Animal Facility Veterinarian

Guidehouse Inc.; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Life and AD&D Insurance

Transit and Parking Benefits

Job summary

Guidehouse Inc. in Bethesda, Maryland, seeks an Animal Facility Veterinarian to care for laboratory animals, support animal welfare, and oversee compliance with ACUC and applicable regulations. This full-time role is based in Bethesda, MD, working with mice and guinea pigs in the TRP vivarium.

You will perform surgical procedures, maintain medical records, develop SOPs, and train staff, while participating in study reviews and policy development to promote humane animal care.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited institution.
• Current license to practice veterinary medicine in a U.S. state.
• Minimum of SIX (6) years of experience in laboratory animal medicine.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional regulations and guidelines governing animal care and use.
• Proficiency working with small laboratory animals, specifically mice and guinea pigs.
• Ability to meet physical requirements (standing/walking, bending, kneeling, lifting).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD public trust.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine and emergency veterinary care for laboratory animals (mice and guinea pigs).
• Conduct regular health assessments and preventive care programs.
• Serve as a voting member of the VRC ACUC.
• Diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries in laboratory animals.
• Maintain accurate medical records and related documentation.
• Perform surgical procedures (spay/neuter, hernia repair, growth removal, dental extractions).
• Provide postoperative care and perform euthanasia as needed.
• Develop and implement animal care SOPs and policies.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines governing animal care and use.
• Provide training to research staff on animal handling, care, and use.
• Review and evaluate animal use protocols for humane treatment.

Skills

Veterinary care

ACUC participation

Animal welfare

Regulatory compliance

Medical records

Training staff

Surgical procedures

Emergency care

Communication skills

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Job Family : Scientist

Travel Required : None

Clearance Required : Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do :

We are looking for an Animal Facility Veterinarian to support NIAID Vaccine Research Center (VRC) research activities by providing veterinary care for laboratory animals, supporting animal welfare, participating in the VRC Animal Care and Use Committee (ACUC), and ensuring compliance with applicable animal care and use requirements. This is a full-time position located in Bethesda, Maryland.

• Provide routine and emergency veterinary care for laboratory animals in the TRP vivarium, primarily mice and guinea pigs.
• Conduct regular health assessments and preventive care programs for laboratory animals.
• Serve as a voting member of the VRC ACUC.
• Diagnoses and treat illnesses and injuries in laboratory animals.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records, including treatments, examinations, test results, surgeries, outcomes, facility database records, and records required by local and state laws.
• Perform surgical procedures on facility animals as needed, including spay and neuter procedures, hernia repair, growth removal, and dental extractions.
• Provide postoperative care for animals.
• Perform euthanasia as necessary.
• Develop and implement animal care protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure compliance with relevant federal, state, and institutional regulations and guidelines governing animal care and use.
• Provide training and guidance to research staff on proper animal handling, care, and use.
• Review and evaluate animal use protocols to promote ethical and humane treatment of animals.
• Assist with developing and implementing policies and procedures related to animal care and use.
• Participate in small-animal and non-human-primate experiments as required by the Statement of Work.
• Monitor experimental conditions and provide researchers with recommendations regarding appropriate animal care and treatment.
• Prepare monthly reports summarizing veterinary services, including health assessments, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Document compliance with animal care protocols and regulatory standards daily.
• Prepare monthly written evaluations and recommendations for animal-use protocols reviewed by the ACUC.
• Attend and participate in scheduled ACUC meetings and inspections.
• Develop training materials and maintain training records for research staff on animal care and use.
• Meet with laboratory members on an ad hoc basis to present updates.

What You Will Need :

• DVM degree from an accredited institution.
• Current license to practice veterinary medicine in a U.S. state.
• Minimum of SIX (6) years of experience in laboratory animal medicine.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional regulations and guidelines governing animal care and use.
• Proficiency working with small laboratory animals, specifically mice and guinea pigs.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including standing or walking for more than 25 of 30 minutes, repeated bending and kneeling, reaching above shoulder level, repetitive activities, and lifting or carrying less than 25 pounds.
• Ability to work around high noise levels, machinery with moving parts, slippery or uneven surfaces and to use required personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

What Would Be Nice To Have :

• Board certification or eligibility in laboratory animal medicine through the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Suite products.
• Educational background or additional study in biology or zoology.

The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00-$216,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical C