Staff Veterinarian

Johns Hopkins University
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
Mar 13, 2025
General summary/purpose: Johns Hopkins University's Research Animal Resources (RAR) is seeking an experienced *Veterinarian* that will provide clinical oversight and programmatic support to its nonhuman primate (NHP) program. The position provides clinical expertise and research support to various animal studies, and colony management of rhesus and pigtail breeding colonies. Of note, the pigtail macaque breeding colony at Hopkins is supported by U42 NIH funding. Specific duties & responsibilities: Supported by laboratory animal medicine (LAM) post-doctoral fellows, the successful candidate will: Provide clinical oversight for Old World nonhuman primates (NHPs), including rhesus macaques and pigtail macaques Provide colony health oversight for the breeding colonies, direct semi-annual TB testing, and physical exams Perform surgeries Oversee NHP quarantine procedures, including import, export, and sales Supervise veterinary technicians Mentor LAM post-doctoral fellows in providing clinical care Participate in regulatory activities, including USDA inspections, IACUC semi-annual inspections, and AAALAC site visits Train veterinary, husbandry, and research personnel Conduct clinical and collaborative research Consult with investigators regarding research protocols Work with husbandry personnel and behavioral management team regarding the proper care of NHPs Develop SOPs, guidelines, and related documents on using and working with NHPs Work collaboratively with the Breeding Colony Director and Attending Veterinarian to create and implement programmatic and infrastructure improvements Minimum Qualifications Doctoral degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD). Recent graduates of training programs are eligible to apply. Technical qualifications or specialized certifications: Current license to practice veterinary medicine in at least one state in the United States Current driver's license Special knowledge, skills, and abilities: Excellent oral and written English capabilities A thorough knowledge of current US regulatory standards Strong teaching skills; ability to work with a diverse group of individuals, including scientists A demonstrated ability to conduct clinical or collaborative research A record of excellent customer service Ability to seek out, build, and maintain positive collaborative relationships with investigators Preferred Qualifications American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) boards-certification or boards-eligibility preferred. Classified Title: Veterinarian Job Posting Title (Working Title):Staff Veterinarian Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MI Starting Salary Range: $117,900 - $206,500 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: M-F 8:30-5 with some evenings and weekends FLSA Status:Exempt Location:School of Medicine Campus Department name: Research Animal Resources Personnel area: University Administration Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Education and Experience Equivalency Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. Applicants Completing Studies Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. 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