Clinical Veterinarian

Clinical Veterinarian

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Clinical Veterinarian for the Office for Research. This position will report to the Director of Veterinary Services. The Office for Research's mission is to support the research, scholarship, and creative endeavors of all Rutgers faculty. The Office accomplishes its mission by convening with academic and research leaders, providing integrated, user-focused resources, services, and tools, and partnering with faculty.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Implements and maintains animal care standards and policies to maximize University research and teaching programs across a wide range of disciplines.
• Maintains animal care facilities and programs in accordance with public policy and accreditation standards.
• Provides advice and counsel to the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
• Oversees clinical activities across multiple vivaria and participates in the training programs conducted by RUAC across campuses.
• Provides instructional and hands-on training, assists in novel technique development, and performs clinical and technical services such as providing clinical care to all animals, experimental surgery, and surgical and anesthesia support.
• Supports or serves as the Registration Coordinator for the Controlled Dangerous Substances Program.

FLSA - Exempt

Grade - 08

Salary Details

Minimum Salary - 108670.000

Mid Range Salary - 137547.000

Maximum Salary - 166424.000

Benefits - Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs

Position Status - Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours - 37.50

Daily Work Shift - Day

Work Arrangement - This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description - Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation - PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment - Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility - ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree from an accredited veterinary school or equivalent. Minimum of two years formal training in laboratory animal medicine or comparable experience.

Certifications/Licenses - Veterinary license in at least one state within the USA.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Ability to obtain Federal DEA and New Jersey Controlled Dangerous Substance licenses within six months of hire. Ability to participate in the occupational health program for animal workers. Broad knowledge of all aspects of laboratory animal medicine within a university or industrial setting. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work tactfully with a wide range of people. Good communication in English and have excellent written and verbal skills.

Preferred Qualifications - Completion of a post-DVM training program in the specialty of laboratory animal medicine or equivalent specialized experience. Board certification or eligibility in Laboratory Animal Medicine. Research credentials (MS or PhD). USDA Accredited Veterinarian. Successful completion of the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course

Equipment Utilized - Equipment used in animal housing, animal maintenance (feeding, watering, and breeding), sanitation of caging and rooms, and environmental monitoring, and be able to train staff in their correct use and maintenance. Equipment includes cagewashers, bottlewashers, autoclaves, large dry heat sterilizers, laminar flow cage change stations, Microisolator and standard caging, ventilated housing racks. Surgical equipment – anesthesia equipment, physiological monitors. Diagnostic equipment – microscopes, centrifuges. Microsoft Office and custom animal care and use management software and other critical software programs such as electronic IACUC systems.

Physical Demands and Work Environment - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs weight when required in handling or assisting with veterinary care of animals. Ability to walk, stand for several hours when conducting inspections of animal facilities and laboratories. Full range of body movement. Correctable vision to observe animals for signs of illness and evaluate animal rooms and equipment for compliance with applicable standards.

Special Conditions - This position will require to pass a post-offer, pre-placement medical evaluation to include a medical history and physical examination. Per federal regulation, this position will require to undergo a criminal background check in order to be able to work with controlled substances.