Clinical Veterinary Fellow 2026-27

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks applicants with a DVM or equivalent for Veterinary Fellowship positions. These are non-tenure track, full-time, 12-month appointments with renewal possible. Positions arise on a rolling basis across various research grants and projects.

Review starts after April 1, 2026, with required documents including cover letter, CV, research/goal statement, transcripts, and three references. Applicants must be able to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent and eligibility to work in the United States at start.
• Non-tenure track appointment; 12 months with renewal possible.

Responsibilities

• Health maintenance and clinical oversight for project animals.
• Maintenance of health records and clinical assessments per SOPs.
• Veterinary care and oversight of technical and laboratory procedures.
• Supervision of project personnel or students regarding care and use of animals.
• After hours and emergency care of project animals as required.
• Provide veterinary expertise, oversight and assistance in associated project activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work with animals

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applications from individuals with a DVM or its equivalent and relevant experience at the time the appointment begins. Veterinary Fellowship positions become available periodically under a variety of research grants and projects in the College. Positions are non-tenure track and are available for a minimum of one year as full time 12 month appointment with renewal possible.

Interests in biomedical research at Auburn target a fundamental niche in animal and human health, the life sciences, and production agriculture. Learn more about ongoing research in the CVM at:http://www.vetmed.auburn.edu/research/.

Review of applications will begin after April 1, 2026 and continue throughout the year as positions become available. Applicants must upload a cover letter, CV, statement of research and/or goals, and their final official transcripts of the highest degree earned, and contact information for three professional references.

Auburn University is understanding and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples:http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to working with animals and performing the following:

• -Health Maintenance and clinical veterinary oversight duties forproject animals.
• -Maintenance of health records and clinical assessments inaccordance with standard operating procedures.
• -Veterinary care and oversight of technical and laboratoryprocedures.
• -Supervision of project personnel or students regarding care anduse of animals.
• -After hours and emergency care of project animals asrequired.
• -Responsibility for veterinary expertise, oversight and assistancein any associated project activities as required.

Qualifications

DVM or its equivalent and relevant experience at the time employment begins.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Successful candidates must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment; excellent communication skills required.

Contract Type

Annual Appointment

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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