Clinical Veterinarian, Breeding and Colony Health

Safer Human Medicine is looking for a Clinical Veterinarian to support the health and welfare of our animals in LaBelle, Florida. If you are passionate about NHP breeding medicine, reproductive and neonatal care, building a supportive and positive culture, and partnering closely with clients and colleagues to deliver exceptional animal welfare, we want to talk to you.

Position Summary:

This is a hands-on clinical role responsible for the day-to-day veterinary care of our breeding colony, with a strong emphasis on reproductive health, pregnancy management, nursery operations, and neonatal and maternal care. Reporting to the Attending Veterinarian, this role helps Safer Human Medicine achieve its animal welfare, organizational, and business objectives by keeping our colony healthy, productive, and thriving.

Responsibilities:

Veterinary and Clinical Care

Provides daily medical, surgical, and preventive care for colony animals to ensure humane, high-quality veterinary support
Performs physical exams, diagnostics, and treatment of sick or injured animals across all life stages
Implements and maintains preventive health programs, disease surveillance, and biosecurity for the colony
Administers anesthesia and analgesia and performs surgical and postsurgical care
Participates in the 24/7 on call rotation and provides after hours and emergency coverage as needed

Reproductive and Colony Health

Manages reproductive health of the breeding colony, including ovulation and pregnancy detection, gestational tracking, and prenatal monitoring
Monitors dams through pregnancy and parturition and intervenes appropriately in cases of dystocia or pregnancy complications
Partners with colony managers and behaviorists to support breeding group formation, pedigree management, and breeding performance
Tracks colony health and reproductive metrics and drives continuous improvement to enhance welfare and productivity

Nursery, Neonatal, and Maternal Care

Provides clinical oversight of the nursery and neonatal care program, including monitoring of newborn health, growth, and development
Develops and refines nursery, neonatal, and rearing protocols in collaboration with the behavior team

Regulatory and Compliance Support

Supports the Attending Veterinarian in maintaining regulatory compliance, including USDA, CDC, and DEA requirements
Helps develop and maintain veterinary SOPs and supports inspection readiness and findings resolution
Partners with IACUC to proactively identify and resolve issues
Ensures controlled substances are properly secured and documented

Client and Cross-functional Collaboration

Partners with client counterparts to proactively address issues and take ownership of corrective actions
Collaborates across veterinary, behavior, husbandry, and operations teams to deliver win/win outcomes and high client satisfaction

Leadership and Team Development

Provides technical guidance, training, and mentorship to veterinary technicians and animal care staff
Helps attract, develop, and retain talent with a focus on growth
Promote active and open discussions and feedback to promote decision-making that yields the best outcomes for our animals, our employees, and our clients

People and Values

Promotes a Culture of Care and Safety First
Contributes to company wide animal welfare training and a strong learning culture
Represents SHM in community involvement and industry events and helps share our accomplishments and scientific advances in animal welfare

Experience / Qualifications:

DVM/VMD from an accredited veterinary school
Eligible to obtain veterinary licensure and USDA accreditation for the state
Experience with NHP medicine strongly preferred; a genuine desire to work with NHPs is essential
Experience with NHP breeding, reproductive management, nursery, and neonatal or maternal care is highly desired
Hands on clinical and surgical experience, including anesthesia and analgesia
Experience drafting SOPs and training materials
Experience working with clients
ACLAM board certification or eligibility is a plus but not required
Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills

** Applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet all requirements. This position may be adjusted based on an equivalent combination of knowledge and experience. **

Relocation and Benefits:

Relocation assistance is available for this position. Student loan reimbursement assistance is also available. Safer Human Medicine offers a comprehensive benefits package beginning on day one of employment.

Location and Travel:

This position resides at our site in LaBelle, Florida. Some domestic travel is required, as well as limited international travel.

Safer Human Medicine Commitment:

Safer Human Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, nationality, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Safer Human Medicine is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Action. We believe in providing a safe working environment where everyone can be themselves, grow in their careers, contribute to the community, and play an important part in developing cures for diseases and improving quality of life.

Pay: $125,000.00 - $225,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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