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Vet Technician

Tarrytown, NY · On-site

$30 - $38/hr

Pursue continuing education in lab animal medicine and managerial/leadership courses. * Prepare and present at one monthly Veterinary Services seminar per year. Essential Skills * Experience in ...

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Clinical Veterinarian II

Beaufort, SC

You'll work outdoors much of the time, caring for healthy, social groups in farm-style colonies--rare in lab animal medicine. * Variety across two complementary sites. * Hampton: closed breeding ...

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Clinical Veterinarian II

Beaufort, SC · On-site

You'll work outdoors much of the time, caring for healthy, social groups in farm-style colonies--rare in lab animal medicine. * Variety across two complementary sites. * Hampton: closed breeding ...

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Clinical Veterinarian II

Harrisburg, PA · On-site

$36K/yr

Experience in lab animal medicine, production, or regulatory environments; ACLAM eligibility; teaching or mentoring experience. Join Us This is more than a job--it's a career-defining opportunity.

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How much do lab animal medicine jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab animal medicine in the United States is $23.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in lab animal medicine, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in lab animal medicine often encounter challenges such as ensuring animal welfare while meeting research goals, managing regulatory compliance, and effectively communicating with research teams. Balancing ethical considerations with scientific requirements requires strong attention to detail and a thorough understanding of animal care protocols. Addressing these challenges involves ongoing education, collaboration with veterinarians, and staying updated on industry regulations to ensure both humane treatment and research integrity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in lab animal medicine, and why are they important?

To thrive in Lab Animal Medicine, you need a solid background in veterinary medicine or animal science, often with specialized training or certification in laboratory animal care. Familiarity with regulatory compliance systems (like IACUC protocols), animal handling equipment, and laboratory information management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, ethical judgment, and strong communication skills help professionals excel in this field. These competencies ensure the humane treatment of animals, regulatory compliance, and the reliability of research outcomes.

What is lab animal medicine?

Lab animal medicine is a specialized branch of veterinary medicine focused on the care, management, and welfare of animals used in scientific research. Professionals in this field ensure the humane treatment of laboratory animals, oversee their health and well-being, and help maintain ethical standards in research environments. They also collaborate with scientists to design and implement protocols that comply with regulatory guidelines and promote animal welfare. Lab animal veterinarians play a key role in advancing medical and scientific knowledge while upholding the highest standards of animal care.
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Infographic showing various Lab Animal Medicine job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,889 per year, or $23 per hour.

LAM Clinical Veterinarian - Mixed Species

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San Diego, CA • On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

LAM Clinical Veterinarian 


Do you want to contribute to Human and Animal Health outcomes through Clinical Practice and Animal Welfare?



We are seeking a Clinical Veterinarian to join our dynamic team supporting lifesaving clinical treatments in laboratory animal medicine! This position works as part of our Animal Clinical Services team. This role will focus on providing veterinary health care for laboratory animals and advice regarding the care and maintenance of laboratory animals. This responsibility extends to promoting animal well-being at all times and during all phases of the animal's life as well as the animal models' compliance monitoring, quality management, and safety. The person in this role must be an excellent communicator, a proactive problem-solver, and excellent follow-through. We seek someone who shows attention to detail, has excellent time management skills, effectively uses time and resources, and has a teamwork mentality and positive attitude.


Our AALAC-accredited GLP facility conducts biomedical research in Ophthalmology, Cell and Gene therapy, Medical Devices, Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic studies.


Responsibilities


On a typical day, the Veterinarian will contribute to the goal of the team by:

  • Assuring timely and accurate reporting of animal health, behavior, and well-being issues to the Attending Veterinarian (AV) and between the Institutional Official (IO) and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
  • Providing veterinary guidance to animal caretakers, managers, scientists, and other stakeholders within the organization on implementing the three Rs.
  • Engendering and supporting a “Culture of Care” within the organization while promoting and demonstrating professional standards.
  • Providing veterinary clinical services, including herd health, biosecurity practices, acclimation, conditioning, sanitation practices, pest control program, adventitious organism prevention, detection, containment, and eradication, as well as surgery, anesthesia, and analgesia as needed.
  • Providing veterinary expertise and guidance for customers and other stakeholders regarding animal transportation, procurement, nutrition, necropsy, behavior, drug storage, preventative medicine, and animal health and welfare.
  • Providing expertise and practical guidance concerning animal health monitoring programs.
  • Contributing veterinary scientific expertise for education and training programs for animal care employees, supervisors, managers, and other organizational stakeholders.
  • Providing veterinary oversite, expertise, and coverage as indicated for the surgical facilities, including developing new surgical models and providing guidance on current best practices in surgical procedures and anesthesia as assigned.
  • Providing input regarding maintaining relevant local, state, and federal veterinary and animal-related regulatory compliance.
  • Promoting and complying with the organization’s quality and health and safety procedures.


Qualifications


To be successful in this role, this position requires that the Veterinarian brings:

  • Veterinary degree
  • Obtaining and maintaining state veterinary licensure, DEA, and federal accreditation (category 2) through continuing education credits
  • Sufficient time in private practice or laboratory animal medicine to gain competency in veterinary herd health, clinical medicine, and surgery skills
  • Experience carrying out audits or inspections preferred
  • Fluent in English, spoken and writing


Offering benefits include:


  • Paid holidays
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Flexible spending account
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time to attend industry-specific conferences to obtain CEU (continuing education units) virtually or in-person
  • State Veterinary Licensing reimbursement
  • DEA license reimbursement 



This role is a full-time permanent, onsite required role.


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