Clinical Veterinarian

Labcorp; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in drug development is seeking a Clinical Veterinarian to provide veterinary healthcare for laboratory animals in Harrogate. The role involves medical care, compliance, training, and mentoring staff while contributing to drug development efforts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of RCVS-accredited veterinary school or equivalent.
• Preferred 3 years of veterinary clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical care for laboratory animals.
• Train staff and participate in externship programs.
• Manage complex cases independently.

Skills

Animal Care

Veterinary Procedures

Compliance

Mentoring

Education

RCVS-accredited veterinary school

Job description

Labcorp Harrogate, England, United Kingdom

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Labcorp Drug Development, the world’s most comprehensive drug development company, is dedicated to improving healthcare and lives. Our expertise, built from decades of scientific experience and the largest volume of drug development data, combined with innovative technology, helps clients identify new approaches and anticipate future challenges.

At Labcorp, we offer opportunities to work on diverse, challenging projects with talented colleagues while building a flexible and rewarding career. We trust in science and in one another. Join us to help bring medicines to market faster, contributing to developing a third of all prescription medicines today.

Labcorp Drug Development is seeking a Clinical Veterinarian to join our team at Harrogate, UK. Positions are available for veterinarians at all levels. Reporting to the Associate Director / Site Lead Veterinarian, the role involves providing veterinary healthcare for laboratory animals, advising on animal care and maintenance, and training technicians.

The Harrogate site is our largest pre-clinical facility in the UK, centrally located within walking distance of the town center and well-connected by public transport, including trains and buses to Leeds, York, and Manchester. The town offers a historic and relaxing environment, famous for quality shopping and afternoon teas, with notable spas like the Turkish Baths in the Royal Baths building.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical care for laboratory animals, ensuring humane support with minimal supervision.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with animal care and welfare regulations.
• Train staff and participate in externship programs.
• Serve on the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, as needed.
• Perform physical and ophthalmic examinations on laboratory animals as per protocols and SOPs.
• Report and resolve animal care concerns.
• Participate in client calls and site visits.
• Manage complex cases independently.
• Develop skills in veterinary procedures requested by clients.
• Mentor veterinary and animal operations staff.
• Provide scientific expertise on animal health, biology, and research methodologies.

Education

• Graduate of RCVS-accredited veterinary school or equivalent.

Experience

• Preferred 3 years of veterinary clinical experience.
• Membership in the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (for UK applicants).
• Knowledge of small and large research animals.
• Ability to work in a laboratory setting with animals.

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