Remote Veterinary Research Officer & Microbiologist

Agricultural Research Service; Manhattan (KS); Remote; USD 90,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

Agricultural Research Service in Manhattan, Kansas seeks a Research Veterinary Medical Officer/Research Microbiologist to study transmission of arboviruses to livestock and to develop countermeasures to prevent outbreaks. The role supports animal health and biosecurity at NBAF and FABADRU.

Expect collaboration with national and international partners, evaluation of veterinary credentials, and adherence to AVMA standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from AVMA-accredited school.
• Foreign grads must meet ECFVG or equivalent foreign credential requirements.
• Must hold or be eligible for U.S. veterinary licensure (NAVLE/NBE/CCT).
• Proficiency in English demonstrated via standard exams.

Responsibilities

• Study factors enabling transmission of arboviruses to livestock.
• Develop methods and countermeasures to prevent outbreaks.
• Collaborate with FABADRU and NBAF for disease control.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent

AVMA-accredited veterinary program

ECFVG certification/foreign credentials evaluation

NAVLE/NBE/CCT licensure

English language proficiency exams (TOEFL/TSE/TWE/IELTS/CAEL)

Graduate study in microbiology or related field

Job description

Agricultural Research Service in Manhattan, Kansas seeks a Research Veterinary Medical Officer/Research Microbiologist to study transmission of arboviruses to livestock and to develop countermeasures to prevent outbreaks. The role supports animal health and biosecurity at NBAF and FABADRU.

Expect collaboration with national and international partners, evaluation of veterinary credentials, and adherence to AVMA standards and regulatory requirements.