Associate Research Veterinarian/Research Veterinarian (Houston, TX)

Unither Pharmaceuticals • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) is a public benefit corporation dedicated to developing novel pharmaceutical therapies and technologies for rare, deadly diseases and to address the shortage of transplantable organs. The company has six FDA-approved therapies and is developing additional treatments for pulmonary fibrosis. They are also working to create manufactured organs to eliminate transplant waiting lists. The Associate Research Veterinarian/Research Veterinarian will provide veterinary medical care for pigs in a designated pathogen-free barrier facility, playing a critical role in the xenotransplantation program. This includes performing veterinary procedures such as surgeries, health surveillance, breeding, and necropsies. The role involves routine and emergency medical care, record-keeping, training personnel, collaborating on SOPs, and participating in regulatory activities.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
• 2+ years of related experience working in the veterinary field (Associate Research Veterinarian level)
• 1+ years of experience providing large animal veterinary care with preference toward porcine (Associate Research Veterinarian level)
• 1+ years of experience working with regulatory bodies and controlled substances (Associate Research Veterinarian level)
• 1+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals (Associate Research Veterinarian level)
• 5+ years of related experience working in the veterinary field (Research Veterinarian level)
• 3+ years of experience providing large animal veterinary care with preference toward porcine (Research Veterinarian level)
• 3+ years of experience working with regulatory bodies and controlled substances (Research Veterinarian level)
• 3+ years of experience performing diagnostic tests and general surgery, overseeing health surveillance of an animal population, and performing necropsies (Research Veterinarian level)
• Texas License to Practice Veterinary Medicine, USDA Level II Accreditation, Eligible for DEA License
• Understanding and ability to apply principles of evidence-based medicine to a swine herd with unique needs and requirements
• Possess critical thinking and problem-solving ability to provide novel solutions to medical problems
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite of applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to coach and train team members
• Ability to author or edit SOPs
• Must not have interaction with pigs outside of the company

Nice To Haves

• Proficient in surgical skills and able to perform abdominal and general surgery
• Understanding of US FDA CFR for Xenotransplantation products for human use
• Demonstrated understanding of GxP compliance

Responsibilities

• Manage all health aspects of pigs
• Diagnose and treat animals for medical conditions
• Assist with surgery on animals
• Write animal medical records
• Operate medical equipment
• Euthanize and perform necropsies on animals
• Participate in breeding program including semen collection, analysis, and processing and artificial insemination
• Collaborate on and author animal related SOPs
• Participate in regulatory activities such as IACUC, USDA, FDA, and AAALAC with direction from the Attending Veterinarian
• Participate in training of animal and veterinary technicians
• Participate in on-call after hours
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage
• employee wellness resources
• savings plans (401k and ESPP)
• paid time off & paid parental leave benefits
• disability benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level