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Clemson University invites applications for the Associate University Veterinarian within the Office of Animal Research, Division of Research. We seek a veterinarian with experience in laboratory animal medicine and research support. The Associate University Veterinarian will report to the University Veterinarian and will assist with supporting the animal research program of Clemson University. The Associate University Veterinarian will work closely with the animal research staff, investigators, and IACUC to elevate services for the University research community while supporting Clemson University's mission and strategic plan and assuring compliance and the ethical treatment of animals.

About the Animal Program

The ethical care and use of animals is central to Clemson University's mission.  In addition to teaching activities, Clemson University maintains a significant research portfolio to include biomedical, agricultural and wildlife research. Animal facilities include a central vivarium, an aquatic facility and six agricultural farms. A College of Veterinary Medicine is being established. All animal facilities at Clemson University, including the farms, are AAALAC accredited.

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Animal Management and Clinical Care: Performs or manages the clinical care for multiple species (laboratory 90% and agriculture 10%) directly or through oversight of animal care personnel. Participates in providing shared emergency on-call services for the Office of Animal Resources. Maintains all requirements for continued federal and/or state veterinary licensure, USDA Class II accreditation, SC DHEC registration and DEA licensure.  

Research Support: Works with the UV to review and facilitate investigator research and teaching IACUC protocols. Assist investigators with animal research projects and activities as needed to support the university's research mission, including surgery, anesthesia, and imaging. Ensures technical staff and research personnel are trained to perform IACUC-approved procedures. 

Research Compliance: Assists the UV and Clemson staff with ensuring protocols, programs and facilities comply with applicable laws, regulations and guidelines and provides assistance to the Clemson IACUC as needed. Collaborates with the UV and other Clemson staff to maintain readiness for USDA and AAALAC inspections/site visits. Collaborates with farm managers to ensure humane animal care and use, and compliance with laws, regulations, and guidelines.

Research Center Operations and Management: Assists the UV and facility administration in managing the operations of the Office of Animal Resources and assists with short- and long-term strategic planning.

Teaching and Communication: Assists the UV to develop and present educational materials to ensure Clemson personnel understand relevant laws, regulations, and veterinary medical procedures. Develops, reviews, and modifies SOPs as needed. Serves as a guest lecturer when requested.

Minimum Education: DVM/VMD (or ECFVG equivalent) from an AVMA-accredited program.

Minimum Experience: At least 2 years of laboratory animal medicine experience.

Minimum Licenses and Certifications: DVM/South Carolina State License or eligible (attained within 3 months), Controlled drug license (SC DPH/DEA) or eligible (attained within 3 months), Driver's license, USDA Class II accredited.

Experience in a large, complex research animal care and use program. ACLAM eligible or certified, ACLAM residency training, PhD or other advanced degrees in relevant scientific field. Substantial experience in laboratory animal medicine. Experience caring for various laboratory animal species, including but not limited to rodents, fish, ruminants, rabbits, and swine. Experience in caring for agricultural animals. 

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises Work of Others - Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides Budget Input - Provides input into the budgeting process, and oversees fund allocation.

  10% - Stand for prolonged period
  20% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
  20% - Walk or move about
   5% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
   5% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
  10% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
  30% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
  25% - Recognize or inspect visually
  10% - Move, transport, raise or lower
  10% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
  10% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
  10% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

  10% - Exposure to heat or cold
  10% - Exposure to dust/fumes
  10% - Wet or humid
  10% - Noise
  10% - Chemical hazards
  10% - Radiant energy hazards
  10% - Overnight Travel
  30% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)

Standard Hrs: 37.5

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Essential Level 1 employee
Required to respond during an emergency closure or modified operations in order to provide the University's initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.

Clemson, SC

Clemson University, in consultation with RPM ReSearch, will begin a confidential review of application materials immediately and continue until the position is filled; parties who apply by September 15th, 2024, will be given first consideration. Please submit a CV/resume, letter of application, and a list of five references upon application to http://apply.interfolio.com/150641. All applications and nominations will be held in confidence.

Inquiries may be made to RPM ReSearch, Brad McMillan at brad@rpmresearch.solutions or 704-502-0010.

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.