Senior Veterinarian (Veterinarian 3)

National Biomedical Research Institute (NBRI) at UC Davis · Davis, CA · On-site · Full-time About the Role Join the Primate Medicine team at NBRI, an Organized Research Unit at UC Davis advancing research on major human health problems. Our veterinary staff provide medical care for a colony of 4,000+ nonhuman primates housed indoors and in outdoor enclosures, across 407,000+ sq ft of BSL 1–3 animal space. In this role, you’ll lead clinical care in our Conventional, SPF, and PDG hospitals and in Surgery. You’ll work closely with research investigators and help train the next generation of primate clinicians. You’ll report to the Associate Director of Veterinary Resources. What You’ll Do Colony Clinical Care & Case Management (35%): Provide full-spectrum veterinary care, including preventive medicine, surgery (including orthopedic internal fixation), anesthesia, imaging, emergency and critical care. Manage complex metabolic cases such as diabetics, water-restricted animals, and kidney transplants. Clinical Research Support (35%): Partner with Principal Investigators on study design, implementation, and interpretation. Take part in experimental surgeries and research procedures. Review IACUC protocols. Area Management (20%): Oversee hospital operations and, with the AHT Supervisor, coordinate and support Animal Health Technicians. Write and update SOPs, policies, and clinical algorithms. Manage controlled substance inventory. Serve on committees such as the Relocation Committee and the BMBC fracture management group. Training & Development (10%): Teach and mentor veterinary students, UC Davis residents, rotating Laboratory Animal Medicine residents, visiting veterinarians, and technicians. Maintain web-based surgical training modules. Provide on-site shift and on-call coverage, including weekend and holiday case summaries. What You Bring (Required) DVM from an accredited school of veterinary medicine California veterinary license, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire ACLAM board certification or eligibility to sit for the ACLAM exam Experience in diagnosis, surgery, and medical treatment of nonhuman primates Experience with NHP preventive medicine programs, including vaccination, parasitology, bacteriology, and virology screening Experience supporting investigators with research design and protocol consultation Working knowledge of AAALAC and USDA standards for NHP care and housing The professional judgment to navigate sensitive issues around animal use in biomedical research Nice to Have Applied knowledge of the regulations governing NHP research, such as the Animal Welfare Act, the ILAR Guide, the Endangered Species Act, FDA GLP, and California Public Health Law Experience with both large and small NHP species Gross necropsy and basic NHP histopathology skills Teaching experience in classroom, seminar, and one-on-one settings, plus presentations at national or international meetings Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Low-cost medical plans, plus dental and vision fully paid by UC for you and your family UC pension and retirement savings plans Generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick time Continuing education allowance and education reimbursement Parental and family leave, adoption assistance, and family care resources Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer Good to Know 100% on-site. Work is physically active and includes outdoor and BSL areas. This is a critical position. Employment depends on clearing a background check and may include drug screening and a medical evaluation. Apply by November 5, 2026 (11:59 PM PT) Don’t meet every qualification? We still encourage you to apply. UC Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #YouBelongHere #VeterinaryJobs #LabAnimalMedicine #ACLAM #UCDavis #J-18808-Ljbffr National Biomedical Research Institute (NBRI) at UC Davis