Laboratory Animal Veterinarian

About the role

Under the direction of the Attending veterinarian, this role is focused on supporting a rodent-based research program, providing clinical and scientific expertise within a high-throughput preclinical environment. Veterinary Resources is a valued department within Lilly and this position will have significant access to resources, high visibility, and commensurate opportunities to influence development.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily clinical care and health surveillance for rats and mice in barrier and conventional housing environments
• Oversight of rodent colony health, including sentinel monitoring programs and pathogen exclusion strategies
• Provide guidance on rodent surgical models (e.g., cannulation, tumor implantation, metabolic models)
• Work closely with research scientists in the development and implementation of animal models
• Collaborate with researchers in development of protocols for review by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
• Perform veterinary reviews for Animal Care and Use Protocols
• Monitor and facilitate compliance with all applicable policies and guidelines related to the use of rodents in research
• Assist in the development of training modules and providing specialized training to in vivo users
• Other potential activities include assessment of outsourcing facilities, mentorship of interns and students, and various leadership opportunities

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a DVM or VMD with a minimum of 3 years of experience in Laboratory Animal Medicine
• Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1

Additional Skills/Preferences

• Eligibility to obtain an Indiana Veterinary License and USDA accreditation
• Willingness to relocate to the Indianapolis area
• Demonstrated hands-on clinical and surgical experience with rats and mice in a research setting
• Familiarity with common rodent pathogens, health monitoring programs and biosecurity protocols
• Successful completion of a residency in Laboratory Animal Medicine
• ACLAM Board certification or eligibility
• AAALAC site visit experience
• Expertise in rodent-specific anesthesia, analgesia, and perioperative care

Pay

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $126,000 - $204,600. Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance).

Benefits

• Company-sponsored 401(k)
• Pension
• Vacation benefits
• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• Flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts)
• Life insurance and death benefits
• Certain time off and leave of absence benefits
• Well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities)