care staff. The AV serves as a member of the IACUC with duties that include reviewing animal use protocols, assisting with policy improvements, supporting investigators in protocol development, assuring quality animal care, and participating in semiannual program review and inspections.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Delivering the highest level of technical and professional oversight of all animal care and use functions involving laboratory animals in an ethical and safe manner while fostering scientific excellence and highly collaborative research in the animal program
- Promoting a positive culture of collaboration, compliance, service and integrity
- Possessing a solution-oriented attitude with an understanding of the impact of decisions
- Consultation and collaboration with university personnel, principal investigators, and researchers in effective methods of animal care and use
- Working with the Director of Laboratory Animal Facilities and animal care staff to maintain a preventive medicine program that may include quarantine, disease surveillance, and clinical health
- Providing guidance to Veterinarians Technicians
- Providing consultation to investigators regarding anesthesia, analgesia, breeding, and other study-related needs related to protocol development
- Performing survival surgery, as well as necropsies on rodents
- Preparation and delivery of training, guidance, and instructional programs to maintain compliance with various animal welfare regulations, as well as ensuring all practices are in accordance with AAALAC, PHS, USDA, and NYDOH standards
- Serving in the AAALAC reaccreditation process
- Serving as a member of the IACUC
- Participating in Post Approval Monitoring, IACUC, USDA, NIH, and AAALAC inspections
- Conducting pre-review of new, renewals, and modifications of animal use protocols
- Participation in IACUC semi-annual inspections of animal facilities and assists investigators in complying with various animal care and use requirements
- Remaining current on current in advancements in veterinary techniques and surgical procedures, professional trends and regulations, and fulfilling continuing education requirements of licensures
- Potential service as a member of other institutional compliance committees (Institutional Biosafety, Radiation Safety, Stem Cell Research Oversight committees)
Requirements
Required:- 2-5 years of related experience in research animal care
- DVM/VMD from an AVMA accredited institution
- Hold a license to practice veterinary medicine in the United States
- Possesses, or will obtain within one year of employment, a license to practice veterinary medicine in New York state
- Eligible for State and Federal registration to handle controlled substances
Preferred:- Experience in lab animal medicine, preferably within a university setting
- Evidence of effective teamwork and group communication skills, as these are key elements in this environment
- ACLAM board eligibility or certification
- Proficient in Microsoft Office core applications, various virtual platforms, with excellent written and oral communication skills
Employer Information:
Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive. Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success. Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first- generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
[TOP]Senior clinician in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia
University of Bern, Bern Switzerland
8/31/23
The Experimental Surgery Facility (ESF) is a service provider unit of the Experimental Animal Center (EAC) of the University of Bern. Our main task is to support the design, the ethical suitability, and the implementation of challenging short and long-term experimental trials in which anaesthesia and analgesia are required. Cardiovascular, neurovascular and transplantation surgeries as well as mini-invasive cardiovascular interventions and sepsis models are highly represented in our case log, mostly carried out in pigs, minipigs, rabbits and rats.
The Facility is a satellite centre of the ECVAA, has been renovated in 2020, and is equipped with state-of the-art anaesthesia, monitoring, imaging and diagnostic devices.
As of December 1st, 2023 or by agreement, we are looking for a motivated, flexible, resilient and humourful Senior clinician in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia, 80 - 100%.
Tasks- Supervise or provide anaesthesia to animals operated in the Facility, with some projects running beyond normal working hours
- Provide perioperative care to the animals in house and at the external farm
- Review anaesthesia relevant parts of the experimental applications
- Advise scientists on state of the art and ethically sustainable anaesthesia and analgesia protocols
- Perform administrative tasks as needed (planning, compliance, Pyrat, writing SOPs, pharmacy, radioprotection)
- Participate to the weekend on-duty schedule of the EAC vetservice (1 weekend every 2-3 months)
- Contribute to the GLP accreditation of the unit
- Take part to the internal and external continuing education program
Requirements- Master’s degree in veterinary medicine and board certificate in veterinary anaesthesia and analgesia (ECVAA or ACVAA diploma) or board eligibility
- Boards certified from other colleges (ACVECC, ECVECC, ECLAM and ECZM (Small Mammals)) are also encouraged to apply, if they have a solid, demonstrable experience in the field of anaesthesia and analgesia.
- Experience in ICU and/or with research animals are of advantage
- Genuine interest in the research setting, enthusiasm for the specialty, and value high-quality work
- Independent, reliable, and responsible way of working
- A high workload and the willingness to work occasionally outside normal working hours is no problem for you
- Interest and motivation in working in a multi-professional and multi-lingual team, team player, have good communication skills
- Fluent English language, and willingness to learn German. French a plus.
We offer- A 2-year position, with the possibility of prolongation
- A demanding, high-standard, varied and independent activity with complex interventional models
- An enthusiastic, committed and collegial team of vets, nurses and technicians
- Regular scientific and professional exchanges with a double diplomate (ECVAA and ECLAM), with the veterinary team of the EAC and with 5 ECVAA Diplomate of the Anaesthesia Dep. of the Vetsuisse Faculty of the University of Bern
- Regular exchange with the animal welfare officers of the University of Bern
- Good training and networking opportunities in the field of laboratory animal science and human anaesthesia and intensive care
- Possibility to attend the regulatory courses in laboratory animal medicine LTK1, LTK2 and others as needed
- Employment according to cantonal guidelines
- Attractive job in the city of Bern
Interested?
For further information please contact Dr. Daniela Casoni (DVM, Dr.Med.Vet., DipECVAA, PhD) daniela.casoni@unibe.ch or PD. Dr. Alessandra Bergadano (PD, DVM, Dr.Med.Vet., DipECVAA, Dipl. ECLAM, PhD) alessandra.bergadano@unibe.ch
Send your fully documented application (CV, intention letter, at least two references) until October 7th2023 to eac.admin@unibe.ch
[TOP]Clinical Veterinarian – Full-Time
Alpha Genesis, Inc., Yemassee, SC
8/28/23
A Clinical Veterinarian is needed for our facility located in Yemassee, South Carolina. Major responsibilities include the provision of hands-on clinical care for a large colony of old and new world primates and participation as needed in medical research that may include neurological, obstetric, or ophthalmic surgical procedures. The Clinical Veterinarian will perform veterinary exams, surgical diagnostic tests, and maintain the health of the colony. The Clinical Veterinarian will supervise several staff as well as work alongside other staff veterinarians. The position will provide oversight and leadership for veterinary and research personnel. Good written and oral communication skills are needed as the Clinical Veterinarian may be called on to participate in client services and communications, review and draft standard veterinary operating procedures and to review grant and contract applications.
Qualifications/Experience:- DVM/VMD degree from accredited institution required
- Eligibility and ability to obtain South Carolina state veterinary license
- Laboratory primate experience highly desired
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Computer skills (Access, Word, Excel)
- 3 years or more years of experience preferred, however newly graduated Veterinarians are welcome to apply
Salary/funding: Salary will be dependent upon experience and qualifications.
Benefits:- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
AGI has enjoyed tremendous success and growth throughout the years, and as we have grown, we have strengthened our dedication to providing only the best and most cost-effective research and development support to the scientific community.
Each AGI employee working in our AAALAC accredited facilities is highly qualified and carefully trained specifically to complete the job for those who are counting on you. At AGI your research is, and will always be, our highest priority.
ALPHA GENESIS, INC. MISSION STATEMENT
Establish Alpha Genesis, Inc. (AGI) as the world’s premier provider of the finest nonhuman primate products and services while maintaining our uncompromising principles as we grow.
The following seven guiding principles will help us measure the appropriateness of our decisions:
- Provide the highest standards of care for all animals that we are privileged to maintain.
- Provide a great work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity.
- Embrace diversity as an essential component in the way we do business.
- Apply the highest standards of excellence to the delivery of our products and services.
- Develop enthusiastically satisfied customers all of the time.
- Contribute positively to our communities and to our environment.
- Recognize that profitability is essential to our future success.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Alpha Genesis, Inc, is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to a non-discriminatory work environment. All employees and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Interested applicants please submit your CV to hr@alphagenesisinc.com to apply.
[TOP]Veterinarian
Inotiv, Alice, TX
8/24/23
Apply here:https://www.inotivco.com/careers/
Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.
Position Summary
Maintain the health of the animal species housed at Inotiv at our location and carry out veterinary health responsibilities.
RELOCATION BONUSES OFFERED!
LOAN REPAYMENT OFFERED! Up to $18,000, per year, for repayment of qualifying school loans.*
Responsibilities and Duties- Provide veterinary care for all research animals including many prescreening physicals, eye exams, and clinical cases
- Attend all animals as requested for health issues and carry out appropriate examinations, treatment prescriptions, and diagnostic procedures as appropriate.
- Monitor and address animal health and welfare issues as needed and inform Inotiv management thereof.
- Perform incoming health checks on large animals when received and add to individual health records.
- Perform pre-screening activities for study animals including physical and ocular examinations
- Complete animal examination and treatment records on all animals examined or treated and add to individual health records.
- Provide veterinary procedures and surgery support as called for in study protocols.
Assist with a variety of supervision/management, training regulatory, recordkeeping and other responsibilities as needed.
Position Requirements
This position requires a doctoral degree in veterinary medicine
At Inotiv our team members come together in support of an organization focused on delivering the experience, knowledge, and responsiveness demanded from an industry striving to bring new cures to market more safely and faster than ever before. Come join our team!
Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, 401K participation with company match, etc.
Inotiv is an equal opportunity employer and an E-Verify employer.
[TOP]Assistant, Associate, or full Professor (Tenure-Track), Yale Comparative Medicine
Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT
8/21/23
Position Description:
The Department of Comparative Medicine at the Yale University School of Medicine is searching for an academic veterinary pathologist with a strong research focus to pursue independent and collaborative research, participate in training of laboratory animal medicine residents, and provide, on a rotational basis, diagnostic pathology services. The Pathology Unit provides necropsy, microbiology, histology and health surveillance support for the Yale Animal Resources Center, which maintains more than 120,000 animals ranging from zebrafish to nonhuman primates, with the majority comprised of genetically engineered mice.
The Department of Comparative Medicine has a full-time faculty of 38 veterinarians, physicians, and basic scientists with robust federally funded research programs in metabolism, neurobiology, stem cells, vascular biology, cardiopulmonary biology and COVID. Comparative animal model development and with a strong translational and collaborative focus has been identified as a strategic area of research growth within the Department.
This position is being requested to provide pathology diagnostic support to Veterinary Clinical Services (a unit of the Yale Animal Resources Center) and to expand programmatic research that aligns with Comparative Medicine’s strategic plan of advancing comparative animal model development and translation. One of the current diagnostic veterinary pathologists will shift a large portion of effort to research pathology and will as needed support the diagnostic service or teaching and training activities within Comparative Medicine’s Laboratory Animal Medicine Training Program. Pathology replacement effort is needed to support the veterinary pathology diagnostic service and meet pathology teaching/training responsibilities. An independent or well-established collaborative research track record is anticipated to fulfill the research expectations of the position.
Required qualifications:- Board certification (American College of Veterinary Pathology or European College of Veterinary Pathology).
- A demonstrated research record, preferably with extramural research funding.
- Experience in laboratory animal pathology and/or experimental pathology.
A Ph.D degree and experience in toxicologic pathology and/or GLP methodology are desirable but not essential. An appointment as an assistant, associate professor will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Evaluation of Applications will begin September 1, 2023
Application Instructions
Please submit a letter describing qualifications, along with a CV, a two-page summary of current and proposed research to the following Interfolio website:apply.interfolio.com/123323.
[TOP]Director and Attending Veterinarian, Animal Resources Facility
Albany Medical College, Albany, NY
8/11/23
Applications:
Applications should include a CV, contact information for three professional references, and a cover letter describing why you are interested in this position and why your training and experience make you a good fit for this position. Please send inquiries and application materials by e-mail to: Harold A. Singer, Ph.D., Co-Chair ARF Director Search, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, 12208 (singerh@amc.edu)
Position:
The Director of the Albany Medical College (AMC) Animal Resources Facility (ARF) is responsible for the ongoing development and daily operations of the facility that encompasses approximately 20,000 NSF of both small and large animal housing and procedure space, including a dedicated BSL3 lab. The successful candidate will serve as the Attending Veterinarian, may have their own extramurally funded research program, and will provide institutional leadership for animal care and research services to AMC’s basic and translational researchers and regional collaborators. Responsibilities include:
- Reporting to the Dean of the School of Medicine, provide leadership and oversight of the animal facilities and animal care program, including planning and management of the ARF annual budget.
- Assess and develop plans for ARF infrastructure needs and utilization, including with regional collaborators
- Manage and oversee animal care staff in collaboration with the ARF Manager.
- Maintain and oversee a comprehensive animal biosecurity program including but not limited to: processes and procedures for quarantine, health surveillance, environmental monitoring, internal animal movement as well as animal imports and exports.
- Serve as the NYS controlled substance license holder for controlled substances used for education and research. Oversee laboratory records and compliance with federal and state DEA requirements.
- Provide veterinary care and oversee a veterinary care program for research animals including diagnosis and treatment of a variety of health conditions, in multiple species, as well as euthanasia, necropsy and tissue collection.
- Oversee a program of research staff training for ARF access, animal handling, proper veterinary care, procedures, pain/distress management and peri-operative care.
- Work closely with the IACUC Chairperson by serving on the IACUC as an Attending Veterinarian, providing pre-review, and participating in approval and post -approval monitoring of animal care and use protocols.
- Collaborate with faculty on research projects including design and performance of animal models, as well as methods and techniques.
- Advise investigators with BSL2 and BSL3 animal research programs.
- Participate in the development and management of disaster planning
- Maintain AAALAC accreditation and compliance for IACUC, USDA and NYS inspections.
Requirements:
- DVM/VMD or equivalent degree from an AVMA accredited university.
- Current veterinary licensure in one US state and eligible for licensure in NYS.
- Experience working with small laboratory animals including mice and rats.
- Able to work a flexible schedule as needed based on workload and deadlines.
- Satisfactory completion of the AMC’s background investigation and Occupational Health & Safety Program Requirements
Experience/Qualifications Preferred:
- Three or more years of experience managing an academic biomedical research animal care and use program
- American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) board certification or equivalent
- Experience with AAALAC, International accredited animal care and use programs
- Experience working with large laboratory animals
- Experience with biocontainment facilities and practices for ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 studies
- An independent or collaborative, extramurally-funded animal research program
- DEA license
Employer Information:
The Albany Med Health System is the largest and only regionally governed, not-for-profit health system in northeastern New York and western New England. Albany Medical College (AMC) is one of the nation's oldest private medical schools, founded in 1839. It has a robust animal research program that promotes translational research in the areas of physiology, immunology, cancer biology, and neuroscience. The Director is critical for the success of AMC’s mission of improving health by attaining the highest standard of research. The Director works closely with AMC faculty members and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) in the design and implementation of animal research studies. AMC was one of the first institutions in the world to be accredited by AAALAC, beginning in 1966, and has maintained continuous accreditation to date. AMC values and welcomes diversity. Individuals from underrepresented backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.
[TOP]Clinical Veterinarian
West Virginia University Health Sciences Center, Morgantown , WV
8/3/23
West Virginia University Health Sciences Center and the Office of Laboratory Animal Resources announce an opportunity for a Clinical Veterinarian to join our dynamic team.
The successful candidate will:
- Administer an animal care and use program that is in regulatory compliance and exceeds USDA, OLAW, and AAALAC standards.
- Support training for research technicians, animal care staff, and research investigators, and work closely with and supervise the OLAR veterinary technicians to provide state of the art veterinary care for research animals.
- Provide IACUC protocol advice to PIs and research staff and provide clinical and surgical support for research studies as appropriate.
- Develop and maintain written and/or computerized records, SOPs, and policies regarding veterinary care and health surveillance programs and for regulatory compliance purposes.
- Share rotating on-call duties with other WVU veterinarians.
The mission of OLAR is to provide the highest quality care to all animals under its supervision, and to offer guidance, support, and training to all members of the research community. As a land-grant institution, the faculty, staff, and students at WVU commit to creating a diverse and inclusive culture that advances education, healthcare, and prosperity for all by providing access and opportunity; by advancing high-impact research; and by leading transformation in West Virginia and the world through local, state, and global engagement. WVU is proud to hold R1 research classification, the highest research activity as described by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
At WVU we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
- 5-hour work week.
- 13 paid holidays.
- 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year.
- 18 sick days per year(for when you or your family is ill).
- WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits.
- 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks.
- Nationally competitive salary.
- Allowance for moving expenses is available.
Working for WVU may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Morgantown has approximately 31,000 residents and is ranked among the most livable small cities in the country. The area offers the cultural diversity and amenities of a large city in a safe, family-friendly environment. Residents enjoy nationally ranked schools, excellent healthcare, low unemployment, low crime rates and world-class recreational opportunities. The community lies within a high technology corridor that includes several federal research facilities, such as the U.S. DOE’s NETL, NASA’s Independent Verification and Validation Facility (IV&V), NIOSH and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, as well as private industry. Morgantown is within reasonable driving distances of Pittsburgh, Columbus, Cleveland, Washington, DC, and Baltimore.
To apply visit: https://careers.wvu.edu/career-opportunities. Please submit a cover letter describing your background, work philosophy, why you are interested in this position, and your future career plans; 2) a current resume. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.
[TOP]Clinical Veterinarian & Assistant Director
Indiana Univ. School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
8/2/23
The Laboratory Animal Resource Center (LARC) at Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) is seeking a customer service oriented individual to join our team as a clinical laboratory animal veterinarian and Assistant Director.
Research programs at IUSM encompass a broad range of biomedical research activities and areas of study, including cardiovascular disease, alcoholism, hematopoietic cancer, behavioral research, aging, and gene therapy. The LARC provides care and housing for multiple species of laboratory animals with a major emphasis on swine, dogs, rabbits, frogs, and rodents. Our AAALAC International accredited program consists of approximately 90 animal program staff, including seven veterinarians.
This is a non-tenure research track faculty position. Entry level faculty rank classification begins as an assistant scientist, however, qualified individuals with documentation of past academic rank advancement may qualify for associate scientist faculty rank.
Responsibilities:- Understand and follow regulatory requirements for working with animals in biomedical research, applying and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act & Regulations, the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, local policy, and other regulations as applicable
- Provide veterinary preventative, clinical, diagnostic, technical and surgical services with an emphasis on USDA-regulated species, frogs, laboratory mice and rats; perform regular rounds and check-ins
- Perform routine surgery such as spay/neuter, jugular/carotid catheter implantation, and other types of surgery as necessary for experimental model development
- Advise researchers on grant budget construction for provision of technical and surgical services; organize pre-initiation preparatory planning meetings with researchers; order and maintain supplies to support studies; ensure excellent oversight and communication; track supplies and labor for accurate billing of services
- Communicate with internal and external customers to convey impactful changes to animal health, husbandry/environment, and/or study conduct
- Review vendor health records, animal orders, assist with imports/exports
- Provide consultation to investigators regarding anesthesia, analgesia, surgery, breeding, housing/environment, hazards, model selection, protocol-writing, and other study-related needs
- Participate in training programs for LARC employees, research personnel, veterinary residents, veterinary students and others by creating and implementing training content for classes and instruction
- Provide expertise and assistance for specialty areas such as GLP, immune-compromised, gnotobiotic, hazards, or ABSL-2/3 restricted areas as needed
- Provide leadership within operations teams to prevent problems, identify opportunities, and solve complex challenges
- Perform direct or indirect supervision and oversight of veterinary technical staff, supervisors, and other operational staff, including human-resource related duties such as hiring, mentoring, coaching, and performance management
- Assist in writing/updating Standard Operating Procedures and policies
- Serve on department, campus, and university committees as assigned (e.g. IACUC, IBC, others); review IACUC and IBC protocols and provide post-approval monitoring
- Maintain current knowledge of issues in laboratory animal medicine, animal care, and science
- Participate in the quality assurance program; conduct routine facility inspections; perform QA (e.g. biological indicators, post-sanitation ATP checks, record-keeping audits); surgical suite oversight and maintenance; quality checks as part of supervision responsibilities
- Participate in site visits/audits by external oversight organizations (AAALAC-International, USDA, OLAW, DEA, State of Indiana Board of Pharmacy)
- Share after-hours and holiday emergency on-call services with other veterinary staff on a rotating basis
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:- Ability to have direct physical contact with and prolonged exposure to all common laboratory animal species
- Ability to work full-time and on-site
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) from an American Veterinary Association (AVMA) - accredited program
- Current license to practice veterinary medicine in at least one state in the United States of America with eligibility to practice in the State of Indiana
- Minimum of 2 year’s post-DVM clinical experience (e.g. in private practice or in an institutional/academic/industry setting in laboratory animal medicine)
- USDA APHIS category II accreditation
- Valid U.S. driver’s license
- Ability to obtain state and federal controlled substance registrations and FBI Security Risk Assessment (SRA) within 6 months of employment and maintain in good-standing throughout employment
- Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills
- Ability to work professionally and courteously with individuals of diverse backgrounds and education levels, including but not limited to animal care staff, researchers, and students
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, utilize problem-solving and time management skills
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as part of after-hour emergency on-call responsibilities or as assigned
Preferred Qualifications:- ACLAM-board certification or eligibility
- Training and/or experience in laboratory animal medicine and surgery in an academic environment to include working knowledge of the diseases, conditions, and common challenges
- Working knowledge of all laws, regulations, guidelines, and accreditation standards that apply to biomedical research and the ability to apply this knowledge towards assuring compliance
- Strong organizational skills and project management experience
- Prior supervisory or management experience
Application Process:To learn more about this opportunity or apply, visit
https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/18387
Please include (1) a letter of interest, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and contact information for 3 references.
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Questions about the position may be sent to Dr. Robin Crisler, DVM at crisler@iu.edu.
Indiana University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status. This institution is also a provider of ADA services.
Indiana University offers competitive benefits, tuition assistance, and retirement programs. Please see our website or contact us for further information https://hr.iu.edu/benefits/
[TOP]Senior Veterinarian
UC Davis, Davis, CA
8/2/23
Salary Range: $103,500 - $216,500.00 /annual (budgeted salary is: $103,500.00 - 150,000.00 /annual, commensurate with experience)
Department Purpose
This position is one of three senior veterinarians that support Campus Veterinary Services (CVS), a unit that provides routine veterinary care and project support for most research and teaching animals on and off campus.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of Campus Veterinary Services, provide medical care to research and teaching animals which includes rotating weekend on-calls and performing routine rounds of assigned animal care areas. Provide clinical and preventative health services to a wide variety of species: evaluate project-related clinical cases; perform research project support procedures; and review IACUC protocols. Act on behalf of the Attending Veterinarian (AV) with regards to veterinary oversight of the university animal care program and regulatory compliance. May at times act as AV when designated in the absence of the AV.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Minimum License/Certification:- Board certified or eligible for American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) certification boards.
- USDA endorsement or attainment within 1 year of hire.
Minimum Education/Experience:- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (DVM) from a recognized and accredited school of veterinary medicine; Licensed DVM in a state, with the attainment of CA license within 1 year of employment.
- Recent experience performing clinical care in a veterinary clinic, experience in a lab animal clinic preferred.
- Recent experience in clinical medicine as it applies to the diagnosis, surgical procedures, and medical treatment of a wide variety of laboratory animals, nonhuman primates, agricultural species, aquatic species, amphibians, reptiles, and other exotic species.
- Experience in preventive medicine programs required for laboratory animals, nonhuman primates, agricultural species, aquatic species, amphibians, reptiles and other exotic species including vaccination, parasitology, bacteriology, and virology screening programs.
- Experience working with large and small laboratory animals including nonhuman primates and exotic species.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :- Knowledge of institutional, local, state, national and international rules and regulations governing the use and care of laboratory animals (USDA Animal Welfare Act, ILAR Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, Endangered Species Act, FDA Good Laboratory Practice Regulations, and California Public Health Law).
- Knowledge of humane care and housing of animals with understanding of standards and guidelines as established by AAALAC International.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education/Experience:- Experience teaching in a classroom situation, seminar format, and on a one-to-one basis.
- Experience in conducting presentations at national and international specialty meetings.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :- Knowledge of gross necropsy procedures and basic histopathology of laboratory animals.
- Oral and written communication skills to develop procedures/instructions/training documents and to interact with a wide variety of individuals.
- Decision-making and problem-solving skills for research and technical problems.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Background Check
This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at:
http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=264647
Job ID # 50031
The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
[TOP]Assistant or Associate Vet Scientist (Clinical Veterinarian – Field Station)
Emory National Primate Research Center, Emory University, Lawrenceville, GA
8/1/23
Department: EPC: Veterinary Medicine Field Station
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 114205
Location: Lawrenceville, GA
The ideal candidate will have a DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited institution, be licensed to practice veterinary medicine, and have training or experience in laboratory animal medicine. S/he will also have excellent interpersonal and team building skills and strong written/oral communication skills. ACLAM certification or board eligibility is highly desirable, as are knowledge and hands on experience in surgical and medical procedures in nonhuman primates. Collaborative involvement with investigators is strongly encouraged and prior experience in an academic environment is a plus. An excellent remuneration package will be offered to the right individual.
As noted, this position is primarily based/housed at the Emory Field Station in Lawrenceville, Georgia, although the new hire will be part of the overall veterinary department that is based at both the Main Station (Atlanta, Emory University campus) and Field Station. The Clinical Veterinarian at the Field Station works in collaboration with and reports directly to the Assistant Director of Animal Resources, Field Station, as well as the Associate Director of Animal Resources.
Clinical- Clinical care of all animal species at the Field Station (monkeys and chimpanzees)
- Surgical intervention and support as necessary
- Emergency veterinary support on weekday evenings and weekends at the Field Station, on a rotating basis
- Emergency veterinary support on holidays at both the Main Station and Field Station, on a rotating basis
- Participation in clinical and pathology rounds
- Communication with other units (Colony Management, Animal Care, Research Labs, and Behavioral Management) regarding the clinical health and welfare of animals
Colony Care and Management- Participate in bi-monthly colony management meetings
- Support of the SPF program
- Management of quarantine animals
- Processing animals for shipments
Research- Provide guidance on protocol development to investigators, including IACUC veterinary consults
- Collect research sample specimens including rectal and lymph node biopsies, bone marrow and lymph node aspirates, CSF collection, etc.
- Communication with investigators regarding assigned research animals
- Initiate and/or collaborate in clinical and laboratory animals medicine research studies, including project design, proposal preparation and publication of findings
- Prepares case reports, abstracts, posters and platform sessions for presentation at professional meetings
- Administrative/Regulatory
- Assistance with management of veterinary technician staff
- Ensure ongoing activities are in compliance with current regulations, institutional SOPs and approved IACUC protocols
- Opportunities for participation in committees (e.g. IACUC, Safety and Allocation committees)
- Preparation for and participation in IACUC and USDA inspections at FS, as well as NIH and AAALAC site visits
Preventative Medicine- Preventative health management of monkeys and chimpanzees
- Participation in routine examinations of monkeys and chimps
- Participation in assessment of quarantine animals
Training- Oversight and training of veterinary technicians, externs, interns and residents
- Participation in monthly training sessions including primate grand rounds, histopathology rounds, and the journal club
- Participation informal didactic training of residents and others
- Training of research and animal care staff as needed
To apply online: https://faculty-emory.icims.com/jobs/114205/job
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT:
Emory NPRC in conjunction with Emory University conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which may include education verification, reference check, criminal and other background check, sex offender registry check, health assessment, and possible drug screen. This also may include the validation of either COVID-19 vaccination records or an approved Emory *exemption if your position is in a clinical setting. *Note—there is no exemption for this position. Emory NPRC/EPC processing for hands-on work clearance instructions will then follow and will include a general health assessment and mandatory tuberculosis (TB) testing.
Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture
The COVID-19 vaccine or an approved exemption is currently only required for individuals working in a clinical setting. For more information on the University or Hospital policies, including exemptions, please see our website.
Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.
[TOP]Senior Director Animal Quality & Compliance
Taconic Biosciences, Germantown, NY, and Rensselaer, NY
8/1/23
Recruitment title: Senior Director/Attending Veterinarian
Taconic Biosciences, an industry leader in animal model solutions, is seeking an exceptional DACLAM veterinarian and regulatory expert in the laboratory animal space to lead our global animal quality team as the Senior Director Animal Quality & Compliance.
This high visibility role will initially perform the US attending veterinarian role and a sub-set of Institutional Official (IO) responsibilities with the intent of taking on the full IO assignment in time. Taconic prioritizes Birch’s 3Rs, driving a culture that emphasizes both employee and animal welfare. We advise leading pharmaceutical, biotech, and academic customers on a ranging from animal husbandry to colony optimization while focusing on murine animal models with an emphasis on cutting edge genetically engineered models. Our culture rewards learning and teaching others, bias for action, transparency, and respect: maximizing problem solving and minimizing drama. Join Taconic as we leverage our innovative products and services to help customers accelerate advancements in human health.
To Apply Visit:https://taconicbiosciences.applytojob.com/apply/PcxRkU1paD/Senior-DirectorAttending-Veterinarian?source=ACLAM
Responsibilities:- Defines and drives Taconic’s animal care and use strategy to comply with AAALAC, industry, regional and local government, and the like through collaboration with key functional leaders and stakeholders.
- PHS Assurance, OLAW, NY DOH Animal Use and Controlled Substance registration, DEA Controlled Substances, European Directive 2010/63/EU, FALASA, Denmark, and Germany regulations
- Performs agreed to IO responsibilities while developing into the IO role.
- Defines and utilizes KPIs and data to identify and prioritize improvements and manages to effective closure.
- Refines clinical program, along with other veterinary staff, to one of clinical excellence, with proactive prevention and resolution of potential animal welfare and quality issues via:
- Gathers and assesses clinical data and manages animal care and use/compliance related corrective actions, including customer complaints, adverse phenotypes, and the like.
- Drives development and deployment of animal and animal welfare training for all functions.
- Subject matter expert for animal welfare and quality customer complaint investigations
- Benchmarks industry best practices to advance Taconic’s animal care and use program.
- Performs the role of attending veterinarian.
- Partners with the IACUC chair to ensure that the IACUC functions effectively and efficiently.
- Ensures effective facilitation and closure of all IACUC semi-annual inspections and facilitates improvements to prevent recurrent findings.
- Key collaborator and customer liaison for customer complaints.
- Actively develops relationships and consults with veterinarians and animal welfare officers at Taconic customer sites to support our value proposition of customer intimacy.
- Provides subject matter expertise on laboratory animal medicine, facility design and regulatory requirements to colleagues within and outside Taconic. Prepares and submits scientific/clinical manuscripts for use on our Taconic website, internal and external communications including peer-reviewed publication.
- Leads and manages the global animal quality function, including the veterinary care team and the Compliance Coordinator.
- Works with customers, partners, and Taconic cross-functional stakeholders to effectively manage and resolve animal welfare concerns.
- Signatory for NY sites international shipping paperwork.
- Escalates non-compliance and concerns to the IO, as necessary.
- Monitors and reports animal activism threats and serves as key contact for NPOs supporting animal testing.
Education and Experience:- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris (VMD), Diplomate American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (DACLAM, accredited with the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) required.
- Specialized and advanced training and certification/boarding by an Independent Board of Examiners. Examples include ACLAM Diplomates, Board certification for pathology, Board certification for toxicology, etc.
- NYS Veterinary practice license.
- USDA accreditation in the state of NY.
- 10+ years of relevant experience and/or training, which includes:
- 5+ years’ experience as a leader with a proven track record of ensuring compliance and implementing best practices in a matrix organization.
- 5+ years expertise with mouse and rat production, including surgery, embryology, engraftment, and the like.
- 5+ years’ experience with complex genetically engineered mouse models preferred.
- 5+ years’ experience having expert knowledge of US and EU laboratory animal regulatory requirements.
- 5+ years proven ability to facilitate an aligned resolution across cross-functions.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including excellent presentation skills.
- Skill in designing, implementing, and coordinating assignments, operations, and/or programs.
- Experience in making decisions or recommendations significantly developing or changing organizational policies or procedures.
Location and Travel:
This position primarily works remote with a requirement to be onsite at the NY facilities 20-25% of the time each month, requiring more time on site initially to build relationships with the team and learn our processes. In addition, travel to other Taconic locations will occur on a regular basis. Qualified candidates will be within 2-3 hour driving proximity to the Germantown, NY, and Rensselaer, NY sites.
The Pay Range: $220,000 - $300,000. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions.
What we offer:- Insurance within 30 days or less which includes options for medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and more!
- 20 days paid time off plus 6 additional holidays and 1 floating holiday
- Annual Bonus Program
- Work life balance
- 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Career advancement opportunities
- Commitment to training and providing you with the skills you need for success
- All employees receive access to 24/7 telemedicine (including mental health), short- and long-term disability and life insurance
Internet:
This role requires reliable internet service, Taconic requires a minimum speed of 200 MPS to be obtained. A stipend of $12.50 per weekly pay period is provided to aid in this requirement. Employees who cannot or will not get improved internet service are welcome to work at a Taconic office of their choice.
About Us:
With a history of over 65 years of excellence, Taconic Biosciences is a global team of the best problem solvers in the industry. We partner with our clients to develop winning research strategies that accelerate the discoveries for prevention and treatment of disease.
Taconic employees all over the world show up every day to deliver the best solutions for our clients while caring for ourselves, each other, and especially our animals. If you are a respectful, compassionate individual with a can-do attitude and a desire to do the right thing, we want you to join us!
Better Together at Taconic
Inclusion, Diversity, Awareness & Action. Taconic Biosciences is taking an active and intentional role in creating a company culture that encourages and appreciates the uniqueness in all people. Being you is what allows you to bring your best self to work. We are committed to ensuring that Taconic is a safe and fair workplace for everyone because it’s our differences that make us stronger. We are better together.
Taconic Biosciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.
[TOP]Clinical Veterinarian-Assistant Professor or Associate Professor Rank
University of Arkansas, Little Rock, AR
7/28/23
The Opportunity:
The Division of Laboratory Animal Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) invites applications for the Clinical Veterinarian position. This role will hold an academic appointment as either an Assistant or Associate Professor. This growing, dynamic department is suited for a candidate with enthusiasm for academic teaching, interest in building a professional niche, and desire topursue groundbreaking research while upholding the highest animal welfare and ethical conduct standards.
Responsibilities
The Clinical Veterinarian is responsible for providing clinical veterinary care and oversight of animal health, welfare, and safety programs. Specific job duties and responsibilities specific to the role include:
- Provide veterinary medical care and surgical services to research animals (primarily rodents with some large rabbit and pig studies).
- Maintain regulatory compliance, review protocols, and participate in IACUC and IBC proceedings.
- Development of animal models and consultation with research staff.
- Coordinating the health surveillance and quarantine programs
- Actively participate in teaching and training responsibilities on campus and at other contract institutions.
- Conducting collaborative research and other scholarly activities.
- Participate in facility management duties.
- On a rotational basis, provide emergency care after hours, on weekends, and on holidays.
Candidate Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have the following professional qualifications and personal characteristics:
- Candidates must hold a DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA Council on Education accredited veterinary college or school.
- Completion of an ACLAM-approved training program or ACLAM board-eligibility.
- Effective written, verbal, interpersonal communication, and organizational skills with ability to effectively interact with all levels of the DLAM and research staff.
- Proficiency, knowledge and experience with computers and Microsoft Office Suite tools including Outlook, Excel, Access, etc.
- Must meet the University’s requirements for an academic appointment.
- Ability to obtain an Arkansas veterinary license.
Preferred Qualifications- ACLAM board certification.
- Experience and knowledge of facility operations.
- Familiarity with AAALAC-International accreditation standards, as demonstrated in work history and credentials.
Personal Characteristics- Well-developed emotional intelligence with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Passion for excellence and a high level of energy and enthusiasm
- Demonstrated ability to work in a matrixed organization
- Demonstrated a record of promoting collaboration and cultivating strong internal and external relationships
- Capacity to embrace change with appropriate respect for culture and tradition
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Unquestioned personal integrity
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks:- UAMS recently rated 7th in Nation on Forbes Magazine’s Best Employers for Diversity List and top 30% of Employers for Women
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for staff and family
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Procedure for Candidacy:The UAMS Executive Search Group is facilitating this search. For full consideration, applications should include the following documents:
1) A curriculum vitae
2) A letter of interest providing a concise summary of qualifications for the position, including a research statement and a summary of research goals, a summary of teaching experience, and a description of personal and professional qualifications that support appointment to the role
Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Applications for candidacy can be submitted utilizing the following link:
https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UAMS_All_Careers/job/Little-Rock/Clinical-Veterinarian-Assistant-Professor-or-Associate-Professor-Rank_R0041834-1
All inquiries and nominations should be submitted to Kayla Jackson-Gougisha at kjacksongougisha@uams.edu.
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
UAMS is an inclusive Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
[TOP]Assistant Director
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK
7/26/23
The Animal Resources (AR) Unit of Oklahoma State University (OSU) invites applications for Assistant Director due to program expansion. OSU is a land grant institution with a wide breadth of activities involving live, vertebrate animals including biomedical, agricultural, and wildlife studies.
Salary Range: $149,000-$176,000, commensurate with experience
Responsibilities: As Assistant Director of AR, this individual will have the following responsibilities in providing veterinary care for a variety of laboratory animal and agricultural animals through disease prevention, clinical care, health monitoring, and quality assurance measures.
Specific Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Assisting with the daily management of the centralized laboratory animal program, personnel, facilities, budget, and long-term planning.
- Direct supervision of veterinary technicians/assistants and student personnel;
- Providing clinical veterinary care to a myriad of animal species;
- Providing emergency care afterhours, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis;
- Conducting health assessment rounds for animals housed in the University's decentralized animal facilities;
- Planning and implementation of preventative medicine programs;
- Assisting with the coordination of care provided to University‐owned animals by other veterinarians;
- Participating in IACUC activities as a voting member including meeting attendance, protocol review, facility inspections, and program reviews, as needed;
- Serving on the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), as needed;
- Assisting with management of the University's animal care program, and the preparation and review of standard operating procedures and disaster plans for the University's decentralized animal care program;
- Training researchers and animal care staff in animal handling, sample collection techniques, compound administration, anesthesia, surgery, regulatory compliance, etc.;
- Assisting with teaching comparative medicine to veterinary students in a didactic elective course;
- Conducting veterinary consultations pertaining to animal care and use protocols (ACUPs), (e.g., assisting investigators with animal model selection, study design, protocol development, etc.);
- Assisting the University in maintaining compliance with all applicable animal welfare regulations;
- Assisting colleges with maintaining and/or obtaining AAALAC accreditation;
- Managing the rodent quarantine and health surveillance programs in consultation with the Attending Veterinarian;
- In consultation with the Director of Animal Resources, provide input for planning, approval, and supervision of all construction projects that include the housing or use of laboratory animals;
- Conducting collaborative research; and
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications: Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) from an AVMA accredited veterinary college; Oklahoma veterinary licensure or the ability to obtain an Oklahoma veterinary license within 3 months of employment; ACLAM board certification.
Benefits: Stillwater is a rural college town of just under 50,000, half of which is comprised of students, but within short driving distance to both Oklahoma City and Tulsa providing a balance of amenities. Employment comes with competitive benefits including tuition waiver for dependents, free membership to state-of-the-art fitness center on campus, and much more.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must complete an application at https://jobs.okstate.edu. When applying, refer to Req 16165.
OSU is an AA/EEO/E-Verify Employer
[TOP]Director, Laboratory Animal Medicine
Scismic, Reno, NV
7/21/23
Applications:https://scismic.com/jobs/DirLabAM?source=ACLAM
Scismic is supporting the growth of an early-stage contract research organization (CRO) that has been in the business for over 75 years with over 20,000 employees and 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the world.
They are seeking a Director, Laboratory Animal Medicine for their Safety Assessment site located in Reno, Nevada.
The Director, Laboratory Animal Medicine will be responsible for the technical and professional oversight of all animal care and use functions involving laboratory animals at the site.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Serve as the veterinarian of record (attending veterinarian) providing technical, regulatory, and clinical support to all research programs at the site.
- Provide direct support to study directors in protocol design, animal disease model development, surgical services and animal health evaluations.
- Provide assistance to study directors on sponsor-related issues including direct contact with sponsors as required.
- Serve as a member of the Site Management Team and site representative of the Global Safety Assessment Veterinary Medicine Functional Matrix.
- Assure the health and welfare of all research animals maintained within the facility, both personally and through delegation and oversight of direct reports.
- Assure performance of daily observation of animals for clinical signs of disease or adverse events, documentation of clinical observations, maintenance of appropriate animal medical records, and assure prompt notification and resolution of conditions that are indicative of pain or distress.
- Develop proposals for improvement of the animal program and operational changes that improve the health and well being of research animals and facilitate the conduct of studies.
- Participate in the development, implementation and provision of animal care and use training.
- Regularly inspect, evaluate, and generate reports on the adequacy of animal care programs, related processes and procedures, and physical facilities used to house and manipulate study animals.
- Ensure compliance with established company, industry and regulatory standards.
- Provide oversight of surgical programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Veterinary degree (D.V.M./V.M.D.) or Master’s degree (M.S.) in a discipline relevant to laboratory animal medicine.
- 8-10 years related experience.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- Licensure to practice veterinary medicine in at least one U.S. state.
- ACLAM Diplomate Status preferred. USDA accreditation is desirable.
[TOP]Attending Veterinarian/Department Chair
East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
7/20/23
The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University is seeking an experienced, collegial laboratory animal veterinarian to lead the Department of Comparative Medicine as Chair. This individual will also serve as Attending Veterinarian for the fully AAALAC accredited, campus-wide animal care and use program.
Comparative Medicine is an academic basic science department within the Brody School of Medicine, comprised of 3 faculty and 25 staff. Comparative Medicine provides animal care for a variety of species housed in 6 facilities across campus. Other responsibilities include academic course instruction, clinical rotations, and investigator and staff training. The Chair is responsible for departmental fiscal operations, research support, and provision of excellent veterinary care and colony management. The Chair fosters interdepartmental collaboration among CM faculty and other departments.
The Attending Veterinarian is a critical component of assuring compliance with USDA, PHS, and AAALAC, International. The AV works closely with the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee and partners with campus Biosafety, Environmental Health and Safety, the Occupational Health and Safety program, and Facilities Services to maintain the highest standards of animal care and use at ECU.
The successful candidate must have a DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary college (or its equivalent as defined by the AVMA Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates), board certification by ACLAM or a related specialty. Preferred qualifications and expertise include at least 5-10 years’ experience, including clinical and surgical experience, facility operation, and IACUC service. Experience with ABSL3 management is a plus. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Quick Link:
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/61652
[TOP]Clinical Veterinarian (NHP)
Scismic, Houston, TX
7/20/23
Applications:https://scismic.com/jobs/Vet-NHP?source=ACLAM
Scismic is supporting the growth of an early-stage contract research organization (CRO) that has been in the business for over 75 years with over 20,000 employees and 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the world. They are seeking a Clinical Veterinarian for their Safety Assessment site located in Houston, Texas. The Clinical Veterinarian will be responsible for providing professional veterinary services and assisting with the management of all phases of health care for the animal colony.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Provide clinical care for the animal colony.
- Perform veterinary rounds as scheduled, and provide clinical care and preventive medicine support.
- Perform surgical support and provide anesthesia, surgical and analgesic technical expertise/advice to facilitate protocol development.
- Assist in the development and deliver training for staff. training may include veterinary diagnostics, techniques and minor surgical procedures.
- Provide animal health care guidance for veterinary services personnel as required.
- Ensure that reports and other materials are prepared and submitted as required.
- May participate in the response to internal/external inspections and quality assurance audits of veterinary or animal welfare type content.
- Provide support for activities of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), including protocol review, program review and facility inspections.
- May serve on the IACUC committee.
- Write, review and update veterinary care and/or necropsy SOPs as required.
- Perform literature searches relating to veterinary subject matters.
- Ensure facility is in compliance with all applicable regulations, guidelines and standards that relate to animal care and use (e.g. USDA, FDA, AAALAC).
- Make recommendations and assist in establishing and enhancing veterinary and animal care standards.
- Use controlled substances and be responsible for maintaining appropriate records.
- May assist in management of the activities of assigned section, including providing direction to Veterinary Technicians, scheduling activities, and personnel development of veterinary technical team and husbandry staff.
- Perform special projects and assist with administrative efforts as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Veterinary degree (D.V.M./V.M.D.)
- Related experience with animal care and surgical techniques.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- Licensure to practice veterinary medicine in at least one U.S. state.
- Ability to practice veterinary medicine in the work state highly desirable. USDA accreditation or application submitted within 1 month of hire.
- Proficient in Computers (MS Office Suite).
- Must be organized, can prioritize work and meet deadlines.
- Must have strong communication skills.
- Must be available to be on call on a rotating weekend shift.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in a research/lab animal/GLP environment.
Vaccine Mandate
The company is a U.S. Federal Contractor. As a result, we must follow the Presidential Executive Order to mandate vaccinations, and ensure our employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Our main priority is the wellbeing, health, and safety of our people. We require proof of vaccination from all employees.
[TOP]Clinical Veterinarian
Tulane University, New Orleans, LA
7/17/23
http://apply.interfolio.com/124256
The Clinical Veterinarian is a full-time position reporting to the Department of Comparative Medicine Director. The incumbent is responsible for the medical care of research animals, performing experimental surgical procedures, assisting in designing and monitoring research projects, training faculty, staff, and students, and participating in IACUC protocol reviews and inspections. The Clinical Veterinarian participates in the Tulane Laboratory Animal Medicine Training Program as a faculty mentor to residents in the program. The incumbent has weekend and holiday on-call clinical duties. The Clinical Veterinarian is highly organized, self-motivated, and can function in a complex university setting. The incumbent is considered essential personnel and may be required to report to work during the emergency closure of the University.
Required Education and Experience- DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine
- Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in one of the 50 states
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Please Note: Tulane University has officially adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. All employees and visiting faculty must be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccination or obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption prior to beginning employment.
Tulane University is located in New Orleans - a city with a tremendous history of diverse cultures, communities, and languages. Tulane is actively building a campus culture grounded in our values of EDI and anti-racism. We seek and welcome candidate applications from historically underrepresented groups, such as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), women, LGBTQ+, those living with disabilities, and veterans.
Tulane University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution committed to excellence through diversity and creating a community and culture that fosters a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO and will not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, or any other status or classification protected by federal, state, or local law. It is important to us to intentionally seek candidates who are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in support of Tulane’s Strategy for Tomorrow and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
[TOP]Laboratory Animal Medicine Resident Training Opportunity
Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
7/17/23
The ACLAM-approved Duke University Laboratory Animal Medicine Training Program (DULAMTP) at Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, is accepting applications for a Laboratory Animal Medicine Resident position. The selected candidate can start as early as possible.
Requirements: Candidates must have completed requirements from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school program, or be certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates or by the Program for the Assessment of Veterinary Education Equivalence. In addition, successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination and veterinary medical licensure in at least one state is required.
The DULAMTP is a three-year program; however, residents with prior research experience may complete their training in two years, provided the individual has research experience and has a published paper that satisfies the ACLAM requirements. Duke University is an ideal institution for laboratory animal training. The animal care and use program includes more than 15 laboratory animal species with an extremely diverse array of research initiatives. The DULAMTP's components involve research (if applicable), hands-on clinical work, shared didactic learning, and opportunities to gain laboratory animal experience at neighboring institutions, including governmental and other academic institutions. Most of the clinical experience occurs during the first and third years, with an increased emphasis on the research experience in the second year, to ensure that the resulting publication has been accepted and the resident is board eligible by the time their residency has been completed. Select residents may be eligible to enter into graduate school to pursue advanced research training with a resultant degree.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, veterinary and graduate school transcripts (if applicable), and the name, email address, and telephone number of at least three professional references to Sandra Portilla, DLAR Human Resources Representative at sandra.portilla@duke.edu.
Duke University is an AA/EOE.
[TOP]Clinical Veterinarian II
LabCorp Drug Development, Somerset, NJ
7/13/23
Please apply at the below link or email resume to: alisa.sargent@labcorp.com
Clinical Vet II - https://careers.labcorp.com/global/en/job/2333921/Clinical-Veterinarian
Labcorp Drug Development is looking for a Veterinarian II to provide veterinary health care for laboratory animals, give advice regarding the care and maintenance of laboratory animals, and provide training for technicians. To monitor animal health and welfare in compliance with applicable animal welfare regulations and help maintain facilities for AAALAC accreditation. Will assist two other veterinarians with clinical care and program oversight duties. This position is ideal for the candidate interested in pursuing the alternate/experience training pathway for ACLAM as AV willing to mentor successful candidate with ACLAM certification goal.
Duties and Responsibilities:- Provide laboratory animal medical and surgical care by examination, treatment and advice to ensure adequate and humane veterinary support, with minimal supervision/mentoring.
- Assist supervisor to ensure that company policies and practices regarding animal care and welfare are in compliance with relevant regulations
- Assist in training of staff including, where applicable, annual externship program.
- Assist with Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee functions, as needed.
- Performs physical examinations of laboratory animals as indicated in protocols and SOP.
- Report all animal care concerns and become involved in the resolution and appropriate corrective action, when necessary.
- Participates in client conference calls and visits.
- Manages projects and complex cases independently.
- Develops skills related to client-requested veterinary procedures (e.g., skin biopsies, bone marrow samples, CSF collection, anesthesia techniques).
- Mentors veterinarian I and veterinary and animal operations staff.
- Learn to provide scientific expertise on animal health, biology, physiology, and research methodology to staff scientists and technicians.
Requirements:- Graduate of AVMA accredited veterinary school or equivalent or equivalent training with ECFVG certification, is required.
- 3 2 years of veterinary clinical experience preferred.
- Must have ability to obtain a New Jersey license and USDA accreditation in the state in which the position is located (i.e. Wisconsin, Indiana, etc.) within 6 months. Not required to have when hired
- Knowledge of small and large animals used in research.
- Must be able to work in a laboratory setting with laboratory animals.
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
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[TOP]Clinical Veterinarian, Center for Animal Resources and Education, REQ188340
Brown University, Providence, RI
7/13/23
The individual in this position has veterinary support responsibilities both on the Brown University campus and at the Affiliated Hospitals having research programs involving the care and use of laboratory animals. Its occupant (in consultation with the Assistant and Associate Directors of CARE) participates in programs of veterinary care, provides surgical support, advises animal care staff members at multiple institutions, assists the institutions in maintaining compliance with Public Health Service and U.S. Department of Agriculture regulations and guidelines, provides guidance in maintaining accreditation of animal care and use programs and facilities, advises/assists Principal Investigators in the design and performance of animal care and use protocols, and serves on the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees of those Affiliated Hospitals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience- Must have a degree in veterinary medicine from an AVMA accredited school.
- Must be licensed in at least one US state and be willing to become licensed in the state of RI.
- Must have Formal Residency training and/or four years of full-time experience in laboratory animal medicine. American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) board eligibility or board certification are preferred. Or, equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Competencies- Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Must be able to exert influence without necessarily having direct line authority.
- Must be able to work in a number of locations, and be able to budget time and effort effectively according to the needs at each one.
- This individual must work effectively with a number of people in different institutions (with their different working climates) to foster and maintain high-quality animal care and use programs and facilities while having only a modicum of direct line authority.
- Emergency veterinary coverage on a rotating on-call basis on evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Must possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION CHECK REQUIRED
To apply, please use this link to directly view the position on Brown’s Career Site:
https://brown.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/staff-careers-brown/job/Bio-Med-Animal-Care-Facility/Clinical-Veterinarian--CARE_REQ188340
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
About Brown (Please visit our website and get to know us better at: www.brown.edu)
Located in historic Providence, Rhode Island and founded in 1764, Brown University is the seventh-oldest college in the United States. Brown is an independent, coeducational Ivy League institution comprising undergraduate and graduate programs, plus the Alpert Medical School, School of Public Health, School of Engineering, and the School of Professional Studies. With its talented and motivated student body and accomplished faculty, Brown is a leading research university that maintains a particular commitment to exceptional undergraduate instruction. Brown students come from all 50 states and more than 115 countries. Brown is frequently recognized for its global reach, many cultural events, numerous campus groups and activities, active community service programs, highly competitive athletics, and beautiful facilities located in a richly historic urban setting.
Brown’s Division of Biology and Medicine – composed of the Program in Biology and The Warren Alpert Medical School – is home to numerous centers of excellence in education, biomedical research, and clinical care. The Division is large and diverse; currently there are 147 biology/basic science faculty, 602 medical academic faculty (employed by an affiliated hospital or practice plan), 1,837 clinical faculty (community-based physicians), four basic science, 14 clinical departments, and two hybrid basic science/clinical departments. The Division is affiliated with seven diverse teaching hospitals in and around Providence, as well as HopeHealth and Brown Physicians, Inc. Staff in the Division total over 500 (including those contracted through hospital partners).
The Division is committed to excellence in teaching and research. We have more than 4,000 students enrolled in undergraduate biology and neuroscience courses. Approximately 17% of annual bachelor degree conferrals are to students graduating from one of the biology program concentrations. We have 274 PhD students, 133 Master’s students, and 599 medical students. The Warren Alpert Medical School is one of the most selective and diverse in the country. External funding for research has grown 153% since 2013, and research focus areas include aging and aging-related disease; immunology and infectious disease; RNA biology; and brain health.
Brown offers competitive benefits such as a generous retirement plan and education programs; details are available at:
http://www.brown.edu/about/administration/human-resources/
[TOP]Clinical Veterinarian, Department of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
7/13/23
Req #: 00043367
Job Title: Open Rank, Research Faculty Appointment (RFA)
Announcing a full-time, benefits eligible, faculty position in the Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (DVMS) at UT MD Anderson Cancer Center. DVMS is seeking an experienced Clinical Veterinarian for a non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor. DVMS is a core research support facility that provides housing, husbandry, veterinary care, experimental research services and pathology services for basic science, translational research, and drug development programs. Mice, including genetically engineered mice, account for the majority of the work with a small percentage of other laboratory animals making up the remainder. Refer to the Veterinary Medicine & Surgery department web page for additional information about the department and its programs.
Some of the key functions of the Clinical Veterinarian positions are as follows:
- Clinical Care: Assist the Section Chief, particularly in working with investigators on rodents. May assist with duties in other clinical sections within the department as assigned, working with investigators on clinical procedures and health concerns in a broad range of animal species including large animals.
- Participate in On Call rotation.
- Investigator Support: Effectively instruct investigators in appropriate methods of animal care and use.
- Institutional Compliance: Conducts pre-review of new and renewing animal use protocols and protocol amendments. Participates in IACUC semi-annual inspections of animal facilities and assists investigators in complying with various animal care and use requirements. May serve as a member or as an appointed officer on institutional compliance committees (such as committee chair, vice chair, or Chief IACUC veterinarian) as required. These may include the IACUC, Institutional Biosafety committee, Radiation Safety committee, and others.
- Continuing Education: Participates as an instructor/teacher in classified staff training, professional/paraprofessional training, and other educational activities as needed. Presents lectures using visuals aids to faculty, students, and other required audiences. Attends and participates in scientific meetings at local and national levels; remains current on professional issues; and fulfills continuing education requirements of licensure
- Scholarly Activity: Actively seeks out opportunities for, and participates in, scholarly academic contributions to scientific literature.
- Other duties as assigned
Required:Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (or equivalent degree) (from an A.V.M.A. accredited institution)
Preferred:Post graduate clinical experience in Veterinary Medicine and/or Laboratory Animal Medicine.
Certification:- Eligible or licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Texas
- Eligible for USDA accreditation
- Eligible for State and Federal registration to handle controlled substances.
Experience:
Must have 2 years’ experience performing veterinary medical and surgical procedures in a private practice or research/academic environment. Must meet institutional requirements for an academia appointment as an Instructor/Assistant Professor. Must be recognized by peers as possessing expertise in the field of veterinary medicine and surgery.
Interested applicants should send statement of goals, current curriculum vitae, and the names, email addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references to:
Vanessa Jensen, DVM, DACLAM
Chair
Department of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
1515 Holcombe Blvd., Unit 63
Houston, TX 77030-4009
Telephone: 713-792-7270
E-mail: VBJensen@mdanderson.org
MD Anderson Cancer Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws, unless such distinction is required by law. All positions at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are security sensitive and subject to examination of criminal history record information. Smoke-free and drug-free environment.
[TOP]Director of the Office of Animal Resources and Attending Veterinarian
Clemson University, Clemson, SC
7/11/23
Exciting role at a new Veterinary School in progress, be part of the inaugural leadership team!
Apply at:https://careercenter.aalas.org/jobs/18711372#expand
JOB SUMMARY:
Clemson University invites applications and nominations for the Director of Animal Resources and Attending Veterinarian. We seek an experienced leader to develop, implement and oversee a comprehensive care and management program for laboratory and agricultural animals. Reporting to the Vice President for Research, the Director will serve as the Attending Veterinarian (AV) and direct the Office of Animal Resources (OAR). In all responsibilities, the AV will work collaboratively to elevate services for the university research community while supporting Clemson University's mission and strategic plan and assuring compliance and the ethical treatment of animals.
JOB DUTIES:
Serve as the Attending Veterinarian: The Director/AV oversees the veterinary care of animals used in research and teaching. The Director works with the IACUC, and other University administrators, faculty, and staff to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and policies related to humane care and use of animals for research, teaching, and service. Elements of the veterinary care program include access to animals and periodic assessment of animal well-being; appropriate facilities, personnel, equipment, and services for laboratory animals; treatment of diseases and injuries; the availability of emergency, weekend, and holiday care; guidelines for animal procurement and transportation; preventive medicine; presurgical planning, training, monitoring, and postsurgical care; drug storage and control.
Serve as the Director of the Office of Animal Resources: This position is responsible for the strategic direction, vision, operation, and management of the OAR. The Director/AV leads a team of highly skilled and dedicated staff, including a Large Animal Veterinarian, who monitors the health of the research animals daily and provides care and treatment as needed under the direction of the Director/AV. Fiscally, the Director leads and directs budget and resource planning and overall fiscal management.
Serve as a voting member of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC): Contribute to the VPR¿s leadership team through service on various committees, including Radiation Safety, Biosafety, and Emergency Management Council, and task forces; and through other responsibilities as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
D.V.M. or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited program. Licensure to practice veterinary medicine in at least one state. Diplomate, American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (board certified or board eligible).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must have the knowledge, experience, and ability to ensure compliance with USDA standards and the Animal Welfare Act, The Guide for the Care & Use of Laboratory Animals, The Guide for the Care and Use of Agricultural Animals in Research and Teaching, NIH Public Health Service Policy, FDA GLP regulations, DEA Regulations, AAALAC guidelines, and all state rules and regulations. Demonstrated clinical and surgical experience. Candidates must demonstrate understanding of research methodology, principles, and procedures. Knowledge and experience in cost accounting principles, cost analysis, rate setting, and budget development. Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Experience in a leadership role (Assistant Director or higher or equivalent experience) in a large, complex research animal care and use program. Knowledge of and experience with the AAALAC International Accreditation process. Research experience on sponsored research projects, especially as a PI, co-PI, or collaborator. Knowledge and experience in the operation of a biomedical, an agricultural research facility and/or a college of veterinary medicine.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hrs: 37.5; Band: Commensurate based on experience
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL
Essential Level 1 employee
Required to respond during an emergency closure or modified operations in order to provide the University's initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
The university offers competitive salary commensurate with experience, as well as comprehensive health, dental, vision and retirement benefits. The university wishes to solicit a diverse applicant pool for this position. Applications received by July 10, 2023 will be assured full consideration. Applicants should submit a letter of intention, a curriculum vitae, and names of three references to http://apply.interfolio.com/126738. Inquiries may be made to RPM ReSearch, Brad McMillan atbrad@rpmresearch.solutionsor 704-502-0010.
MILITARY AND VETERAN:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical condition), national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.
Inquiries may be made to RPM ReSearch,Brad McMillan atbrad@rpmresearch.solutionsor 704-502-0010.
Experience in a leadership role (Assistant Director or higher or equivalent experience) in a large, complex research animal care and use program. Knowledge of and experience with the AAALAC International Accreditation process. Research experience on sponsored research projects, or collaborator. Knowledge and experience in the operation of a biomedical, an agricultural research facility and/or a college of veterinary medicine.
[TOP]Clinical Veterinarian, Animal Resources Center
University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX
7/11/23
To apply:https://utaustin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UTstaff/job/AUSTIN-TX/Clinical-Veterinarian--Animal-Resources-Center_R_00027906
The Animal Resources Center at The University of Texas at Austin is looking for a clinical veterinarian to help maintain approx. 150,000 sq. ft. of research animal space. The Animal Resources Center is responsible for managing three centralized animal facilities as well as some of the smaller satellite locations, and the veterinarians have a duty to provide expertise and guidance to all segments of the campus-wide animal care and use program in an AAALAC-accredited university setting.
UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
- Retirement contributions
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid holidays
Purpose
To provide clinical veterinary medical care for laboratory animal species. Provide guidance and clinical oversight to veterinary technical staff. Assist faculty with animal model development and animal research protocols.
Responsibilities- Provide clinical veterinary medical care to a wide variety of research animals in compliance with federal regulations, industry guidelines, and UT policies, practices and procedures with a specific focus on colony health, quarantine and spontaneous disease.
- Participate in the IACUC and perform related duties.
- Provide guidance and oversight of clinical and husbandry activities within the Animal Resources Center.
- Maintain appropriate programs of disease prevention and control commensurate with accepted protocols and regulations.
- Support research projects by providing expertise and technical assistance in the use of animals.
- Participate in and provide leadership for the AAALAC accreditation process and other programs that assure regulatory compliance.
- Teach and train internal ARC staff, students, faculty and departmental staff involved with animal research.
- Other related functions as assigned.
Required Qualifications- Veterinary medical degree (DVM or VDM) from an accredited or approved veterinary medical college or passage of the Foreign Veterinarian Equivalency Examination.
- Must have a current veterinary license in at least one state and be eligible for a license in Texas.
- Two years of post-graduate clinical experience in a biomedical research setting.
- Strong clinical and surgical skills as they apply to common laboratory animal species.
- Demonstrated skill and interest in teaching and training. Familiarity with biomedical research methods.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Proven ability to effectively interact with colleagues, scientists, and staff members.
- Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications- Formal postdoctoral training in laboratory animal medicine.
- ACLAM specialty certifications.
Salary Range- $130,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions- May work in all weather conditions
- May work around chemical fumes
- May work around standard office conditions
- Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
- Use of manual dexterity
- Climbing of stairs
- Lifting and moving
Required Materials- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
[TOP]Senior Veterinary Surgeon
AbbVie, Lake County, IL
7/11/23
Category Research and Development
Develops and manages the surgical program within the Department of Comparative Medicine, as well as performing surgery on current and developing new surgical models. This position will strategize support for Drug Discovery and Development projects and executes plans to advance the pipeline. Also, acts as technology expert that manages surgical animal models and associated equipment/tools required for study conduct when collaborating with fellow researchers.
Major Responsibilities- Develops surgical models and applies knowledge and experience in refining current methodologies
- Oversees surgical model conduct through proper set-up, study conduct and take-down
- Directs management of surgery schedules according to available resources
- Directs staff to ensure surgical arena is appropriately set-up for scheduled surgeries
- Maintains appropriate inventory for surgical models
- Provides and delegates hands-on training for surgical techniques
- Conducts proficiency training and assessments to R&D staff
- Ensures coordination of scheduling of resources for study conduct (veterinary technical staff and Research Services Group)
- Collaborates with stakeholders globally and serves as post-doc mentor as needed
Requirements:- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from AVMA accredited or equivalent institution preferred
- Minimum 7 years laboratory animal experience and demonstrated surgical expertise or DVM-PhD with at least 5 years laboratory animal experience with demonstrated surgical expertise
- ACLAM or ACVS board certification highly desirable
- Must have a high aptitude for surgical model development (both new or established) with ability to train others toward successful outcomes
- Should be well-versed in anesthetic and analgesic methods
- Initiative, strong work ethic, integrity
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse personalities.
- Skilled in bio-methodology skills across all species
- Proficient in general surgical skills in all species (i.e. tissue handling, aseptic technique, instrument prep, etc.)
- Species diversity experience (including non-human primate)
- Working knowledge of Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Problem recognition and solving skills are critical
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer including disability/vets. It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran or active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran or a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, or any other protected group status. We will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified minorities, women, individuals with a disability, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans or active-duty wartime or campaign badge veterans. The Affirmative Action Plan is available for viewing in the Human Resources office during regular business hours.
Travel: No
Job Type: Experienced
Schedule: Full-time
Apply at:https://careers.abbvie.com/en/job/lake-county/senior-veterinary-surgeon/14/50964762400Req ID R00083858
[TOP]Research Veterinarian
AbbVie, Lake County, IL
7/11/23
Category Research and Development
Within AbbVie’s Comparative Medicine function, executes and provides clinical oversight including diagnosis and treatment for disease processes in research animals under area of responsibility. Also provides surgical support to needed areas of research in both small and large animals.
The Research Veterinarian will also collaborate with researchers to provide professional and scientific consultation for selection and development of unique animal models systems for research, testing and production operations in animal facilities. In alignment with AbbVie’s commitment to 3 R's (Replacement, Refinement and Reduction), incorporate the 3 R’s in daily decision-making, conduct of research-oriented activities, and guidance to research staff. This position will contribute to the operational strategies of Comparative Medicine and will be expected to provide leadership to the animal care staff under their responsibility in the daily operations of animal husbandry, facility supervision and veterinary care.
Major Responsibilities- Provide clinical care to research animals under area of responsibility as well as surgical support across areas of priority.
- Supports facility operations including oversight for animal husbandry, leadership to animal care staff, and supervision for daily operations.
- Consults with research scientists, serving as a functional resource to IACUC.
- Monitors vendors to assure the adequacy of the health of all animals received within the facilities of the department.
- Actively contribute to the development of the staff, encouraging innovation and driving for results.
- Effectively identify concerns which might endanger the well-being or health of the research animals. Recommend corrective actions to management, and assume the primary responsibility for implementing necessary corrective actions defined by management.
Qualifications- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an AVMA accredited or equivalent institution.
- ACLAM board-certified with 3 years lab animal experience or DVM-PhD with at least 2-4 years lab animal experience
- Must demonstrate a good knowledge and experience in laboratory animal medicine.
- History of problem-solving skills involving clinical, minor surgical, and research associated issues.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer including disability/vets. It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran or active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran or a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, or any other protected group status. We will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified minorities, women, individuals with a disability, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans or active-duty wartime or campaign badge veterans. The Affirmative Action Plan is available for viewing in the Human Resources office during regular business hours.
Travel: No
Job Type: Experienced
Schedule: Full-time
Apply at:https://careers.abbvie.com/en/job/lake-county/research-veterinarian/14/50964762544 Req ID R00083884
[TOP]Director, Division of Laboratory Animal Medicine and Attending Veterinarian Research Assistant/Associate Professor
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL
7/6/23
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is seeking a Director of the accredited Division of Laboratory Animal Medicine (DLAM) and Attending Veterinarian to provide the highest quality operational, administrative and technical support to facilitate animal well-being at the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL. The successful candidate will hold a Research Assistant/Associate Professor faculty appointment in the Department of Medical Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology. Responsibilities include maintenance of a high-quality program by providing veterinary clinical, surgical and medical care to the animal population; facilitate developing programs of research; participate in medical and graduate curricula, and meaningful committee service.
Requirements include a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited institution; active veterinary license in at least one state with ability to obtain a license in the state of Illinois within 6-8 months; board eligible by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM); ability to obtain State and Federal controlled substance license/registration within 6 months from the US Drug Enforcement Agency. Familiarity with current USDA and PHS regulations, and the AAALAC International accreditation processes; broad knowledge of regulations and standards for use of animals in research, ability in fulfilling operational and veterinary needs of an academic research enterprise ability with strong leadership and excellent communication skills. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes an excellent benefits package via SIU School of Medicine.
SIU School of Medicine is located in the historic capital city of Springfield, Illinois with a population of 120,000 serving over 2 million throughout central and southern Illinois. It is an excellent place to live and raise a family with high quality affordable housing. Excellent public and private schools are available as well as an accredited community college and a University of Illinois Campus. Along with a wide range of cultural and entertainment offerings. Springfield is conveniently located between St. Louis, Chicago, and Indianapolis.
All applicants must apply via SIU-SM's online application system. Current job openings can be found on the SIU-SM web-site:http://www.siumed.edu/jobs/
https://siumed.hiretouch.com/job-details-2-fapa?jobID=82036 Req# N2301873
If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hrrecruitment@siumed.edu or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
A background investigation is a condition of employment.
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.
[TOP]Senior Research Veterinarian
Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
7/6/23
The Animal Resources and Care Division (ARCD) of the Office of Research and Innovation (ORI) at Virginia Tech has an opening for a laboratory animal veterinarian at the Senior Research Veterinarian level. As a member of the ARCD leadership team you will:
- provide clinical veterinary medical care and research support for a variety of laboratory animal species maintained across ARCD managed facilities and other locations in compliance with applicable federal regulations (e.g., AWA and AWRs), PHS Policy, professional standards (e.g. the Guide, the Ag Guide), and institutional and ACRD policies, procedures, and practices;
- assist ARCD facility supervisors with operating and maintaining animal facilities in compliance with applicable regulations, professional standards, and institutional and ARCD policies, procedures, and practices;
- provide oversight and guidance for the humane care and use of animals in non-ARCD managed programs including the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Agriculture Research and Extension Centers, and investigator managed areas; and
- oversee and direct a defined component of the veterinary care program.
Responsibilities include:
- providing veterinary medical care and research support to a variety of animal species in accordance with current veterinary medical practices, federal regulations, PHS Policy, and AAALAC standards;
- providing guidance to research personnel on animal model and protocol development, the selection of appropriate anesthetics and analgesics, surgical techniques and procedures, pre and post-operative care, rodent breeding colony management, and methods of euthanasia;
- training ARCD and research personnel on the humane care and use of laboratory animals, veterinary medical procedures and techniques, the appropriate use of veterinary equipment, occupational health and safety issues, and other topics relevant to working with laboratory animals;
- effective communication and collaboration that foster and maintain productive working relationships with ARCD leaders, investigators and research personnel, the IACUC, EHS personnel, and other entities involved with the animal care and use program;
- active participation on the IACUC; and
- participation in the veterinary on-call rotation.
Relevant training, experience, and skills:
- veterinary medical degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary college or ECFVG (Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates) certification;
- completion of an ACLAM (American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine) approved laboratory animal training program with relevant experience OR progressive experience without a training program;
- veterinary licensure in at least one of the United States, preferably VA;
- ACLAM Diplomate or board eligible status; and
- experience with a wide variety of laboratory animal species that includes rodents, zebrafish, companion animals, and agricultural species.
For more information about this opportunity and how to apply, please visit the Virginia Tech career page. The review of applications will begin July 24, 2023 and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified and the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with experience. Interested persons must apply through Virginia Tech’s career website, www.jobs.vt.edu, reference #526136.
Virginia Tech is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.
[TOP]Veterinarian - Instructor or Assistant Professor
Tulane National Primate Research Center, Covington, LA
7/5/23
The Tulane National Primate Research Center (TNPRC), located in Covington, LA, is seeking applications for the position of veterinarian within the Division of Veterinary Medicine to help meet the needs of its expanding program.
The TNPRC is one of seven National Primate Research Centers in the U.S. The TNPRC is an AAALAC International accredited facility housing approximately 5,000 nonhuman primates (NHP) of six different species. TNPRC’s research program is focused on infectious disease with a concentration on the study of AIDS. Other areas of research involve emerging infectious diseases, gene therapy, biodefense, enteric disease, NHP behavior, and NHP medicine and surgery.
Responsibilities of the position include general medical and surgical care of breeding colony and research animals, provision of research support, and training of investigators, laboratory animal medicine residents, veterinary students, and technicians. The successful candidate will join a team of ACLAM board certified veterinarians in the Division of Veterinary Medicine and will be provided opportunities to participate in the conduct of independent or collaborative research.
The candidate must hold a DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine and be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in one of the 50 states. ACLAM board certification or eligibility is preferred. The candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to interact positively with others with an orientation toward team science, intellectual curiosity, and demonstrated initiative toward continuous improvement.
This position will remain open until a qualified candidate is selected. Apply Now apply.interfolio.com/120431
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Tulane University is located in New Orleans - a city with tremendous history of diverse cultures, community, and languages. Tulane is actively building a campus culture grounded in our values of EDI and anti-racism. We seek and welcome candidate applications from historically underrepresented groups, such as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), women, LGBTQ+, and those living with disabilities as well as veterans.
Tulane University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution committed to excellence through diversity. Tulane University will not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status or classification protected by federal, state, or local law. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.
Please Note: Tulane University has officially adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. All employees and visiting faculty must be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccination or obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption prior to beginning employment.
[TOP]Associate Vice Chancellor for Veterinary Affairs and Director Division of Comparative Medicine
Washington University, St. Louis, MO
7/5/23
We seek a collaborative leader to serve as the Associate Vice Chancellor for Veterinary Affairs and Director Division of Comparative Medicine (AVC). This is a rare opportunity for a strategic leader to develop and lead a talented and committed team of over 290 laboratory animal professionals and staff to meet the complex and growing needs of the research community at the Washington University School of Medicine (WUSM) and the Danforth campus. The university has ambitious expansion goals for our research enterprise and maintaining an accredited, humane animal program while meeting the research needs of investigators is critical to our future achievement. The AVC will have the opportunity to create a vision and develop the organization to enhance performance and staff engagement.
The AVC is responsible for the well-being and clinical care of animals used in research, testing, teaching, and production. This includes the appropriate monitoring and promotion of animal well-being at all times during animal use, and during all phases of the animal’s life. The AVC will set the tone for the program of animal care and will uphold the highest standards of care and ethics. The AVC interacts with university leadership, department chairs, compliance groups, facilities and design teams, and PIs, representing DCM on strategic planning, facility design, technology projects, and other research initiatives.
Organizational Structure
Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Research, the AVC provides leadership and strategic direction with administrative oversight of all veterinary care, husbandry services, and facilities operations and management of the annual budget. The AVC may delegate the role of Institutional Attending Veterinarian, compliance, and IACUC affairs. The AVC position is well supported by a high-performing staff including six to ten veterinarians plus a team of veterinary techs, administrative professionals, and facilities operations staff totaling more than 290.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- The Institutional Attending Veterinarian/the AVC advises investigators and the IACUC on the appropriateness of specific techniques and methods on animal model development and research needs and the availability of alternative animal and non-animal models.
- The Institutional Attending Veterinarian/the AVC works independently and in conjunction with the IACUC to assure that care and use of animals covered by IACUC-approved protocols are to the highest programmatic standards and quality possible, and in full compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations, and university policies and procedures.
- Oversee the administration of services in all aspects of veterinary care of various species (rodents, non-human primates, rabbits, aquatics, and other lab animals). This may include providing clinical veterinary medical care, surgical, analgesic, and anesthetic support or advice to researchers.
- Manage all aspects of the veterinary animal research program and DCM including animal care operations, facilities, and budgets ensuring uniform policies and procedures across all facilities and laboratories.
- Lead a high-performing staff of veterinarians, veterinary techs, and facilities operations staff. Assure that all veterinary staff has the experience, training, and expertise necessary to evaluate the health and well-being of the species used at the institution.
- The Institutional Attending Veterinarian/the AVC serves as a liaison between the university and regulatory agencies concerned with the care and use of animals. Participates in site visits/consultations by external oversight organizations and collaborators. Assists in assuring facility and researcher compliance with NIH/OLAW/USDA guidelines, AAALAC requirements, and all animal welfare regulatory agencies. Works closely with the IACUC to assure the effective oversight and assessment of the animal care and use program.
- Lead and facilitate, in collaboration with the Operations & Facilities Management Department, long-term planning for the animal care and use program including the design, renovation and utilization of facilities and other necessary resources.
- Oversees the Animal Occupational Health and Safety program in conjunction with other key institutional programs to assure a safe and healthy workplace
- Collaborate with IACUC to provide training to all university researchers in the proper care and use of research animals in accordance with regulations, sponsor requirements, and University policies
Critical Skills & Expertise
- Knowledge of best practices for conducting animal research.
- Fosters positive relationships with all stakeholders including schools, departments, faculty, and research team members.
- Leads and delegates effectively to a diverse staff including veterinarians, vet techs, and staff who manage and work in the facilities.
- Manages complex animal research space in a multi-site environment. Leads growth and expansion plans working with internal and external partners
- Facilitates positive change and fosters a culture of continuous quality improvement.
- Recruits and develops veterinarians, managers, and supervisors and ensures proper staffing levels are maintained at all levels.
- Interacts effectively with the compliance and administrative groups, including the IACUC, Operations & Facilities, IBC, Grants, Contracts, and SPA.
- Knowledge of USDA regulations, The Guide, and the AAALAC accreditation process, with the ability to apply those standards for multiple species.
- Represents the university to external partners with a high level of professionalism.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to delegate in a collaborative manner.
- Excels in strategic thinking and analytical skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to respond to and manage crises as needed.
- Holds the highest standards of integrity and ethics in both performance and behavior; ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Required Qualifications
- Veterinary medical degree from an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited or approved veterinary medical college or school, or passage of the Foreign Veterinarian Equivalency Examination.
- Currently licensed in a State and eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine and to obtain controlled substance licensure in the State of Missouri.
- Board certification by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (equivalent training and experience with board certification in another related field will be considered).
- Ten years of experience in laboratory animal medicine working in a major research university, medical center, institution, or company.
- At least five years of successful leadership and administrative experience directing either a large facility or a significant component of a complex animal research program.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading growth and renovation plans of multi-site animal laboratory operations within a large organization.
About Washington University in St. Louis
Founded in 1853, Washington University has 7,858 undergraduate students, 8,433 graduate students, 4,151 faculty, and 19,646 employees and is ranked as a top employer in the region by Forbes. An independent, research institution (R1), WashU has $950M in estimated total sponsored research support (2022) and belongs to a small class of elite universities characterized by a deep commitment to excellence in education, research, and patient care. Learn more about WashU here https://wustl.edu/
Procedure for Application
We seek to develop a diverse slate of candidates for this important role. Qualified women, minorities, protected veterans, and candidates with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please submit your resume/CV along with a letter of interest via our career site: https://wustl.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Washington-University-Medical-Campus/Associate-Vice-Chancellor-for-Veterinary-Affairs-and-Director-Division-of-Comparative-Medicine---CFU-Office-of-VC-for-Research_JR75807-1
For questions about this opportunity, please contact: ndonohoo@wustl.edu
EEO Statement
Washington University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
[TOP]Attending Veterinarian and Manager (#1768)
National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center, Fort Detrick, MD
7/5/23
Applications:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=2dbb865a-891f-4cfd-b874-312bc74233dd&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=478111&source=CC2&lang=en_US
The National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center (NBACC) is a one-of-a-kind facility dedicated to defending the nation against biological threats. Its work supports the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and National biodefense preparedness planning, response, emerging threat characterization and bioforensic analyses. It is the first national laboratory created by DHS in response to biodefense gaps identified following the Amerithrax attacks of 2001 and has been operated by the Battelle National Biodefense Institute (BNBI) since 2006. Since its inception, NBACC and its staff have filled critical shortfalls in our scientific knowledge of biological agents needed to protect the public and defend the Nation from biological threats, whether naturally occurring, accidental, or deliberate and provided federal law enforcement with scientific data to support the investigation and attribution of biocrimes and protection of the US bioeconomy.
NBACC includes two centers: the National Bioforensic Analysis Center (NBFAC), which conducts the technical analyses in support of federal law enforcement investigations, and the National Biological Threat Characterization Center (NBTCC), which conducts studies to better understand biological vulnerabilities and hazards. Together these centers offer a unique national resource for understanding the risks posed by biological agents and emerging technologies to inform biodefense policy and response planning and the operational capability to support the investigation, prosecution, and prevention of biocrimes and bioterrorism.
PRIMARY FUNCTION
Provides state-of-the-art laboratory animal medicine and animal model development expertise for NBACC animal-based research. Maintains a consistently high level of quality in the humane care and use of animals in research and fosters a culture of compassion and respect for all research animals, which includes a wide range of both large and small animal species used as models for human disease. Ensures compliance with AAALAC International, Animal Welfare Act regulations, Public Health Service (PHS) Assurance, DHS Assurance, DHS Management Directives and all other applicable laws, regulations and guidelines.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires a Diplomate of the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine, holding a D.V.M or equivalent degree from an AVMA-certified veterinary school with a current license to practice veterinary medicine in one of the 50 U.S. states, and a minimum of 9 years of experience in laboratory animal-based research.
- Demonstrated significant personnel, project, and budget management responsibilities across multiple projects.
- Demonstrated success in technical proficiency, scientific creativity and accountability, while collaborating with others using independent thought. Publication history demonstrating advancing laboratory animal medicine/animal welfare and surgical experience highly desirable.
- Proficiency and clarity of oral and written communications are essential.
- Exemplary organizational skills with a proven track record of working effectively both independently and as a team player.
- Knowledge or experience with biocontainment facilities and procedures, laboratory safety, biosurety, and decontamination desirable. Experience working in biocontainment (ABSL-3/4) is highly desirable.
- Skills and experience to support laboratory activities and work in accordance with NBACC’s management system (e.g., ISO).
- Must be a citizen of the United States, able to obtain and maintain an interim secret clearance leading to a top-secret clearance, suitability for DHS, and a favorable adjudication of the Department of Justice (DoJ) for select agent access.
- Participation in the Immunization Program, Medical Surveillance Program, and enrollment in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) is required.
- May be required to participate in NBACC’s alternative work and/or on-call schedule, dependent upon business needs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serves as a subject matter expert for the Institutional Official and ensures compliance with guidelines of AAALAC International, DHS and PHS Assurances, DHS Management Directives and all applicable laws and regulations regarding animal care and use.
- Responsible for all Comparative Medicine research support and animal care activities including maintaining collaborative relationships with scientists and other research and support staff, support the development of animal use protocols and budgeting for research projects involving animals, and advising on the selection of appropriate animal models compatible with scientific requirements.
- Provides direct support to research projects through the performance of IACUC approved procedures, including surgical procedures, and provides supervision of veterinary technical support for animal research conducted at all levels of biocontainment.
- Maintains expertise in the field and proposes testing and evaluation of new methodologies, technologies, and approaches to enhance capabilities of the Comparative Medicine group as well as enhancing animal welfare and biosafety.
- Serves as the NBACC Attending Veterinarian and member of the IACUC and serves as an advocate and spokesperson for issues relating to research animal care and use.
- Establishes and maintains a high level training and competency determination program for animal care and research staff.
- Supervises Comparative Medicine staff, providing day to day management, working with Project Leads to assign projects to staff to ensure each project is appropriately resourced to achieve its objectives and resolving resource conflicts to address priorities set by the Associate Laboratory Director for Biological Threat Characterization.
- Responsible for ensuring recruitment and retention of a cadre of qualified Comparative Medicine staff including conduct of annual and mid-year performance reviews of direct reports, recommending promotions and salary actions as appropriate, ensuring staff adhere to BNBI policies and procedures, managing performance improvement plans and counseling for underperforming staff, and interviewing and hiring of new staff.
- Works on extremely complex problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangible variables.
- Exercises independent judgment in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results, with demonstrated success in leading multiple scientific teams.
- Ability to act independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments, while overseeing and managing the scientific or administrative activities of subordinates and/or technical personnel.
- Works as a strategic leader within the organization, with significant personnel, project, and budget management responsibilities across multiple projects.
- Expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts, with a reputation as an emerging leader in the field, with sustained performance and accomplishment recognized internally and externally through publications, sponsor feedback, and peer input.
- Maintains a safe work environment by participating in specialized training and review of safety manuals and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Identifies departures from the Quality Management System (QMS) and initiates actions to investigate and prevent such occurrences.
- Provides analysis, opinions and interpretation, and issues reports.
- Develops, optimizes, and validates new or modified methods and procedures.
- Ensures competence of staff to operate specific equipment or perform tests (may issue Authorizations).
- Maintains and evaluates records of analysis and reviews laboratory results, plans and reports.
- Ensures that equipment, reagents, and supplies are maintained and used properly.
- Directs, prioritizes, schedules, and provides technical expertise to staff to conduct work.
- Must be a team player, communicate clearly, be open to hearing ideas and suggestions from others, diffuse situations, and exercise empathy and patience with colleagues.
- Must have the ability to multi-task, maintain composure under pressure, and utilize effective time management skills to prioritize tasks.
- Must be a self-starter driven by an eagerness to succeed, maintain flexibility, adapt to change in a productive and positive manner, learn new concepts, and utilize critical thinking to resolve complex problems.
- Maintains appropriate records.
- Performs other assigned duties.
BNBI is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
[TOP]Laboratory Animal Medicine Veterinarian
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, MN
6/30/23
To apply:https://hr.myu.umn.edu/psc/hrprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&ACTION=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&
Job Code: 9752LM
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, equivalent degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary school, or certification of veterinary training through programs such as ECFVG and PAVE.
- License to practice veterinary medicine in Minnesota is required within 3 months of start date.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- 1-year or more experience or training in the field of laboratory animal medicine
- ACLAM Certification, ACLAM eligibility, or qualifications leading to eligibility
- License to practice veterinary medicine in Minnesota at start date
- Working knowledge of federal laws and regulations governing the use of animals in research, AAALAC-accreditation, and important industry guidelines (e.g. Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, Ag Guide, Occ Health, etc.).
- Excellent communication and clinical management skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds
- Advanced computer skills including experience with spreadsheets/word processing, presentation formats (presentation software and presenting virtually), and ability to learn new clinical and regulatory software systems.
MEDICAL, PHYSICAL, & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:- A current Tetanus vaccine is required
- An annual Tuberculosis screening is required
- An annual Influenza vaccine is required
- A protective measles titer is required or measles vaccination (if never vaccinated) or booster (if titer does not convey protection) is required
- A rabies vaccine or titer is offered unless the employee wishes to fill out a declination form
- Powered Air Purifying Respirator or N95 Masks may be required due to exposure of animal allergens when working in certain environments and conditions.
- An annual hearing test is required due to facilities with noise levels requiring screening
- Employees may work in wet rooms or around large industrial cage washers
- Employees may work in outside environments in all weather conditions
About the Job
Laboratory Animal Medicine Veterinarian - 9752LM
Employee Class: Acad Prof and Admin
Percent Time: 100%
Work Schedule/Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30. Some weekends, nights, and holidays will be required.
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are excited to offer this position as an addition to our fully staffed clinical veterinary team to better serve our investigators and the growth in their research. This position adds to the current clinical faculty of 6, creating a clinical team of 7 full time laboratory animal medicine veterinarians. The seven faculty positions are also supported by 2 laboratory animal medicine residents for a total of 9 clinical veterinarians.
Research Animal Resources (RAR) veterinarians provide medical care to research animals, regulatory oversight through various committees (e.g. IACUC and IBC), and consult with research faculty on the implementation and refinement of their research protocols. RAR veterinarians also have the opportunity to conduct independent and/or collaborative research, provide training and expertise to laboratory personnel, and teach veterinary students at the CVM. The University of Minnesota is part of the Minnesota LAM Residency Consortium and veterinary faculty are expected to teach, mentor, and support residents within the program. Additionally, the clinical veterinary team has responsibility and the latitude to identify areas for process improvement, develop plans to achieve identified improvements and to initiate the steps for implementation and completion. Clinical duties require case by case management as many standard treatment options are not compatible with research goals/objectives. This requires the development of unique treatment strategies that vary on a case to case basis depending on the specifics of the research and clinical problem.
In the research environment there is the potential for exposure to hazardous and infectious materials including, (but not limited to) chemotherapeutic agents, radioactive substances, allergens, excessive noise, and/or zoonotic pathogens. Ability to move / lift / restrain animals.
* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate could be classified as Senior Lab Animal Medicine Veterinarian.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical Care (50%):- Provide clinical care to research animals owned by the University or by outside organizations that have contracted to house animals at the University.
- As indicated by the medical condition of the individual animal(s): Examine, diagnose, prescribe medication, perform surgery, and providing methods for humane euthanasia if necessary
- Perform rounds of all animals in the assigned clinical areas on a regular basis.
- Provide services after-hours, holidays and weekends on a rotating basis, including the provision of emergency veterinary care and responding to housing facility issues, such as alarmed entries and ventilation/heating/plumbing emergencies in concert with police or facilities maintenance staff as applicable.
- Review and provide recommendations for new Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Standards of Care (SOC) and updates to current SOPs/SOC
Implementation of Regulatory Compliance Programs (15%):- Participate in design/review of research protocols, either through direct participation on committees such as the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee or the Institutional Biosafety Committee or by request directly from principal investigators and/or their staff.
- Advise Investigators on appropriate medications, procedures, and model design.
- Ensure that animal transportation, housing, and use complies with all applicable federal and state laws, as well as University policy, RAR policy, and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.
- Ensure that purchase, use, recording, and disposal of veterinary medical substances (including DEA controlled substances) are carried out in accordance with federal and state law.
- If federally accredited, responsible for the review, approval, and signing of interstate as well as international health certificates.
Teaching/Training (10%):- Create and offer lectures, labs, and seminars for veterinary students, animal care staff, veterinary technicians, area supervisors, and research staff and/or faculty.
- Provide training for graduate veterinarians in the laboratory animal medicine training program, Minnesota Laboratory Animal Medicine Consortium, via seminars, journal clubs, and clinical rounds.
- Research, write and amend reference documents for direct use in teaching researchers, students, RAR employees, or other individuals associated with the University.
- Assist in training new veterinary technicians.
- Mentor, train, and support veterinary colleagues and students. Identify areas for process improvement within the department and develop steps for implementation.
Strategic Planning (10%):- Identify areas for process improvement within the department and develop steps for implementation.
- Evaluate current methods and programs. Determine how to further enhance training and education programs.
Research (5%):- Participate in independent or collaborative research projects related to clinical laboratory animal medicine or other fields of study.
- Write grant proposals for submission to various agencies for research project funding.
- Present research findings at local and national meetings.
- Work with veterinary residents in the training program to develop and execute research projects as part of their required training.
Professional Development (5%):- Participate in department, college, and University events, meetings, projects, and initiatives. Participate in national meetings, trainings, and/or committees related to the field of laboratory animals and laboratory animal medicine.
Additional Duties (5%):- The RAR Director and Assistant Director may change or assign other duties to this position.
[TOP]Research Animal Veterinarian (Veterinarian (AN011))
University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI
6/28/23
The Research Animal Resources and Compliance unit (RARC) is looking for an energetic individual to join our team of dedicated professionals who provide care for research animals on campus. Come be a part of the exciting research enterprise at UW-Madison and contribute to important discoveries that lead to better lives for humans and animals.
This is a full-time, non-tenure track position reporting to the Chief Campus Veterinarian. Responsibilities include providing veterinary care and clinical oversight to research species in biomedical settings, especially nonhuman primates. The selected candidate will also serve on an Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and assist faculty and research staff with development of animal models and animal use protocol applications. The Veterinarian also assists in training programs for investigators, research staff, animal care staff, and other veterinarians; assists units in maintaining AAALAC accreditation, and provides surgical and postoperative care to research animals. Primary duties are caring for animals in the College of Letters and Science. This position will require an on-call rotation.
Qualifications:
DVM or VMD is required. Must be able to be licensed in one state. Board eligibility or certification in laboratory animal specialty is highly desirable. Incumbent must be able to obtain clearance to work with select agents. Formal training and/or experience working with animals in a research setting is preferred. The desirable candidate will have experience with the operations and health management of animal facilities. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.
Job Summary:
Provides professional veterinary care to animals in research colonies, designs and implements programs, and provides expert guidance to research staff and animal care/use committees to support the wellbeing of research animals. Trains research staff on animal care principals, and may instruct or lecture students to promote safe and effective animal care principals.
- 10% Designs and implements animal care programs of preventive medicine for designated individual animals and colonies
- 40% Conducts physical exams, diagnoses medical conditions, treats injuries and diseases, and provides surgical and post-operative care for animals in various environments
- 10% Documents medical procedures and activity, disseminates information, and makes medical recommendations based on results
- 10% Serves as a subject matter expert, consultant, and unit liaison to internal and external stakeholders and leadership regarding research protocols
- 25% Assists in the development and review of protocols, operating policies and procedures, and grant applications as needed
- 5% Develops and facilitates trainings, educational courses, and affiliated materials to staff and students on animal care methodologies and processes.
Additional Information:
Successful applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship, on or before the effective date of appointment. The Veterinarian must be able to comply with entry requirements for specialized animal facilities including, but not limited to health screening, periodic tuberculosis testing, vaccinations, and have the ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)(e.g. mask, respirator, etc.) as required by SOPs or policies. A period of evaluation will be required.
How to Apply:
For this positions, applicants are required to apply online at https://jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/research-animal-veterinarian-madison-wisconsin-united-states. Please include a letter and resume.
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Office of Laboratory Science and Safety
Office of Laboratory Safety
CDC, Atlanta, GA
6/20/23
Application Deadline: June 27, 2023
The Office of Laboratory Safety (OLSaf) within the Office of Laboratory Science and Safety (OLSS) is offering a job opportunity for a Veterinary Medical Officer, GS-0701-14. This opportunity is open to public and all federal employees.
Please see the vacancy announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/731629900
CDC Laboratory Science & Safety- Protecting Americans. CDC laboratory scientists work across the U.S. on a range of critical work, including research, surveillance, and reference diagnostic testing.
- Enhancing CDC Laboratory Science & Quality. Our laboratories follow CDC’s pledge to produce the highest quality scientific data, while ensuring the safety of our staff and the nation.
- Strengthening CDC Laboratory Safety. As a result of ambitious efforts to strengthen and reform CDC’s laboratory safety practices and oversight, CDC remains a model of scientific excellence and safety.
- OLSaf oversees biological, chemical, and radiation safety at CDC laboratories. In addition, OLSaf also manages CDC’s Select Agent Compliance Team and the Animal Care and Use Program Office (ACUPO), assuring CDC compliance with guidance and regulations for the responsible care of animals and select agent research at CDC.
Duties
As a Safety and Veterinary Medical Officer you will:
- Oversee program and policy development, coordination, and implementation of the intramural and extramural animal care and use program for CDC's laboratory animals.
- Serve as subject matter expert and assure CDC/agency compliance with federal policy, laws, and principles, including the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal Welfare Act, and Public Health Service Policy through the National Institute of Health's Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare (OLAW) in the care and use of laboratory animals at CDC.
- Assure CDC programs strictly adhere to regulatory policy and standards to Develop, manage, and coordinate training of animal users, scientists, and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) for intramural and extramural animal studies, biosecurity, occupational health for laboratory and fieldwork, and zoonotic diseases.
- Serve as team lead for a small group of veterinarians and safety professionals.
[TOP]Animal Care Unit Director and University Attending Veterinarian
University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
6/20/23
The University of Kansas is seeking a full-time, twelve-month Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with significant laboratory animal experience to serve as the Animal Care Unit Director and University Attending Veterinarian. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills, broad knowledge of regulations and standards for use of animals in teaching and research, and hands-on experience fulfilling operational, veterinary and research needs of a laboratory animal facility. The KU program serves a vigorous and diverse research portfolio studying basic biology, social science, translational medicine, and field research. The incumbent will be charged with managing a growing facility and must work closely with the IACUC, key stakeholders, and researchers to ensure integrated support for a high-quality program. Commitment to excellence in animal research, animal health and welfare, and regulatory compliance is required.
For complete description and to apply, go to: https://employment.ku.edu/staff/25438BR. Review of applications will begin 07/10/2023.
The University encourages applications from underrepresented group members. The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the University’s programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies. Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access,IOA@ku.edu, 1246 W Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS 66045, (785) 864-6414, 711 TTY. The University of Kansas – Lawrence, University of Kansas Medical Center, The University of Kansas School of Medicine – Wichita and its affiliated locations are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers.http://ioa.ku.edu/policies/eo-non-discrimination-statements
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[TOP]Clinical Lab Animal Veterinarian
University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
6/20/23
Job Description Overview
To provide clinical and surgical medical care of animals (multi-species) used in research and training. To support health surveillance and preventative medicine programs, and to participate in teaching and training of departmental personnel and research staff. To review animal use requests for the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee and Animal Welfare regulations. To supervise veterinary staff members and provide emergency veterinary care. To participate in all activities that are part of a dynamic laboratory animal care and use program including research, grant writing, equipment and process evaluation, tours and the development of standard operating procedures.
Key Duties and Responsibilities- Provides clinical and surgical medical care to research animals.
- Obtains and evaluates history of veterinary medical and surgical cases.
- Performs physical assessments and develops diagnostic sampling and therapeutic management proposal of cases.
- Establishes management protocol and initiates treatment.
- Provides on-call weekend and emergency care.
- Supervises animal health technician(s), monitors schedule and assures coverage of responsibilities.
- Recommends hiring, terminating and promoting employees and conducts performance evaluation.
- Performs or assists in health assessment and reviews pertinent test results on proposed animal shipments to and from the UAB campus.
- Discusses colony/herd history or individual health of animals with veterinary and husbandry staff, research personnel or representatives from the facility supplying animals and approves receipt of qualified animals.
- Supervises or assists in the quarantine of animals of unknown health status and authorizes release from quarantine when appropriate assurances have been confirmed.
- May provide health assessment for animals prior to intrastate and international shipment.
- Communicates information to facilitate shipment and oversee shipment and transportation arrangements.
- Maintains appropriate records and assists in report preparation.
- Reviews animal health records for completion as required by regulations.
- Assists in the preparation of required regulatory reports. Serves as primary or alternate member of the IACUC.
- Reviews animal use requests and consults with faculty and research staff on topics related to animal research.
- Assures compliance of all animal use requests with accepted veterinary practices and regulatory requirements of the USDA and other applicable regulatory agencies and institutional policies.
- Prepares and presents lectures, seminars and workshops on a variety of animal care and use topics for UAB staff, students and community organizations.
- Manages ARP and IACUC veterinary medical and surgical programs to assure the health, well-being and humane care of research animals.
- Participates in the development and writing of grants, program description and scientific publications. Interacts with regulatory agents and other guests as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Annual Salary Range: $94,375.00 - $153,355.00 (Commensurate with qualifications and experience)
Qualifications
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and two (2) years of related experience required OR Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and completion of a related training program required Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently credentialed as an American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) Diplomate by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) or similar board veterinary specialty (i.e. American College of Veterinary Surgeons or American College Veterinary Pathologist) required. State of Alabama Veterinary License must be obtained within two (2) years from hire date.
To apply, visit: https://uab.taleo.net/careersection/ext/jobdetail.ftl?job=T207552&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago
UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression or sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities.
[TOP]Staff Veterinarian
Taconic Biosciences, Germantown, NY and Rensselaer, NY
6/20/23
Apply at: Staff Veterinarian - Taconic Biosciences, Inc. - Career Page (applytojob.com)
Are you someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment while ensuring animal welfare? Have you worked in a research environment and completed a laboratory animal medicine residency? Are you resilient and self-motivated, and do you have a desire to practice hands-on clinical medicine in a production setting for rodents? If you answered yes to all of these, we want to hear from you!
Taconic Biosciences is looking for an enthusiastic individual to fulfill a Staff Veterinarian role focused in clinical and preventive care. This role will join Taconic’s dedicated Animal Quality team onsite at the Germantown, NY and Rensselaer, NY facilities with availability to work remote 2 days per week.
The Pay Band: $125,000 - $140,000, exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
What we offer:- Insurance within 30 days or less which includes options for medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and more!
- 20 days paid time off plus 6 additional holidays and 1 floating holiday
- Annual Bonus Program
- Work life balance
- 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Commitment to training and providing you with the skills you need for success
- Coverage of licensing fees, relevant professional dues, and one CE event annually
- Career advancement opportunities
- All employees receive access to 24/7 telemedicine (including mental health), short- and long-term disability and life insurance
If you are looking for a rewarding career and the opportunity to grow, apply today!
The Role:
The Staff Veterinarian will be responsible for rodents only, focusing on clinical and preventive care with an emphasis on strategic projects to enhance animal welfare. They will work with a global team of professionals across all functional areas of the company. While the position has core responsibilities, it must also meet the ever-changing demands of a growing business. If you are resilient, self-motivated and want to practice hands-on clinical medicine in a production setting, apply today!
Duties of the Staff Veterinarian include the following:- Serves as primary Veterinarian onsite for health monitoring, animal welfare, and clinical care at both NY locations.
- Works with veterinary nurses to provide guidance on clinical cases, treatments, and diagnostic options.
- Prioritizes development of monitoring programs to optimize micro- and macro-environmental factors in animal housing areas.
- Focuses on care for immunodeficient/genetically engineered/induced disease models.
- Maintains biosecurity practices and health standards between sites.
- Supports program to screen for and address development of adverse phenotypes.
- Performs protocol review, semiannual inspections, and post approval monitoring.
- Reviews and updates SOP’s related to veterinary care as needed.
- Responds to customer inquiries concerning veterinary care and general questions concerning Taconic animals.
- Assists with training opportunities for animal care staff.
- Drafts quarterly animal welfare newsletter.
- Contributes to scientific advancement and learning by attending and presenting material at conferences relevant to the field of laboratory animal medicine.
- Collaboration with international teams including customers and our veterinary staff in Germany and Denmark.
- Trends and analyzes data to identify areas needing improvement and prioritize animal care.
- NY signatory for international shipments.
Education and Experience:- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from AVMA accredited school.
- Licensure to practice veterinary medicine in at least one state with expectation to obtain NYS Veterinary license within 3 months of hire and USDA Accreditation or ability to become USDA accredited within 6 months of hire.
- Minimum 2 years relevant experience and/or training
- Completion of a formal residency training program in laboratory animal medicine program and eligibility to sit for the ACLAM board exam.
- 2 years’ experience working with humanized and immunodeficient rodent models preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of an organization.
Travel:
Occasional travel is required, generally 2-5 trips each year.
About Us:
With a history of over 65 years of excellence, Taconic Biosciences is a global team of the best problem solvers in the industry. We partner with our clients to develop winning research strategies that accelerate the discoveries for prevention and treatment of disease.
Taconic employees all over the world show up every day to deliver the best solutions for our clients while caring for ourselves, each other, and especially our animals. If you are a respectful, compassionate individual with a can-do attitude and a desire to do the right thing, we want you to join us!
Better Together at Taconic
Inclusion, Diversity, Awareness & Action. Taconic Biosciences is taking an active and intentional role in creating a company culture that encourages and appreciates the uniqueness in all people. Being you is what allows you to bring your best self to work. We are committed to ensuring that Taconic is a safe and fair workplace for everyone because it’s our differences that make us stronger. We are better together.
Taconic Biosciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status
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