The primary responsibility of this position will be to provide diagnostic pathology support to cases routinely submitted to the UMN VDL, and deliver comprehensive diagnostic case information in a concise and well-organized manner to livestock producers, practicing veterinarians, and other animal health professionals. The successful candidate is expected to develop close relationships with food animal veterinarians (i.e swine, ruminant, poultry) and producers using their skills and ongoing training to maintain and improve the health of their herds. Expected service duties range from assistance with routine disease/health monitoring to in-depth case investigations. The ability to interact, communicate, and collaborate with practicing veterinarians and other stakeholders in animal agriculture is essential. While the emphasis of this position is to primarily support food animal cases, it is expected that the candidate will also serve as a back-up for other services such as avian, wildlife, or companion animal pathology or biopsy services. For more information, or to apply, visit: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/364508
Training Required:
DVM or equivalent degree; At least two years of experience in food animal diagnostics (i.e., bovine and swine primarily); Experience and ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people and excellent communication skills
Experience Desired:
Board certification or eligibility by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or European College of Veterinary Pathologists (ECVP); MS or PhD or equivalent degree in Veterinary Pathology, Disease Diagnostics, Veterinary Microbiology, Virology, Population Animal Health, or other related veterinary fields; Livestock and poultry field investigative experience (e.g. industry, regulatory or academic field experience); Working knowledge and experience with production animal medicine; Experience in teaching veterinary students and/or veterinary pathology residents, graduate students and other trainees; Pathology training and working experience in a veterinary diagnostic laboratory; Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the State of Minnesota
Salary:
Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Benefits:
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off; Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program; Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans; Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts; University HSA contributions; Disability and employer-paid life insurance; Employee wellbeing program; Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution; Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity; Financial counseling services; Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost; Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area. Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits. https://hr.umn.edu/Jobs/Applicant-Center/About-Working-U/Benefits-Working-U-M
Species Percentages:
Beef:
20
Dairy:
35
Swine:
25
Small Ruminants:
5
Equine:
0
Poultry:
5
Exotics:
0
Small Animals:
0
Environment:
Facilities provided by the veterinary practice:
https://vdl.umn.edu/
Other Personnel :
https://vdl.umn.edu/
Practice strengths and emphasis of the business:
The UMN VDL is an AAVLD-accredited, full-service laboratory that serves veterinarians, scientists, educators, companion animal owners, and the livestock and poultry industry by identifying and monitoring emerging diseases and developing new diagnostic methods. The UMN VDL is also the
official laboratory for the Minnesota Board of Animal Health (MBAH).
Practice Area:
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students, faculty and staff on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
