University of Michigan - Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine
Application
Details
Posted: 12-Mar-24
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Academia/Research
Occupation:
Veterinarian
Species:
Lab Animal
Required Education:
DVM or equivalent
Internal Number: 246060
The Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine (ULAM), University of Michigan Medical School has an open faculty position for an academically-oriented clinical laboratory animal veterinarian.
The current ULAM clinical faculty consists of 12 clinical faculty veterinarians and 3 pathologists. Together they conduct a vigorous clinical, educational, research and service program that extends campus wide. Areas of research emphasis within the Unit include host-pathogen interactions (microbial pathogenesis and host response to infection), venous endothelial dysfunction, refinement and enrichment effects on experimental variables, analgesic and anesthetic efficacy, and clinical laboratory animal medicine and science. Faculty members have protected time for engagement in independent and collaborative research activities as well as access to multiple internal funding opportunities. Additionally, ULAM has a long history of training veterinary residents in laboratory animal medicine and biomedical research. ULAM has been a leader in laboratory animal medicine and comparative medical research since 1962 and has trained a significant portion of ACLAM Diplomats.
The University of Michigan is ranked nationally in the top ten medical schools for NIH extramural support. It is in Ann Arbor, Michigan, a culturally rich university community. Animal facilities total more than 200,000 square feet in 27 buildings on greater than 32 acres. Research is conducted over a diverse range of scientific areas including medicine, engineering, basic science, and bioinformatics. All five classes of vertebrates are represented in our daily census of over 230,000 animals.
Benefits of working at ULAM include:
A large group of faculty and residents ensures that you can have the work/life balance that you’re looking for – we all support and cover each other!
Faculty have no primary on call duties, but do provide backup call for the residents approximately 4-5 weeks a year
Standard U-M benefits include multiple options for medical insurance, dental, vision, legal services, long-term and short-term disability, and a paid maternity and parental leave for any parent (birth, spouse, adoptive, etc.)
U-M is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Responsibilities*
Provision of clinical and surgical support and coordination of health programs for research animals.
Review of animal use applications
Teaching and mentorship of veterinary residents in the clinical training program.
Engagement in academic scholarly activities including independent and collaborative research.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted via e-mail as a single pdf document including 1) Cover Letter, 2) curriculum vitae and 3) the names (with complete mailing address, phone, and E-mail) of at least three references.
The Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine (ULAM), University of Michigan Medical School has an open faculty position for an academically oriented clinical veterinarian. The successful candidate must have a DVM/VMD degree, be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in at least one state, have advanced training in the veterinary specialty of laboratory animal medicine, and be ACLAM board-certified or be progressing toward ACLAM certification. New or soon-to-be residency program graduates will be competitive for this position and are encouraged to apply.
This position is posted as Clinical Assistant Professor/Clinical Associate Professor /Clinical Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
About University of Michigan - Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine
ULAM is firmly committed to advancing inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and belonging, which are core to the culture and values of the Medical School Office of Research. Our community supports recruiting and cultivating a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and the world. We strive to create a work culture where each team member feels respected, valued, and safe.