Comparative Medicine Postdoctoral Scholar

Penn State University

Hershey, PA, US
Hybrid
Clinical veterinary care for lab animals
Iacuc protocol review and inspections
Training research staff in animal handling
This postdoctoral training position is designed for graduate veterinarians seeking advanced training in laboratory animal medicine and comparative biomedical research

Job Summary

  • This postdoctoral training position is designed for graduate veterinarians seeking advanced training in laboratory animal medicine and comparative biomedical research.
  • The fellow will rotate through diverse research environments to gain hands-on experience providing veterinary care for commonly used laboratory animal species including mice, rats, rabbits, livestock, and zebrafish.
  • Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.

Matching Summary

This postdoctoral training position is designed for graduate veterinarians seeking advanced training in laboratory animal medicine and comparative biomedical research.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Clinical veterinary care for lab animals
  • IACUC protocol review and inspections
  • Training research staff in animal handling

Nice-to-have

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary research environment
  • Interest in comparative biomedical research

Key Requirements

  • DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree from accredited institution
  • Valid unrestricted veterinary license in at least one U.S. state
  • ECFVG certification for graduates of non-accredited foreign veterinary schools

Work Rights

Must have valid US veterinary license

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