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Clinical Veterinarian

Employer
Dartmouth College
Location
New Hampshire, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Nov 24, 2021

Job Details


Position Details

Posting date

06/16/2021

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1125953

Position Title

Clinical Veterinarian

Department this Position Reports to

Center for Comparative Medicine and Research

Hiring Range Minimum

Please inquire.

Hiring Range Maximum

Please inquire.

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

Location of Position

Hanover NH

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

Serves as a Clinical Veterinarian assisting researchers in all aspects of veterinary care within the Center for Comparative Medicine & Research ( CCMR ) at Dartmouth College, the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, and the Veterans Administration facility by performing professional activities associated with clinical, emergency, and regulatory support.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

PhD plus 2-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

* D.V.M. or V.M.D. from an accredited veterinary medical college and post-doctoral training or 2-3 years of experience in laboratory animal medicine, or the equivalent.
* Board certification or eligibility for board certification in laboratory animal medicine.
* Surgical skills and knowledge of anesthesia and imaging techniques.
* Thorough knowledge of compliance standards procedures relating to the care of animals in a research environment.
* Good interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to instruct others in the care and use of laboratory animals.
* Thorough knowledge of the hazards of exposure to zoonotic diseases, animal scratches and bites, carcinogenic materials, and radioisotopes.
* Ability to lift animals weighing up to 50 pounds.
* Availability for on-call or emergency work off-hours when required.
* Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

Preferred Qualifications

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

P. Jack Hoopes, Director, Center for Comparative Medicine & Research

Talent Acquisition Consultant

Rabia Gandhi

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note that Dartmouth has a COVID vaccination requirement for all employees; visit https://www.dartmouth.edu/hrs/ for details and information on requesting an exemption and/or reasonable accommodation. Compliance with this requirement is a condition of employment.

Dartmouth College is a registered employer in California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Texas, and Vermont. Employment outside of these twelve states may require additional authorization.

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/56729

Key Accountabilities

Description

* Collaborates directly with Principal Investigators (PI) to perform regular clinical services in support of research activities. Keeps PIs informed on the condition of animals involved in research studies and of the potential impact of such conditions upon research studies; recommends action as appropriate. Conducts appropriate checks and observations to insure that institutional, IACUC, and federal regulatory requirements are met in all respects. Collaborates with the Director and Attending Veterinarian regarding the potential impact on research activities.

Percentage Of Time

50%

Description

* Initiates and directs the development and delivery of an educational program to facilitate compliance with the requirements of law and regulation. May instruct or serve as a group leader in orientations, laboratory continuing education, and special presentations.

Percentage Of Time

20%

Description

* Advises and trains investigators on experimental models and designs; equipment and techniques. Anticipates potential problem areas associated with proposed approaches; advises on approaches that will eliminate or minimize problems, that will achieve specific objectives, or that will contribute to more productive research. 10%

Percentage Of Time

10%

Description

* Supports the activities of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee ( IACUC ).

Percentage Of Time

20%

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned.
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  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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    • CareerBuilder
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Chronicle of Philanthropy
    • Dartmouth College Employment Website
    • Glassdoor
    • Internal Employee Referral
    • HERC
    • Higher Ed Jobs
    • Indeed
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    • Valley News
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  2. If you answered 'Other' to the above question, please specify here

    (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae


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