What are the responsibilities and job description for the VETERINARIAN position at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans?
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Functional Position Title
VETERINARIAN
Position Number
00023075
Appointment Type
Regular
Location-City
New Orleans
School/Division
ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES
Department
Animal Laboratories-Downtown c
Position Summary
Incumbent in this position will have the responsibility of providing veterinary care and perform other related duties in the Division of Animal Care at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans, Louisiana under the direction of the Associate Director of Animal Care. The incumbent will provide clinical veterinary care to animals; manage preventive medical programs; participate in IACUC activities; perform post approval monitoring of protocols; provide training programs; provide consultation for research staff; supervise employees, and any additional duties requested by Associate Director. The division of Animal Care is composed of two animal facilities with a total of 22,007 square feet. The present number of investigators utilizing these facilities are 63. The investigators are involved in 324 research projects
Additional Position Information
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education
Doctorate
If Other Required Education, please specify
DVM
Discipline(s)
Doctorate in Veterinarian Medicine. Eligible for USDA accreditation (accreditation preferred).
Certifications/Licenses Required
ACLAM certfication in one year with bonus
Indicate the minimum number of years required to do the job
Two
Indicate the type of experience required to do the job
veterinary experience in a clinical or research lab setting. Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Indicate if any combination of specific experience, training and education may be substituted for the required education or experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education
Doctorate
If Other Preferred Education, please specify
Discipline(s)
Completion of a residency training program in laboratory animal medicine,
Certifications/Licenses Preferred
American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) board certification or eligibility
Indicate the preferred experience to perform the job
Three (3) years of clinical or research lab experience and experience working at an academic research institution. .
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
U01486P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Application Review Date to Begin
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu).
About the School/Department
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you possess a Doctorate in Veterinarian Medicine AND have at least two (2) years of veterinary experience in a clinical or research lab setting or will you by start date?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you willing to obtain a ACLAM certification in your first year of employment?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you eligible for USDA accreditation or will you be by start date?
- Yes
- No
