Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Clinical Veterinarian in Sacramento, California. This is a full-time permanent position at a nationally recognized preclinical research center specializing in nonhuman primate (NHP) studies.
We are seeking a Clinical Veterinarian to join a growing research facility that began as a CDC quarantine center and has since evolved into a center of excellence for early discovery biopharmaceutical research. This facility focuses on non-GLP, general therapy, early discovery studies, and model development using nonhuman primates. The work environment is collaborative and flexible, with a team of approximately 35 employees and access to a national network of large animal research sites.
Position Details:
- Job Title: Clinical Veterinarian
- Location: Sacramento, California
- Schedule: Full-Time, Monday to Friday, with on-call rotation
- Employment Type: Permanent
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide veterinary medical, surgical, dental, and imaging services
- Lead care for complex medical cases and consult with study directors on procedures
- Participate in protocol development and preventive medicine programs
- Train and supervise staff on technical procedures and humane animal care
- Maintain regulatory compliance and serve as a resource for IACUC protocols
- Assist in development of animal models and scientific research strategy
- Select animals for research protocols based on study requirements
- Support SOP development related to veterinary and colony health
- Conduct training in husbandry, veterinary care, safety, and emergency protocols
- Provide after-hours emergency veterinary coverage as needed
- Author scientific publications and represent the facility at industry conferences
Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from an accredited institution
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in clinical veterinary medicine
- Willingness to work with nonhuman primates (NHPs); prior NHP experience is a plus
- Active veterinary license in at least one U.S. state
- Must obtain California veterinary license within one year of hire
- For graduates of non-AVMA accredited veterinary schools: ECFVG certification required
- DACLAM certification is a plus, but not required (support provided for exam preparation)
Benefits:
- Continuing education support, including study materials, exam cost reimbursement, and flexible study time
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Travel support to attend scientific and industry conferences
- Access to national network of large animal research collaborators