Assistant Vet Scientist (ENBRC) - Atlanta, GA

Emory University•Atlanta, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Join one of the nation’s premier non-human primate (NHP) veterinary programs and build your career in primate medicine and research at the Emory National Biomedical Research Center (ENBRC). ENBRC is seeking applicants for a faculty-equivalent position as an Assistant Vet Scientist (Clinical Veterinarian) to join our team in the Division of Animal Resources. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a nationally recognized program in laboratory animal medicine and research, working with nonhuman primates and rodents. The successful candidate will become part of a collaborative team of twelve veterinarians dedicated to advancing animal welfare, supporting innovative biomedical research, and providing exceptional clinical care for a large and diverse nonhuman primate colony. ENBRC is an internationally recognized biomedical research center with facilities located on Emory University's Atlanta campus and at its 117-acre Field Station in Lawrenceville, Georgia. The position is based at the Main Station on the Atlanta campus and offers opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across both locations. The Division of Animal Resources supports a broad portfolio of research programs in immunology, infectious diseases, neuroscience, behavioral sciences, transplant medicine, imaging, and other areas of translational biomedical research. The Assistant Vet Scientist will play a central role in ensuring the highest standards of animal health, welfare, and research support while working closely with investigators, veterinary colleagues, and animal care staff.

Requirements

DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine.
2 years of experience or training in laboratory animal medicine (may include Postdoctoral Residency).
ACLAM board eligible.
Eligibility for veterinary licensure.

Nice To Haves

ACLAM board certification or eligibility is highly desirable.
Licensed to practice veterinary medicine and have training or experience in laboratory animal medicine.
Experience with the medical and surgical management of nonhuman primates is preferred, although candidates with strong laboratory animal medicine training and a demonstrated interest in developing expertise in nonhuman primate medicine are encouraged to apply.
Experience in an academic or research environment is also desirable.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

Under minimal supervision, provides a wide and comprehensive range of clinical, preventative, and emergency veterinary care for nonhuman primates and laboratory rodents, with a primary emphasis on nonhuman primate medicine.
Areas of possible oversight include managed breeding and clinical, surgical, and anesthesia services.
Supports research programs through clinical consultation, veterinary oversight, and collaboration with investigators.
Participates in protocol review and regulatory compliance for university committees and activities impacting animal resources (e.g., the IACUC, chemical, radiation, and biosafety committees).
Teaching responsibilities include the instruction of veterinary residents, veterinary technicians, animal care technicians, research staff, and other animal care personnel.
Contributes to colony health management, behavioral management, and animal welfare initiatives.
Participates in the planning, design, renovation, and commissioning of research animal facilities.
Contributes to the education and mentorship of trainees in Emory's ACLAM-approved Laboratory Animal Medicine Residency Program.
Assists in the maintenance of proper records and the generation of reports, applications, grants, and the like.
Expected to show scholarship and service to the university as appropriate.
The management of direct or indirect reports may be required, and training in the supervision of others is expected.
Demonstrated ability to function as part of a team in a team science context.
Performs other duties, services, and responsibilities as assigned.