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University of Southern California

Resident Veterinarian

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


Resident Veterinarian

Office of ResearchLos Angeles, CaliforniaThe University of Southern California, Department of Animal Resources, is seeking a responsible, self-motivated, and organized individual for the position of Resident Veterinarian. The Department of Animal Resources takes pride in providing optimal animal care for all animals housed at the University for the purposes of biomedical research and teaching.Job Summary:

The Department of Animal Resources (DAR) has one (1) position open for a Resident Veterinarian in Laboratory Animal Medicine (LAM) starting July 2025. The program is designed to prepare veterinarians for a career in LAM. The residency is approved by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) and fulfills eligibility requirements for the ACLAM certifying examination. The resident will rotate within DAR services and gain experience in the medical, surgical, anesthetic, and colony management of a variety of laboratory animal models used at USC. Residents will also participate in the activities of both USC and City of Hope IACUC. The residency is a 36-month program with a strong emphasis on clinical opportunities.Responsibilities/Outcomes:Provide clinical, diagnostic, and surgical services and care to animals.Manage preventive medical programs including rodent health surveillance, quarantine, and diagnostic laboratory activities. Participate in IACUC activities including investigator interactions, protocol review, and inspections.Perform post-approval monitoring of animal research protocols.Provide training programs for animal care and research staff members.Provide research support and consultation to principal investigators.Assist in maintaining university compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and policies.Participate in ACLAM-approved didactic training program.Perform other related duties as assigned or requested within the scope of knowledge and abilities. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.Share on-call and holiday coverage with other DAR veterinarians.Minimum Qualifications:Minimum Education: D.V.M or equivalent.Minimum Field of expertise: California Veterinary medical license, license in at least one state, or eligibility for licensure in California.Excellent administrative skills including recordkeeping, prioritizing multiple tasks, researching information, scheduling, and applying understood policies and procedures.Excellent interpersonal communication skills.Documents Required:CVLetter of IntentThree letters of recommendationsUSC has excellent benefits, including a choice of retirement programs, vacation days, university holidays, a choice of medical and dental plans, and tuition assistance (for employees and eligible dependents). Located in central Los Angeles with easy access to commuter trains, buses, and free tram pick-up services, discounts to football, basketball, and other campus events. For more information about benefits see

benefits.usc.edu . USC is an equal-opportunity educator and employer, proudly pluralistic and firmly committed to providing equal opportunity for outstanding persons of every race, gender, creed, and background. The university particularly encourages members of underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. USC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Further information is available by contacting uschr@usc.edu.The annual base salary for this position is $76,325.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.Posted Date: 09/08/2024

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