Attending Veterinarian & Assistant Director of Animal Care
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
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Details
Posted: 24-Sep-24
Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Academia/Research
Occupation:
Veterinarian
Required Education:
Doctorate
Internal Number: 5667001
Attending Veterinarian & Assistant Director of Animal Care
Position Number:
Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
Facilities, Planning and Management is committed to promoting respect and civility in the workplace. Our staff serves as role models by practicing exemplary behaviors when working with customers, fellow faculty and staff members, students, and visitors. The mission of the department is to provide a safe, sustainable, and accessible physical environment that supports learning, research, working, living, and recreation. The organization supports the academic and strategic objectives of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with commitment and pride in everything they do.
Job Summary
Oversees the care and use of animals used in research, testing, and teaching and provides professional veterinary care. Designs and implements programs and provides expert guidance to research staff and animal care/use committees to support the wellbeing of animals used in teaching and research. Develops the unit’s strategic plan and budget, establishes operational standards and protocols for all animal-related services, and supervises staff to ensure proper functionality and regulatory compliance. Administers the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). Ensures compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, accrediting body requirements, and institutional policies. Serves as Attending Veterinarian of record.
Work will be performed primarily on the UW-Milwaukee campus, with requests for remote work considered after the initial training period. Hybrid work options may be available with specifics regarding work location requirements discussed during the interview process
Minimum Qualifications
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from a school or college accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education, or equivalent training with Education Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates certification
License to practice veterinary medicine in Wisconsin or eligible to apply
Accreditation through the National Accreditation Program by the USDA/APHIS in Wisconsin or eligible to apply
License to purchase controlled substances or eligible to apply for a practitioner license
Experience or education related to research animal care and facilities
Evidence of strong communication skills, i.e. the ability to organize and present information in a logical manner
Demonstrated ability to foster constructive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
Demonstrated experience using a variety of computer systems and programs (including web-based business applications) and/or creating/updating websites
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing an IACUC and/or applying regulations relating to the use of animals in research and teaching (includes the Animal Welfare Act, Public Health Service policy, USDA/APHIS)
Experience working in an AAALAC-accredited Animal Care Program
Experience with aquatic species.
Evidence of experience serving on committees, including developing agendas and minutes.
Certified Professional in IACUC Administration (CPIA)
Experience with enforcement, application and knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and accreditation guidelines.
Prior supervisory experience.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide: A cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications, a resume, and a document listing the names and contact information for three professional references. Communication skills will be evaluated throughout the recruitment process.
If the Search and Screen Committee cannot determine if the minimum qualifications are met, they will be determined as not meeting them.
This is a continuous recruitment with an updated review date of 10/21/2024 . To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by 10/20/2024 Applications submitted after 10/20/2024 may not be reviewed.
Final candidate(s) will be required to turn in copies of transcripts, industry certifications or evidence of professional organization memberships.
Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.
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