Veterinarian Researcher

Job Summary:

The Research Veterinarian will provide veterinary care for pigs in a designated pathogen-free (DPF) facility. This role plays a critical part in the performance of all veterinary procedures (survival and non-surgeries, sample collection and necropsies) for the xenotransplantation program. The Veterinarian will provide routine veterinary care as well as preventive medical care, medical nursing, and euthanasia of the USDA covered species in addition to maintaining the animal health records.

Key Responsibilities:

Diagnose and treat animals for medical conditions
Assist and perform surgery on animals
Test for and vaccinate against diseases
Operate medical equipment
Prescribe medication
Manage semen collection and artificial insemination programs
Maintain animal treatment records
Euthanize and perform comprehensive necropsies on animals
May be responsible for the supervision and professional development of licensed veterinary technician(s) and/or animal technician(s)

Requirements:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
5+ years of experience working in a Veterinary practice
3+ years of experience following IACUC and research protocols and working with controlled substances
3+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals
DVM at an accredited university with specialty focus on large animal care
Virginia License to Practice Veterinary Medicine, USDA Level II Accreditation, Eligible for DEA License
Proficient in surgical skills and able to perform abdominal and general surgery
Understanding of US FDA CFR for Xenotransplantation products for human use
Understanding and ability to apply principles of evidence-based medicine to a swine herd with unique needs and requirements
Possess critical thinking and problem-solving ability to provide novel solutions to medical problems
Demonstrated understanding of GxP compliance
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite of applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
Ability to coach and train team members
Ability to author or edit SOPs
Must not have interaction with pigs outside of the company

Physical Demands:
Carry 50 lbs
Lift 75 lbs to waist level
Push/Pull 200 lbs on wheels

About United Therapeutics:

United Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. We strive to be an organization that engages the minds, hearts, and most spirited efforts of each of our employees. Our sense of purpose transforms what we do from work into mission, occupation into vocation and achievement into success. We challenge our employees with innovative and revolutionary projects, offer an environment which fosters high-level job performance and provide a highly competitive total rewards package.

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