Veterinarian College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources
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Job Title
Veterinarian (College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Cooperative Agricultural Research CenterProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
The Veterinarian under general direction will be responsible for the care of research animals provide advice to extension agents and ensure compliance with AICUC and USDA protocols. This position reports to the College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources.
This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.
Responsibilities:
Develop and oversee the implementation of a program of veterinary care for University animals including goats cattle poultry and other animal species.
In conjunction with other animal care managers oversee the adequacy of all other aspects of animal care and use e.g. animal husbandry nutrition sanitation practices zoonosis control and hazard containment that ensure animal wellbeing.
Assist research scientists and graduate students with research activities.
Supervise the work of veterinary care staff; direct and approve personnel actions including but not limited to performance evaluations disciplinary actions and training.
Observe University and CAHS administrative policies to insure full compliance with mandated training and implementation of the institutional program for animal care and use.
Maintain veterinary medical records.
Serve as a full or alternate member of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee.
Develop or collaborate with outreach/extension programs.
Supervisor veterinary staff and veterinary clinic.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M..
Ten years of related experience.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations for animals in research. Knowledge of Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative training.
Knowledge of veterinary health care and familiarity with procedures in reproductive technology.
Knowledge of enhancement to or newlydeveloped treatment techniques and options especially as they relate to agricultural species.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others including those with different backgrounds and experiences.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain veterinary professional status by staying uptodate on veterinary medicine through yearly Continuing Education.
Registrations Certifications and Licenses:
State of Texas Veterinary License.
Other Requirements:
Work beyond normal offices hours and/or work on weekends.
Job Posting Close Date:
Until Filled
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed HigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above ator should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
