Clinical Veterinarian

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

39d•$120,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Animal Resources invites applications for a Clinical Veterinarian to join a collaborative team at the University of Iowa. The successful candidate will provide clinical veterinary care for research animals and play a key role in advancing animal care, husbandry, and compliance programs that support innovative biomedical research.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree (i.e. Veterinary Medical Doctor/VMD).
Active veterinary licensure in at least one state is required.
Effective communication skills to develop and maintain relationships and to influence compliance with policies and regulations.
Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
Proficient in computer software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and various database systems.
Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license, and the ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards.
Self-disclose any conviction history.
Undergo a criminal background check.
Verification of a valid state or commercial driver's license.
Ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards.
Credential/education verification.

Nice To Haves

Diplomate of the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM), Diplomate of the European College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ECLAM) or other laboratory animal medicine board certifications recognized by the International Association of Colleges of Laboratory Animal Medicine (IACLAM).
Current experience in Laboratory Animal Medicine through a formal residency program or experience route; typically, two (2) years (if formal residency completed).
Familiarity with current USDA and PHS regulations, and the AAALAC International accreditation process.
Experience with a wide variety of laboratory animal species and their housing from conventional to barrier to biocontainment facilities.
Knowledge of university policies, procedures, and regulations.
Experience with animal surgical suite management including USDA and non-regulated animals.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical veterinary care for research animals.
Play a key role in advancing animal care, husbandry, and compliance programs that support innovative biomedical research.