Attending / Veterinarian - Attentive Science

How would you like to have a career that really makes a difference? Attentive Science is a nimble Non-Clinical Contract Research Organization (CRO) providing support to the Pharmaceutical, Animal Health, Agrochemical and Food Industries to help them create a healthier future for us all. Our experienced scientists provide the highest quality results coupled with segment leading expediency and flexible solutions to meet the specific needs of our clients.

The Attending Veterinarian has overall responsibility for research animal care and provides guidance in establishing and implementing policies and procedures in compliance with USDA and GLP regulations, AAALAC International, and other policies related to laboratory animals care and use. This position will also be expected to serve as Study Director on assigned studies.

What you will be doing?

• Serve as mentor to others in understanding the requirements for maintaining research with animals and the rules and regulations governing such
• Prepare reports and regulatory documents
• Make recommendations to management on possible capital expenditures to maintain the welfare of experimental animals
• Represent Attentive Science in a professional manner in meetings with sponsors and regulatory authorities
• Perform diagnostic procedures and prescribe appropriate treatment if an animal is injured or ill
• Perform and oversee surgical procedures
• Ability to serve as the study director for client studies
• Ensure scientific and technical soundness of study design and proposed conduct
• Monitor progress and status of assigned studies to ensure all experimental data, including observations of unanticipated responses of the test system, are accurately recorded and verified
• Advise colleagues on the proper use of methods to relieve or reduce pain and distress
• Perform specialty procedures as needed
• Participate in the IACUC committee
• Perform preventive medicine
• Perform release for study, and physical examinations of facility animals
• Participate in necropsies as required
• Provide required documentation of veterinarian activities
• Perform other duties as needed

The Requirements of the Position

The Attending Clinical Veterinarian / Surgeon should possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M. or equivalent) degree, with professional training in the biological sciences. Candidates should also have specialized training and / or experience in Laboratory Animal Medicine, as well as additional training or relevant experience in a research or industrial setting. Qualifications will be evaluated based on a combination of education and experience, as determined by management.

Join the Attentive Science team and grow your career with us while contributing to the discovery and development of life saving remedies. Attentive Science provides a comprehensive benefits package including Healthcare, Dental, Vision, 401k, Tuition Reimbursement and on-the-job career development.

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