Mgr I, Veterinarian

Job ID: req2656
Employee Type: exempt full-time
Division: Laboratory Animal Science Program
Facility: NIH
Location: NIH Campus 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20892 USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Laboratory Animal Sciences Program (LASP) provides exceptional quality animal care and technical support services for animal research performed at the National Cancer Institute at the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research. LASP executes this mission by providing a broad spectrum of state-of-the-art technologies and services that are focused on the design, generation, characterization, and application of genetically engineered and biological animal models of human disease, which are aimed at the development of targeted diagnostics and therapies. LASP contributes to advancing human health, developing new treatments, and improving existing treatments for cancer and other diseases while ensuring safe and humane treatment of animals.

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing veterinary diagnostic, surgical and treatment services for research animals including nonhuman primates, mice, and aquatic species
• Performing a variety of both invasive and noninvasive surgical procedures in nonhuman primates and rodents
• Working as part of a multi-faceted team to review and implement guidelines and administer procedures to ensure full compliance with all applicable regulations, policies and standards required to maintain AAALAC accreditation of the animal care and use program
• Resolving issues pertaining to laboratory animal husbandry, health, and welfare
• Providing support for the NCI-Bethesda Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
• Assisting with training programs for animal caretakers, technicians and research staff who utilize research animals
• Reviewing and implementing standard operating procedures governing research animals including nonhuman primates, rodents, and aquatic species
• Providing consultative services to scientific and technical personnel pertaining to the selection and use of animal models
• Assisting in development, design or evaluation of animal research protocols and animal holding facilities and performing in-depth evaluation of the relationships of animal disease to research programs
• Participating in the weekend/holiday on-call rotation with other veterinarians for all species which presently includes non-human primates, rodents, and aquatics
• Work may involve the use of potentially hazardous materials or may be located in areas where such materials are used. Work may require the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to strict safety protocols

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Graduation from a veterinary school accredited by the AVMA (e.g. D.V.M. or V.M.D.) or satisfactory completion of the foreign equivalency examination (passing grade) given by the AVMA. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency
• Completion of ACLAM-recognized formal residency program in laboratory animal medicine or a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in the field of laboratory animal medicine
• License to practice veterinary medicine in the U.S. and ability to obtain Maryland licensure
• In addition to education requirements, a minimum of four (4) years of related expereince, and a minimum of two (2) years in a managerial role
• Must be able to function independently in an animal research facility environment, and in support of investigators engaged in animal research
• Experience with non-human primate medical care and use
• Independently identify and evaluate animal health issues, provide clinical diagnoses, therapeutics and post-procedural care for research animals
• Identification of regulatory/compliance issues and the ability to work with the IACUC and veterinary staff to resolve issues
• Possess a detailed comprehension of regulatory requirements and AAALAC standards
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• Experience with surgical procedures in nonhuman primates
• Experience with rodent surgical models used in cancer research
• Experience in training personnel including investigators and technicians
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the demonstrated ability to interact effectively with others
• ACLAM Board Certification or eligibility to take the ACLAM board exam
• USDA Accreditation

JOB HAZARDS

• This position is subject to working with or have potential for exposure to animal(s) and/or animal material(s)
• This position is subject to working with or have potential for exposure to infectious material, requiring medical clearance and immunizations
• This position is subject to atmospheric conditions that would require the usage of a respirator, requiring a medical clearance
• This position is subject to working in or have the potential to exposure to high noise levels for extended periods of time requiring medical clearance
• This position may require continuous or intermittent exposure to and exertion in environmental conditions such as working outdoors, temperature extremes, humidity extremes. etc. as part of the job
• This position is subject to working with radioactive material and requires to become an approved radiation worker

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) | Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) | Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

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