CLINICAL LAB ANIMAL VETERINARIAN

University of Alabama, Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 109,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Clinical Lab Animal Veterinarian to join a dynamic team dedicated to the care of research animals. This role involves providing clinical and surgical care, supervising veterinary staff, and ensuring compliance with animal welfare regulations. The position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in teaching, grant writing, and the development of standard operating procedures in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and a passion for animal welfare, making a significant impact on research and training programs. Join a forward-thinking institution committed to excellence in laboratory animal care and research.

Benefits

State-funded pension plan

Generous retirement match

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Discounts on cultural events

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with 2 years of experience or related training.
• Credentialed as ACLAM Diplomate or similar preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and surgical care for research animals.
• Supervise veterinary staff and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Prepare and present educational seminars on animal care.

Skills

Clinical Veterinary Care

Surgical Skills

Health Surveillance

Regulatory Compliance

Grant Writing

Animal Welfare Knowledge

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Veterinary Medical Equipment

Job description

Job Description

CLINICAL LAB ANIMAL VETERINARIAN

The Animal Resource Program (ARP) seeks a Clinical Lab Animal Veterinarian to join its team. The ARP is the primary unit providing care for all animals used in research and teaching programs at UAB and affiliated hospitals. Operating under the administrative authority of the UAB President, the ARP is managed by the Associate Vice President for Research Facilities and Infrastructure and reports to the Vice President for Research. It oversees approximately 215,000 square feet of space dedicated to laboratory animal care. In this role, veterinarians will provide clinical and surgical medical care for various animal species used in research and training. Responsibilities include supporting health surveillance and preventative medicine programs, participating in the teaching and training of departmental personnel and research staff, and reviewing animal use requests to ensure compliance with the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee and animal welfare regulations. The role also involves supervising veterinary staff, providing emergency veterinary care, and contributing to all laboratory animal care and use program aspects. This includes research, grant writing, equipment and process evaluation, facility tours, and the development of standard operating procedures. This position offers a dynamic and collaborative environment for professionals passionate about laboratory animal care and research.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides clinical and surgical medical care to research animals. Obtains and evaluates the history of veterinary medical and surgical cases. Performs physical assessments and develops diagnostic sampling and therapeutic management proposals of cases. Establishes management protocol and initiates treatment. Provides on-call weekend and emergency care.
• Supervises animal health technician(s), monitors schedules, 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 quarantining 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 oversees 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 a 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 descriptions, and scientific publications.
• Interacts with regulatory agents and other guests as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: $109,250-$177,530

Qualifications:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and two (2) years of related experience are required, OR Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and completion of a related training program are required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirements. 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) preferred. State of Alabama Veterinary License must be obtained within two (2) years from hire date.

UAB Benefits:
UAB offers a robust state-funded pension plan through the Teacher's Retirement System of Alabama (RSA), a generous up to 5% retirement match in UAB's voluntary retirement account, and additional RSA benefits. UAB also provides educational assistance for employees and their family, parental leave, and exclusive discounts on tickets for various cultural and entertainment events. Visit UAB's Benefits webpage at Benefits & Wellbeing for UAB Employees - Human Resources | UAB for a comprehensive list of eligible Benefits.

UAB EEO Statement:
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.