Clinical Veterinarian - Comparative Medicine job opportunity at Pennsylvania State University.



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Pennsylvania State University Clinical Veterinarian - Comparative Medicine
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants . JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Clinical Veterinarian Department of Comparative Medicine Penn State Hershey Animal Resource Program Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA Position 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. In addition, the successful candidate will provide professional service primarily in the areas of anesthesia, surgery and oversee post-operative care of animals in support of specific research programs. There are also opportunities to participate in teaching of veterinary residents, graduate students and medical students, and collaborate on research and other scholarly activities. This position is a non-tenure line faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor level. Responsibilities : Provide daily veterinary care for the animal resource program with a census of approximately 15,000 animals in barrier, non-barrier, and large animal areas. Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide after-hours and weekend veterinary coverage. Develop and carry out a program of preventive medical care for species in his/her assigned area of clinical responsibility. Oversee anesthesia, surgery, and pre- and post-procedural care of research animals. Assist with post-approval monitoring.  Consult with principal investigators in study design, surgical planning, and other animal-related questions. Review animal care and use protocols prior to submission for IACUC review.  Assist with IACUC activities, specifically semi-annual program reviews and semi-annual inspections of animal facilities and animal use areas. Participate in training of animal care, veterinary support staff, veterinary residents, and research staff. Required Qualifications: DVM, VMD or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited or recognized school of veterinary medicine. Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in at least one U.S. state. Experience working with swine, calves, sheep, rabbits, and rodents in a research setting. Minimum two (2) years’ experience in animal-based research. Experience working with principal investigators, research staff, animal care staff and students. Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, service-oriented, rapidly changing environment to accomplish mutual goals. Ability to work independently and effectively across organizational lines and in collaboration with colleagues throughout the organization.  Ability to supervise staff. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; aptitude for detailed work. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Project management skills/experience. Preferred Qualifications: USDA accredited veterinarian.  Advanced training in laboratory animal medicine; veterinary anesthesiology, surgery or emergency medicine; or other relevant veterinary specialty. This is a limited-term non-tenure line position funded for one year from date of hire, with possibility of refunding.   Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University polices.   The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.   CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here . Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.  EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines Hershey, PA

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