Associate Director of Veterinary Services

2 days ago


New Brunswick NJ United States Rutgers The State University Full time
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Recruitment/Posting Title: Associate Director of Veterinary Services

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department: Core Services - Animal Care

Overview:

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 to the students and the State we serve, as well as to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers has been ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers, holding #64 of 500 employers and being the #1 New Jersey employer on the 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment.

Posting Summary:

Rutgers is seeking an Associate Director of Veterinary Services for the Core Services - Animal Care department. Reporting to the Director of Veterinary Services, this position develops, implements, and maintains animal care standards and policies to support University research and teaching programs. Key duties include:

  1. Maintaining animal care facilities and programs in accordance with public policy and accreditation standards.
  2. Providing advice and counsel to the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
  3. Overseeing clinical care and preventive health management of research and teaching animals.

Position Status: Full Time

Daily Work Shift: Day

FLSA: Exempt

Grade: 09

Annual Minimum Salary: 120741.00

Annual Mid Range Salary: 152826.00

Annual Maximum Salary: 184911.00

Standard Hours: 37.50

Qualifications:

Minimum Education and Experience:

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree (or VMD) from an accredited veterinary school or equivalent certification.
  • Minimum of five years of laboratory animal research experience.

Certifications/Licenses:

  • Veterinary license in at least one state within the USA.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Diplomate of the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) or European College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ECLAM).
  • Ability to obtain Federal DEA and New Jersey Controlled Dangerous Substance licenses within six months of hire.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of individuals.
  • Broad knowledge of laboratory animal medicine within a university or industrial setting.
  • Ability to pass a post-offer, pre-placement medical evaluation and participate in the occupational health program for animal workers.
  • Compliance with federal regulations, including a criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Research credentials (MS or PhD).
  • Familiarity with equipment used in animal housing and maintenance.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when handling animals.
  • Walking and standing for extended periods while conducting inspections of animal facilities.

Special Conditions:

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screenings.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, military service, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

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