CLINICAL LAB ANIMAL VETERINARIAN (2)

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking dedicated Clinical Lab Animal Veterinarians to enhance animal care and research programs. In this pivotal role, you will provide comprehensive clinical and surgical care for various species, ensuring their health and welfare in a collaborative environment. Your expertise will guide the training of staff, compliance with animal welfare regulations, and participation in grant writing. If you are passionate about animal care and research, this is a remarkable opportunity to make a significant impact in a vital field, contributing to the advancement of science and education while working in a supportive and dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine required with two years of experience.
• Credentialed as ACLAM Diplomate or similar required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and surgical care for research animals.
• Supervise veterinary staff and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Participate in grant writing and prepare regulatory reports.

Skills

Clinical Veterinary Care

Surgical Skills

Animal Welfare Regulations

Grant Writing

Team Leadership

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Veterinary Medical Equipment

Laboratory Software

Job description

Job Description - CLINICAL LAB ANIMAL VETERINARIAN (2) (T221854)

CLINICAL LAB ANIMAL VETERINARIAN (2)

The Animal Resource Program (ARP) seeks two Clinical Lab Animal Veterinarians 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, including 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 evaluations.
• 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: $94,375 - $153,355 (commensurate with experience)

Qualifications:

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

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.

Primary Location: University

Job Category: Other

Organization: 120100000 Animal Resources Prgm

Employee Status: Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement: Onsite (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)