Veterinary Nutrition & Training Specialist

Mars; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Company bonus

Job summary

Mars seeks a Scientific Services Veterinarian in Nashville/Franklin, TN. This hybrid role requires travel up to 75% and reporting to the Franklin office. You will educate veterinary professionals, support field teams, and influence diet recommendations through science.

Qualified candidates hold a DVM/VMD and a license, 3+ years clinical experience, strong communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Willingness to travel, work from home when not traveling, and adapt territory coverage as

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Flexibility to travel during nights and weekends, with the capability to independently manage travel arrangements.

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.

Skills

Scientific communication

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

DVM / VMD

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mars seeks a Scientific Services Veterinarian in Nashville/Franklin, TN. This hybrid role requires travel up to 75% and reporting to the Franklin office. You will educate veterinary professionals, support field teams, and influence diet recommendations through science.

Qualified candidates hold a DVM/VMD and a license, 3+ years clinical experience, strong communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Willingness to travel, work from home when not traveling, and adapt territory coverage as