LARC Operations

Full Time

74285BR

Job Summary

Evaluates and treats research animals coming into UCSF. Independently performs routine Veterinarian duties and can direct animal health technicians in providing animal care. When needed receives supervision or guidance for cases. Has interest in veterinary and husbandry needs of all research species, including aquatics. Ensures assigned activities adhere to Protocols and applicable USDA, NIH and AAALAC regulations and rules. Participates in the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) processes and oversight functions. Performs on-call, after hours veterinary coverage.

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Department Description

The Laboratory Animal Resource Center is a recharge department providing veterinary care and housing services for all animals used in biomedical research and teaching. LARC provides veterinary medical care and husbandry services, assures compliance with laws and regulations concerning the use of animals in research, and veterinary medical advice to UCSF researchers.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (D.V.M. / V.M.D.) from veterinary school that is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Associate, or equivalent degree.
• 1 or more years of related work experience.
• Required: Must be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of California
• Those without California veterinary license must be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in any state in the USA and must obtain California veterinary license within 12 months of appointment
• Must obtain and maintain USDA accredited veterinarian status within 6 months of hire
• Until license is obtained, Veterinarian could not sign off on procedures etc. without the supervision of a licensed California Veterinarian
• Veterinary basic surgical skills & abilities, including post-operative care, recovery and treatment management
• Veterinary diagnostic abilities and knowledge
• Knowledge of laboratory animal medicine and surgery of common research animal species, aquatics and nonhuman primates (NHP).
• Well-developed written & oral communication abilities
• Computer skills at basic level
• California veterinarian license must be maintained at all times; failure to do so will result in immediate termination from position.
• Must participate in the UCSF occupational health program, medical health screenings, zoonotic screenings, and similar. Must understand and accept that the position has the risk for exposure to zoonotic agents as well as other hazardous agents or chemicals.
• This position is designated as critical in accordance with University of California policy and requires successful completion of a background check process. The position holder is subject to fingerprinting as well.
• This position requires the use of personal protective clothing to prevent injuries and exposure to potentially hazardous agents
• A CA driver's license is required when driving UC vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of federal rules and regulations, Animal Welfare Act (AWA), Public Health Service (PHS) and Association for Assessment of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) international guidelines
• Veterinary basic anesthesia knowledge & abilities
• Eligible to sit for ACLAM Board Examination
• Aquatics experience and interest
• Research Lab experience
• Residency training in Lab Animal Veterinary Training Program
• IACUC experience
• One or more years' Private Practice Veterinarian
• Supervision of various staff in lab animal departments
• IACUC, Biosafety, similar committee membership
• Independent Research
• Advanced degree beyond DVM

License/Certification

• Required: Must be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of California
• Those without California veterinary license must be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in any state in the USA and must obtain California veterinary license within 12 months of appointment
• Must obtain and maintain USDA accredited veterinarian status within 6 months of hire
• Until license is obtained, Veterinarian could not sign off on procedures etc. without the supervision of a licensed California Veterinarian

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009545 VETERINARIAN 2

Job Category

Professional (Non-Clinical), Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Various Work Sites

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

M-F, 7am-4pm