Clinical Veterinarian - Comparative Medicine

Penn State University

Hershey, PA, USA
Veterinary care for research colonies
Disease surveillance and prevention
Anesthesia and surgical oversight
This position is primarily clinical, providing veterinary care and veterinary services in support of the organization’s research mission

Job Summary

  • This position is primarily clinical, providing veterinary care and veterinary services in support of the organization’s research mission.
  • In this role, the incumbent will, on a daily basis, diagnose, treat, and manage clinical cases identified in the research colonies; assist with disease surveillance and prevention programs; participate in various activities to ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines; and assist the Director with administration and management of the animal care and use program.
  • There are also opportunities to participate in teaching of veterinary residents, graduate students and medical students, and collaborate on research and other scholarly activities.

Matching Summary

This position is primarily clinical, providing veterinary care and veterinary services in support of the organization’s research mission.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Veterinary care for research colonies
  • Disease surveillance and prevention
  • Anesthesia and surgical oversight
  • Consultation with principal investigators
  • Training of staff and students

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative and service-oriented environment
  • Independent work across organizational lines
  • Aptitude for detailed work

Key Requirements

  • DVM, VMD or equivalent
  • Licensed to practice veterinary medicine
  • 2+ years experience in animal-based research
  • Experience with swine, calves, sheep, rabbits, and rodents
  • Experience working with research staff

Work Rights

Not specified

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