Veterinarian – Research & Extension (College of Agriculture)

About the role

The University seeks a qualified Veterinarian to lead veterinary care for research animals, support extension activities, and ensure compliance with USDA and institutional protocols.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and oversee a comprehensive veterinary program for university animals such as goats, cattle, poultry, and other species.
• Coordinate with animal‑care managers to ensure proper husbandry, nutrition, sanitation, zoonosis control, and hazard containment.
• Assist research scientists and graduate students with animal‑related research activities.
• Supervise veterinary staff, conduct performance evaluations, handle disciplinary actions, and provide training.
• Maintain veterinary medical records and serve as a member (or alternate) of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
• Ensure compliance with university and College of Agriculture policies, including mandatory training.
• Develop and collaborate on outreach and extension programs related to animal health.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.).
• At least ten years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of USDA regulations governing animals in research.
• Familiarity with Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) requirements.
• Understanding of veterinary health‑care practices and reproductive technologies for agricultural species.
• Awareness of emerging treatment techniques for livestock and other farm animals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development through continuing education.

Required skills

• Veterinary health‑care procedures.
• Reproductive technology for livestock.
• USDA regulations compliance.
• Animal husbandry and nutrition.
• Zoonosis control and hazard containment.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a research‑focused academic environment.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary scientists and extension agents.
• Professional growth through grant‑funded projects and continuing education.