Research Veterinarian
Research Veterinarian
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Job Description
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The Howard Hughes Medical Institutes Janelia Research Campus is a pioneering research center in Ashburn Virginia where scientists pursue fundamental questions in the life sciences. Our integrated teams of biologists computational scientists and toolbuilders innovate research practices and technologies to solve biologys deepest mysteries. HHMI launched Janelia in 2006 establishing an intellectually enriching environment for scientists to do creative collaborative handson work. We share our methods results and tools with the scientific community.
About the Role:
As a Research Veterinarian you will lead the surgery and animal behavior programs within the Vivarium Shared Resource driving innovative scientific research at Janelia. Your expertise in animal behavior and surgical practices will be pivotal in guiding and supporting our ground breakingprojects. Youll collaborate closely with researchers on project design prioritize project support and ensure comprehensive training in behavior and surgical procedures. Additionally youll provide rotating oncall and backup coverage for clinical veterinary care and serve as an alternate Veterinarian on the IACUC.
About the Department:
The Vivarium at Janelia an AAALAC accredited facility is renowned for supporting pioneering research with a focus on mice rats and zebrafish. Our operations are designed to accelerate scientific progress while ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare. By working closely with our scientists Vivarium staff take ownership of animalrelated processes allowing researchers to concentrate on dataintensive tasks and achieve impactful scientific outcomes.
What we provide:
A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
An opportunity to broaden research experience in a collaborative environment.
A team that believes in continuous learning and cultivates an environment of collaboration.
Professional development opportunities through internal and external conferences and workshops.
What youll do:
Research Project Oversight
Design and execute experiments in collaboration with and in support of labs project teams and visiting scientists related to behavior physiology and surgery.
Manage and provide recommendations on project activities.
Design and conduct vivariumled studies impacting surgical methods and naturalistic animal behavior.
Collaboration
Work closely with interdisciplinary teams and internal departments on project initiation progress and retrospective learning.
Advise and consult with Vivarium and research personnel.
Supervise supporting staff ensuring they perform duties effectively and have necessary resources.
Clinical Care
Provide backup veterinary support and oversight for a variety of species including rodents and aquatic species with primary oversight for the development refinement and care of animal models.
Refine programs to enhance animal welfare practices related to behavior studies natural environments and surgical procedures.
Regulatory
Serve as Alternate Veterinarian on the IACUC.
Serve as member of the (Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) as it relates to hazards used in surgery and behavior studies.
What you bring:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association with a current license to practice in at least one state. Must obtain veterinary licensure and USDA accreditation in Virginia within the first year of employment.
Expertise in rodent behavior studies and surgical procedures with three to five years of experience in a laboratory animal facility supporting research with rodents and zebrafish.
Board certification by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine American College of Veterinary Behaviorists or American College of Veterinary Surgeons preferred with board certification required within the first year of employment.
Strong collaboration and communication skills: Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and effectively explain complex scientific ideas to diverse audiences.
Exceptional organizational and project coordination ability: Proficiency in project management tools and the Microsoft Office suite with excellent organizational time management and problemsolving skills to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Physical Requirements:
The following is the minimum physical requirements:
Occasionally lifts and/or carries objects weighing up to 10 pounds
Occasionally stoops and bends
Occasionally reaches and grasps with arms and hands
Work is performed in a normal office or research lab environment where there are relatively few physical discomforts due to dust dirt noise and the like.
Work involves possible exposure to malodorous vapors animal allergens and other animalborne hazards experimental microbial agents and viral vectors low dose radiation contamination by toxic chemicals and acids and presence of carcinogenic substances.
Please Note:
This job description sets forth the jobs principal duties responsibilities and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement however. Unless they begin with the word may the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are essential functions of the job as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Compensation and Benefits
Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission including competitive pay exceptional health benefits retirement plans time off and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.
Compensation Range
$138356.06 (minimum) $172945.08 (midpoint) $224828.60 (maximum)Pay Type:
AnnualHHMIs salary structure is developed based on relevant job market data. HHMI considers a candidates education previous experiences knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal consistency when making job offers. Typically a new hire for this position in this location is compensated between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary range.
Employment Type
Full-Time
