People, Person, Adult, Female, Woman, Male, Man, Graduation, Glasses, Face

Associate Director & Clinical Veterinarian

  • 511261
  • Fort Worth, Texas, United States
  • Staff

Title: Associate Director & Clinical Veterinarian

Employee Classification: Assoc Dir & Clinical Vet

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation

Department: HSC-Laboratory Animal Medicine-390010

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: 175000

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Department of Laboratory Animal Medicine (DLAM) is committed to providing UNTHSC faculty, staff, students and other partners with high quality, cost-effective research bio-resources. DLAM has a dedicated and experienced staff that contributes to the HSC’s exemplary program of animal care and use. DLAM provides veterinary and personnel training and expertise in laboratory animal medicine and technology.

DLAM is dedicated to support the University’s research and teaching goals, to promote and assure humane care and use of animals through compliance with the Animal Welfare Act, Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare, Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) International and University policies for the humane care and use of animals.

DLAM advises and educates researchers, staff, students and other professionals on animal experimentation issues and promotes best practices for the responsible use of animals.

Our primary concern is the welfare of the animals used in the facility. We maintain vigilance in ensuring that the animals experience proper care and handling with minimal discomfort or pain, as well as live in an enriching environment. We adopt and abide by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine’s Position Statement regarding animal experimentation.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas Health Science Center (HSC) is seeking a highly skilled and collaborative Associate Director & Clinical Veterinarian to join the Department of Laboratory Animal Medicine (DLAM). This position offers a unique leadership opportunity to contribute to HSC’s expanding research mission while ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare, regulatory compliance, and veterinary care.

Reporting to the Executive Director and Attending Veterinarian, the Associate Director & Clinical Veterinarian will provide clinical and surgical support for research animals, offer guidance in animal model development, and play a key role in programmatic planning and staff training. This is a full-time position with the possible opportunity for faculty appointment, depending on qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications

DVM or VMD from an AVMA-accredited institution, ACLAM board certification or board eligibility required, and 3 years of experience in laboratory animal medicine, including surgical and clinical support in an academic or biomedical research setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

(S) Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
(A) Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
(A) Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
(A) Ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or
assemble very small objects.
(A) Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
(K) Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
(S) Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
(A) Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
(K) Knowledge of, or ability to learn, policies, procedures, and guidelines established by professional organizations and/or governing agencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from an AVMA-accredited institution.
• ACLAM board certification or board-eligibility required.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in laboratory animal medicine, including surgical and clinical support in an academic or biomedical research setting.
• Strong knowledge of applicable regulations (OLAW, USDA, AAALAC, IACUC policies).
• Experience with a variety of laboratory animal species; large animal experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration, mentoring, and fostering a culture of compliance and compassion.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• Licensed Veterinarian by the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners. Provisional license is accepted at the time of hire; however, Veterinary License by the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• ACLAM board certification or board-eligibility required.

Job Duties:

  • Provide comprehensive veterinary care for a diverse research animal population, including rodents, rabbits, and large animals. 
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in anesthesia, analgesia, surgical support, and animal model development.
  • Assist with IACUC activities, including protocol review, semiannual inspections, and compliance oversight. Serve as a voting or alternate member.
  • Collaborate with investigators to ensure sound experimental design, humane practices, and regulatory alignment. 
  • Participate in training and mentoring of veterinary staff, lab animal technicians, and research personnel in animal handling, minor surgical procedures, and diagnostic techniques. 
  • Support biosafety and controlled substance protocols and maintain appropriate documentation. 
  • Contribute to strategic planning, policy development, and continuous improvement of the animal care program. 
  • Participate in on-call coverage for after-hours and weekend veterinary care.
  • Assist with IBC activities, including protocol review, facility inspections, and compliance oversight. Serve as a voting or alternate member of the IBC. 
  • Other duties as assigned. 

Work Schedule:

8am-5pm M-F with rotating weekends on call

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

 

Apply for This Job

Not You?

Thank you

Sign Up for Job Alerts

Not You?

Thank you

Want to Share This Job?

Not You?

Thank you

Recommended Jobs

Risk & Emergency Management Coordinator

DAL-Office of the President University of North Texas - Dallas 511762 Dallas Texas United States Dallas, Texas DAL-Office of the President Compliance, Risk Management Staff
This position reports to the Chief Compliance Officer and is part of the Office of Compliance and Integrity. The Risk and Emergency Management Coordinator is responsible for emergency management campus wide and is responsible for leading the unive...

Laboratory Assistant

HSC-Provost & Exec VP University of North Texas - Health Science Center 511730 Fort Worth Texas United States Fort Worth, Texas HSC-Provost & Exec VP Research Support - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory Staff
This position will conduct in vitro experiments, perform molecular and biochemistry studies, oversee genotyping and support the maintenance of breeding colonies for transgenic animals, conduct in vivo experiments including behavior tests, and invo...

Plumbing Foreman

HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt University of North Texas - Health Science Center 511749 Fort Worth Texas United States Fort Worth, Texas HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt Facilities/Construction Management, Facilities/Maintenance/Custodial Staff
The Facilities Department at the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth is seeking to hire a plumbing foreman to join our team. This position is responsible for supervising or performing the installation ,maintenance, and re...

Student Accounting Administrator

UNT-Enrollment Management University of North Texas 511753 Denton Texas United States Denton, Texas UNT-Enrollment Management Student Services/Student Affairs Staff
The Student Accounting Administrator serves as student support for essential functions related to student account maintenance, employee and student tuition benefit programs, sponsored student/program billing, third party contracts, waivers, and ex...

HRIS – Application Support Assistant (Non-Student Hourly)

SYS-Human Resources University of North Texas - System Administration 511752 Denton Texas United States Denton, Texas SYS-Human Resources Human Resources Hourly
The HRIS team of the Human Resources Department within the University of North Texas System Administration is seeking a detail-oriented HRIS Application Support Assistant. This position supports the team by handling administrative tasks, managing ...