Laboratory Animal Veterinarian

LillyIndianapolis, IN
$126,000 - $204,600Onsite

About The Position

Eli Lilly & Co. is seeking a Clinical Veterinarian in the Department of Nonclinical Safety Assessment within the Division of Veterinary Resources. Under the direction of the Attending veterinarian, this role is focused on supporting a rodent-based research program, providing clinical and scientific expertise within a high-throughput preclinical environment. Veterinary Resources is a valued department within Lilly and this position will have significant access to resources, high visibility, and commensurate opportunities to influence development.

Requirements

  • Must have a DVM or VMD with a minimum of 3 years of experience in Laboratory Animal Medicine
  • Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization and visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1

Nice To Haves

  • Eligibility to obtain an Indiana Veterinary License and USDA accreditation
  • Willingness to relocate to the Indianapolis area
  • Demonstrated hands-on clinical and surgical experience with rats and mice in a research setting
  • Familiarity with common rodent pathogens, health monitoring programs and biosecurity protocols
  • Successful completion of a residency in Laboratory Animal Medicine
  • ACLAM Board certification or eligibility
  • AAALAC site visit experience
  • Expertise in rodent-specific anesthesia, analgesia, and perioperative care

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily clinical care and health surveillance for rats and mice in barrier and conventional housing environments
  • Oversight of rodent colony health, including sentinel monitoring programs and pathogen exclusion strategies
  • Provide guidance on rodent surgical models (e.g., cannulation, tumor implantation, metabolic models)
  • Work closely with research scientists in the development and implementation of animal models
  • Collaborate with researchers in development of protocols for review by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
  • Perform veterinary reviews for Animal Care and Use Protocols
  • Monitor and facilitate compliance with all applicable policies and guidelines related to the use of rodents in research
  • Assist in the development of training modules and providing specialized training to in vivo users
  • Other potential activities include assessment of outsourcing facilities, mentorship of interns and students, and various leadership opportunities

Benefits

  • company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance)
  • company-sponsored 401(k)
  • pension
  • vacation benefits
  • medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
  • flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts)
  • life insurance and death benefits
  • certain time off and leave of absence benefits
  • well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities)
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