Staff Veterinarian, ARC

UTSW; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO health plan

Paid time off

TRS retirement

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF eligible employer

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Staff Veterinarian to deliver high-quality medical and surgical care for research animals. The role supports animal health programs, ensures regulatory compliance, and collaborates with researchers and committees to uphold animal welfare.

Located at the Dallas Campus, the position offers flexible work with a Monday–Friday schedule and potential weekend rotation. Requires DVM/VMD from AVMA‑accredited school and US veterinary licensure; ACLAM credentials

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from AVMA accredited school.
• Current licensure to practice veterinary medicine in the United States.
• Two years of practical experience in clinical lab animal medicine.
• Experience with IACUC protocol reviews and knowledge of applicable federal regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical care for research animals.
• Coordinate health assessments of incoming non-commercial research animals.
• Assist with IACUC protocol reviews and health program oversight.
• Represent the ARC Director on animal health issues in their absence.
• Communicate with researchers about animal health and welfare.
• Oversee quarantine and colony health management.

Skills

Communication skills

Licensure awareness

Education

DVM/VMD AVMA accredited school

US licensure to practice veterinary medicine

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

UT Southwestern is actively seeking a Staff Veterinarian to play a key role in advancing biomedical research through the delivery of exceptional medical and surgical care for research animals. This position upholds the highest standards of animal welfare, regulatory compliance, and ethical research practices.

The Animal Resource Center (ARC) at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSWMC) is a large service unit that provides animal husbandry, investigator support, and veterinary care to the research programs on campus. The AAALACi accredited animal care program at UTSWMC employs 7 veterinarians, approximately 20 veterinary technicians and approximately 240 support and animal care staff. Multiple animal facilities encompass approximately 175,000 sq. ft. and house a variety of species but predominately rodents.

UTSWMC focuses on attracting and retaining pre-eminent researchers, while maintaining an environment that promotes research in diverse areas. UTSWMC has six Nobel laureates, 26 members of the National Academy of Sciences, and 17 members of the National Academy of Medicine. UTSWMC has more than 5,800 research projects under way with more than $554 million in annual funding.

Job responsibilities include providing clinical and surgical care to research and teaching animals at UTSWMC; providing technical support to research projects, collaborating with researchers; ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and AAALACi standards, and training research and animal care staff. The position reports to the Assistant Director of Veterinary Care.

The candidate must possess a DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary college and ability to obtain a veterinary medical license in Texas. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as good organizational and administrative skills are essential. Experience with IACUC protocol review and a working knowledge of applicable federal regulations is preferred

Title and pay commiserate with experience; position may be filled as a Senior Staff Veterinarian. Successful completion of a laboratory animal training program, ACLAM board eligibility, or current ACLAM certification is strongly preferred.

Working under moderate supervision, the Staff Veterinarian collaborates closely with researchers and institutional committees, supports animal health programs, oversees quarantine and colony health, and serves as a trusted expert on animal health matters, including providing leadership support.

Work Location : Animal Resource Center (Dallas Campus); This position qualifies for Flexible Work.

Shift Requirement : Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; rotate with colleagues on weekends and holidays

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education

DVM or VMD degree from AVMA accredited school

Preferred

• Education

Completion of two (2) year postdoctoral training program

• Experience

2 years of practical experience in clinical lab animal medicine.

• Licenses and Certifications

Current licensure to practice veterinary medicine in the United States Upon Hire

JOB DUTIES

• Assists in providing medical and surgical care for research animals.
• Coordinates health assessments of incoming non-commercial research animals.
• Assists in Institutional Animal Care and Research Advisory Committee protocol reviews.
• Represents the Animal Resources Center Director concerning animal health issues in event of his/her absence.
• Communicates with research staff and faculty regarding animal health and welfare.
• Assists with quarantine and health maintenance of animal colonies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.