Veterinary Lead, Laboratory Animal Care & Compliance

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Calgary’s Animal Care Services seeks a Full-time Regular Assistant University Veterinarian to provide veterinary care and leadership for animals used in research, teaching, and testing. The role emphasizes animal welfare, regulatory compliance, CCAC standards, education, and collaboration with researchers and animal care teams to uphold exemplary standards.

Some travel to various university campuses may be expected, and the AUV will participate in program development, SOPs, and

Qualifications

• Must possess a degree in veterinary medicine and be licensed to practice in Alberta.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Minimum 2 years of animal-based research experience preferred.
• Post-graduate training in laboratory animal medicine or related field is advantageous.
• Experience with multiple animal species is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care for University-owned animals used in research, teaching, and testing.
• Ensure compliance with government legislation, CCAC standards, and University policies.
• Assist in development and revision of Animal Use Protocols and related SOPs.
• Oversee daily animal care, housing, and welfare within the affiliating facilities.
• Offer expert advice on animal health issues and study management to researchers.
• Participate in training programs for staff and researchers on animal care and welfare.
• Support on-call veterinary services during weekends and holidays.
• Contribute to committees addressing animal welfare and facility governance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Time management

Teamwork

Laboratory animal medicine

Multispecies experience

ACLAM/board eligibility

ABVMA license

DVM degree

Education

DVM or equivalent

MSc preferable

PhD preferred

ACLAM certification desirable

Job description

The University of Calgary’s Animal Care Services seeks a Full-time Regular Assistant University Veterinarian to provide veterinary care and leadership for animals used in research, teaching, and testing. The role emphasizes animal welfare, regulatory compliance, CCAC standards, education, and collaboration with researchers and animal care teams to uphold exemplary standards.

Some travel to various university campuses may be expected, and the AUV will participate in program development, SOPs, and