Postdoctoral Scholar: Laboratory Animal Medicine & Research

The Pennsylvania State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA in Comparative Medicine is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar. This position is a postdoctoral training position designed for graduate veterinarians seeking advanced training in laboratory animal medicine and comparative biomedical research.

The fellow will rotate through diverse research environments, provide veterinary care for mice, rats, rabbits, livestock, and zebrafish, and complete a mentored research project with a view to first-author

Qualifications

• DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree from an accredited institution.
• For graduates of non-accredited foreign veterinary schools, ECFVG certification is required.
• A valid, unrestricted veterinary license in at least one U.S. state.
• Demonstrated interest in laboratory animal medicine, comparative medicine, or biomedical research.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical veterinary care, health monitoring, and preventive medicine for laboratory animal species.
• Support biomedical research by advising investigators on animal model use and welfare considerations.
• Train research staff and students in proper animal handling and techniques.
• Participate in IACUC activities, including protocol review, inspections, and postapproval monitoring.
• Complete a mentored research project with the goal of presentation and first-author publication.
• Participate in educational activities such as seminars, rounds, and didactic coursework.

Skills

DVM/VMD

Veterinary license (US)

Laboratory animal medicine interest

Strong communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Veterinary degree (DVM/VMD)

ECFVG certification (for non-accredited grads)

Job description

The Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA in Comparative Medicine is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar. This position is a postdoctoral training position designed for graduate veterinarians seeking advanced training in laboratory animal medicine and comparative biomedical research.

The fellow will rotate through diverse research environments, provide veterinary care for mice, rats, rabbits, livestock, and zebrafish, and complete a mentored research project with a view to first-author