Primate Clinical Veterinarian | Assistant/Assoc Professor

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Bastrop, TX invites a veterinarian to lead clinical care for breeding colonies and nonhuman primates, ensuring animal welfare and compliance with GLP standards.

This open faculty position collaborates with investigators, provides research services, and may support surgical, radiology, and ultrasound capabilities within the Michale E. Keeling Center for Comparative Medicine and Research. Appointment as Assistant/Associate Professor is expected.

Qualifications

• DVM from AVMA-accredited school and eligible to practice veterinary medicine in the United States.
• Postgraduate experience in nonhuman primate veterinary care or laboratory animal medicine.
• Board certification in laboratory animal medicine (DACLAM) or active pursuit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical care for breeding colonies and experimental primates.
• Implement and monitor animal welfare standards and GLP-related practices.
• Collaborate with investigators by providing research services and veterinary support.

Skills

Nonhuman primate clinical experience

GLP experience

Academic appointment readiness

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent

Board certification or fellowship in Laboratory Animal Medicine (DACLAM/LAM)

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Bastrop, TX invites a veterinarian to lead clinical care for breeding colonies and nonhuman primates, ensuring animal welfare and compliance with GLP standards.

This open faculty position collaborates with investigators, provides research services, and may support surgical, radiology, and ultrasound capabilities within the Michale E. Keeling Center for Comparative Medicine and Research. Appointment as Assistant/Associate Professor is expected.