A Clinical Veterinarian is needed for our facility located in Yemassee, South Carolina. Major responsibilities include the provision of hands-on clinical care for a large colony of old and new world primates and participation as needed in medical research that may include neurological, obstetric, or ophthalmic surgical procedures. The Clinical Veterinarian will perform veterinary exams, surgical diagnostic tests, and maintain the health of the colony. The Clinical Veterinarian will supervise several staff as well as work alongside other staff veterinarians. The position will provide oversight and leadership for veterinary and research personnel. Good written and oral communication skills are needed as the Clinical Veterinarian may be called on to participate in client services and communications, review and draft standard veterinary operating procedures and to review grant and contract applications.
Qualifications/Experience:
* DVM/VMD degree from accredited institution required
* Eligibility and ability to obtain South Carolina state veterinary license
* Laboratory primate experience highly desired
* Good oral and written communication skills
* Computer skills (Access, Word, Excel)
* 3 years or more years of experience preferred, however newly graduated Veterinarians are welcome to apply
Salary/funding: Salary will be dependent upon experience and qualifications. Starting salary of $175,000.
ALPHA GENESIS, INC. MISSION STATEMENT
Establish Alpha Genesis, Inc. (AGI) as the world’s premier provider of the finest nonhuman primate products and services while maintaining our uncompromising principles as we grow.
The following seven guiding principles will help us measure the appropriateness of our decisions:
•Provide the highest standards of care for all animals that we are privileged to maintain.
•Provide a great work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity.
•Embrace diversity as an essential component in the way we do business.
•Apply the highest standards of excellence to the delivery of our products and services.
•Develop enthusiastically satisfied customers all of the time.
•Contribute positively to our communities and to our environment.
•Recognize that profitability is essential to our future success.