Scientific Services Veterinarian (Texas Territory)

Mars Incorporated; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 119,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

Bonus

Mars University access

Job summary

Mars Incorporated is seeking a Scientific Services Veterinarian to elevate our brand by guiding diet recommendations through expert training, education, and ongoing support to veterinary partners and hospitals across the territory.

In this remote role with heavy travel (50–75%), you will collaborate with field teams, develop KOL networks, deliver nutrition education, and represent Mars at veterinary conferences, while ensuring top-tier veterinary care standards.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine with active license in at least one state.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a veterinary practitioner, small/companion animal preferred.
• Exceptional scientific communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and OneNote.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Field Sales Teams to educate key recommenders and drive sales.
• Grow nutrition category sales through referral hospitals and general practices.
• Support strategic accounts with regional medical leadership and events.
• Develop and maintain a network of KOL Royal Canin advocates.
• Deliver nutrition education to veterinarians and hospital staff.
• Foster growth through joint planning with sales teams.
• Provide technical expertise and travel as needed.
• Represent Royal Canin at veterinary conferences and events.
• Provide nutritional consultations to partners and clients.
• Adapt territory coverage; travel 3–4 days per week with remote work day.
• Support field-based teams with local and air travel.

Skills

Scientific communication

Presentation skills

Independent work

Travel readiness

Veterinary experience

Education

Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Title

Scientific Services Veterinarian

Location

Texas (Austin and Houston)

Workstyle

Remote

Travel requirements

Must be willing and able to travel to fulfill the roles and responsibilities of the position. Territory coverage may be adapted for business needs after hire. May be required to travel overnight 3+ nights each week. Ability to travel (50-75% including nights and weekends) and able to work from home effectively when not traveling.

Mars does not sponsor visas for this role. This position is not eligible for relocation benefits

About the role

The ROYAL CANIN Scientific Services Veterinarian (SSV)plays a pivotal role in elevating Royal Canin's brand presence by strategically influencing diet recommendations through expert training, education, partnership, and ongoing support. SSVs collaborate closely with internal Royal Canin stakeholders to drive key activities and initiatives that contribute to achieving annual objectives for the Therapeutic Business Unit. Externally, SSVs engage with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and veterinary professionals to enhance Royal Canin's reputation within the broader veterinary community, leveraging these relationships to increase brand recommendations and expand the path of influence. As an essential member of a collaborative, team-based approach, the SSV is instrumental in growing Royal Canin's market share within veterinary hospitals and strengthening brand awareness across the industry.

What are we looking for?

• Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (or VMD) with an active license in at least one state.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a veterinary practitioner, including internships, co-ops, and/or residency, with a preference for small or companion animal practice.
• Exceptional scientific communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging diverse audiences effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and OneNote.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively-up to 75% within the assigned territory-with eligibility for a company vehicle; travel may include airline, train, or other modes of transportation.
• Flexibility to travel during nights and weekends, with the capability to independently manage travel arrangements.

What will be your responsibilities?

• Collaborate with Field Sales Teams:Partner closely with field sales teams within the assigned geography to educate key recommenders, driving increased recommendations, market share, and sales growth across the region.
• Drive Nutrition Category Growth:Cultivate and leverage relationships with specialty referral hospitals to expand nutrition category sales within surrounding general practices.
• Support Strategic Accounts:Strengthen strategic accounts by building relationships with regional medical leadership and participating in high-impact events that advance the Royal Canin veterinary diet business.
• Develop KOL Networks:Establish and nurture a network of Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Royal Canin advocates and potential speakers within the territory, supporting veterinary operations, marketing, corporate communications, and scientific communications initiatives.
• Deliver Best-in-Class Training:Provide exceptional Royal Canin nutrition education to veterinarians, technicians, and hospital staff, ensuring the highest standards of knowledge and education are delivered.
• Foster Business Growth:Contribute to the overall growth of the veterinary business unit through effective collaboration and joint business planning with regional and strategic account sales teams.
• Offer Technical Expertise:Serve as a trusted technical resource, delivering expert support and guidance as needed.
• Represent Royal Canin:Act as a Royal Canin spokesperson at key veterinary conferences and events, enhancing brand presence and business outcomes.
• Provide Nutritional Consultations:Offer expert nutritional case consultations to support veterinary partners and clients.
• Manage Territory Coverage:Adapt to territory and regional coverage requirements as needed; anticipate travel 3-4 days per week, with one day allocated for remote home office work.
• Support Field-Based Teams:Provide comprehensive support to field-based teams, requiring both local and air travel as part of the role.
• Fulfill Additional Duties:Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support business objectives.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
• Company Car

Compensation and benefits

Thebase pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the below range, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, andexperience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, if eligible, including variable pay & general allowances (depending on the positionand employee's work schedule). Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicablepolicies andplans then in effect, and depending on the position offered and the employee's work schedule (i.e., part-time schedule), eligible employees are automatically enrolled in a 401(k) plan, as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee's eligible dependents, and may be eligible to take up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave.Employees will also receivethe following paid-time off (which may be prorated based on start date and the employee's work schedule):120 hours of vacation per year, paid sick time for eligible Associates of 100% pay continuation for a maximum of 40 hours per calendar year,and 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year that include both fixed and flexible holidays.

Base pay range

USD 119,040.00 - USD 163,680.00