Clinical Veterinarian

Charles River Laboratories, Inc.; Senneville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Clinical Veterinarian to join their Veterinary Services team. In this impactful role, you will ensure the health and well-being of laboratory animals, contributing significantly to pre-clinical studies. This position offers a permanent, full-time opportunity with a schedule primarily during weekdays, while also accommodating evening and weekend rotations as needed. You will be part of a supportive environment that values your expertise and provides competitive benefits, including health coverage and professional development opportunities. Join us in making a difference in the lives of animals and the advancement of medical research.

Benefits

Health & Dental Coverage

Annual OMVQ Membership Refund

Paid Development Training

Free Gym on Site

Employee Assistance Program

4 Weeks Vacation

10 Personal Days

Social Activities

Free Shuttle Service

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine and valid OMVQ license required.
• Ability to work under time constraints and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide optimal medical care and guidance on animal procedures.
• Review and optimize animal monitoring and SOPs for care.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Team Leadership

Adaptability

Time Management

Physical Capability

Education

Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Animal Care SOPs

Job description

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Summary

As a Clinical Veterinarian for our Veterinary Services team in Senneville, you will be responsible for the well-being of our laboratory animals. Your contribution will ensure the health of our animals, as well as the integrity of our pre-clinical studies.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Provide optimal medical care, diagnosis, and treatments as per accepted veterinary practices;
2. Provide professional expertise for guidance on procedures and techniques involving animals;
3. Review and optimize animal monitoring and SOPs related to animal care;
4. Be a member of our animal ethic committee and lend your expertise to evaluate all procedures performed on animals before studies begin.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine;
2. Valid OMVQ licence;
3. Ability to work under time constraints and adapt to change;
4. Flexibility to work on changing work schedules;
5. Ability to lead work in a team environment;
6. Able to work physically (lift up to 20 kg, walk, stand, stoop, etc.).

Please note that upon being hired, you will have to undergo an annual tuberculosis test at the expense of the company.

Role Specific Information

1. Location: 22022 route Transcanadienne, Senneville, QC, H9X 1C1;
2. Transportation: We offer a free shuttle service from the Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue train station and John Abbott College to the Senneville site. Free parking. Electric vehicle charging station;
3. Annual bonus based on performance;
4. Schedule: Mostly daytime Monday to Friday. Depending on the needs, you will have to do evening, night, and weekend rotation on call;
5. Permanent position as of the hiring, full-time 37.5hrs per week.

Why Charles River?

1. Competitive benefits as of the hiring. We pay up to 85% of premiums (health & dental coverage);
2. Annual OMVQ membership refunded;
3. Paid development training & annual conferences;
4. Free gym on site;
5. Employee and family assistance program;
6. Excellent welcome program for new employees as well as in-house advancement and career development opportunities;
7. Access to a doctor and various health professionals (telemedicine);
8. 4 weeks’ Vacation & 10 Personal day policy;
9. Many social activities!

If you are interested in contributing to the well-being of our communities, not only across the country but around the world, please join us. This is Your Moment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.