University of Wisconsin-Madison
The Research Animal Resources and Compliance unit (RARC) is looking for an energetic individual to join our team of dedicated professionals who provide care for research animals on campus. Come be a part of the exciting research enterprise at UW-Madison and contribute to important discoveries that lead to better lives for humans and animals.
This is a full-time, non-tenure track position reporting to the Attending Veterinarian. Responsibilities include providing veterinary care and clinical oversight to research species in biomedical settings, especially nonhuman primates. The selected candidate will also serve on an Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and assist faculty and research staff with development of animal models and animal use protocol applications. The Veterinarian also assists in training programs for investigators, research staff, animal care staff, and other veterinarians; assists units in maintaining AAALAC accreditation, and provides surgical and postoperative care to research animals. Primary duties are caring for animals in the College of Letters and Science, including a colony of nonhuman primates.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Designs and implements animal care programs of preventive medicine for designated individual animals and colonies
Conducts physical exams, diagnoses medical conditions, treats injuries and diseases, and provides surgical and post-operative care for animals in various environments
Documents medical procedures and activity, disseminates information, and makes medical recommendations based on results
Serves as a subject matter expert, consultant, and unit liaison to internal and external stakeholders and leadership regarding research protocols
Assists in the development and review of protocols, operating policies and procedures, and grant applications as needed
Develops and facilitates trainings, educational courses, and affiliated materials to staff and students on animal care methodologies and processes
Department:
Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, Research Animal Resources & Compliance Compensation:
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation and paid holidays, sick pay, competitive insurance and savings accounts, as well as many retirement benefits. The pay range for this position is expected to be $130,000- $165,000 depending on board certification status, years of experience and qualifications. Required Qualifications:
Formal training and/or experience working with animals in a research setting is required. The desirable candidate will have at least one year experience with the operation and health management of a nonhuman primate facility. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required. Education:
DVM or VMD is required. Must be able to be licensed in one state. Board eligibility or certification in laboratory animal specialty is highly desirable. Incumbent must be able to obtain clearance to work with select agents. How to Apply:
Click on the "Apply” button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents: Resume Letter of Qualifications The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community.
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Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, Research Animal Resources & Compliance Compensation:
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation and paid holidays, sick pay, competitive insurance and savings accounts, as well as many retirement benefits. The pay range for this position is expected to be $130,000- $165,000 depending on board certification status, years of experience and qualifications. Required Qualifications:
Formal training and/or experience working with animals in a research setting is required. The desirable candidate will have at least one year experience with the operation and health management of a nonhuman primate facility. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required. Education:
DVM or VMD is required. Must be able to be licensed in one state. Board eligibility or certification in laboratory animal specialty is highly desirable. Incumbent must be able to obtain clearance to work with select agents. How to Apply:
Click on the "Apply” button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents: Resume Letter of Qualifications The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community.
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