DLAR Lab Animal Veterinarian Dir Asst in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky
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University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
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| Job Title | DLAR Lab Animal Veterinarian Dir Asst |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE54474 |
| Working Title | |
| Department Name | 40832:Laboratory Animal Resources |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 52 |
| Salary Range | $107,994-183,581/year |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | PhD(DVM) |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | 5 yrs |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | State Veterinary License AVMA Certification |
| Physical Requirements | The physical requirements of this position include: Occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs; occasional standing or walking with objects 30-45lbs; regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time with regular repetitive motions (such as typing); utilizing mouse, keyboard, and phone for portions of the day. Ability to traverse on and off-campus for meetings and to provide service. Must be able to communicate effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds and varied professional levels. |
| Shift | Primarily days (i.e. Monday – Friday, 8a-5p ) As an exempt position, job duties may occasionally require additional time in the evenings, nights, holidays and/or weekends to accomplish work goals in excess of 40 hours per week. Required to participate in rotational oncall including nights weekends and holidays. May be required to report when the Univeristy is closed to provide treatment & support to our research animals. |
| Job Summary | The primary goal of DLAR is to facilitate the conduct of animal research in a humane manner fully compliant with all Federal, State and Local regulations. DLAR staff maintain compliance with all the relevant regulations and policies as they pertain to the use of all University animals in biomedical research and maintain good standing through AAALAC, adhering to the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals. The DLAR Lab Animal Veterinarian Associate Director will educate University faculty, staff and IACUC members on issues relating to humane and appropriate care and use of animals used in biomedical research. Assist researchers in protocol development and execution. Serve as a mentor for DLAR veterinarians with less experience and training. Provide oversight and operational management of DLAR Programs which may include: Experimental Surgical Unit, Rodent Surgery Program, Quarantine and Sentinel Program, Breeding and Technical Services, Veterinary Services, Necropsy and Histopathology. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Leadership, Training, Microsoft Office, Outlook |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | Yes |
| Preferred Education/Experience | |
| Deadline to Apply | 06/20/2026 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Have you completed a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (DVM or VDM)?
- Yes
- No
- * Please describe your experience supervising, leading, and/or mentoring others
(Open Ended Question)
- * Describe a specific project to which you contributed that impacted organizational improvement.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Describe your leadership philosophy and provide an example of a time when you were especially proactive in carrying out leadership responsibilities.
(Open Ended Question)
- * The nature of the duties of this position require sustained physical effort involving manual skill, lifting over 50 lbs, dexterity, and hand/eye coordination. This will include risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning equipment, or materials; risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, animal pathological specimens, bloodborne/airborne pathogens, recombinant DNA or viral vectors; as well as animal handling (including carcasses) Can you meet these requirements with or without reasonable accommodations?
- Yes
- No
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- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vita
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Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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