Clinical Veterinarian

Responsibilities

• Provide timely clinical, diagnostic, and veterinary care to a wide range of laboratory animal species
• Oversee preventative medicine and health surveillance programs
• Support investigators in the development and use of appropriate animal models
• Assist with pre-, intra-, and post-operative surgical procedures, including anesthesia and analgesia
• Develop study-specific humane endpoints in collaboration with Principal Investigators and Animal Care Committees
• Maintain and update site-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Participate in Animal Care Committee (ACC) activities, including protocol review and post-approval monitoring
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for veterinary emergencies

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice veterinary medicine in Ontario
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in laboratory animal medicine
• Familiarity with the Animals for Research Act and CCAC guidelines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a service-oriented approach

Preferred Qualifications

• Board certification in laboratory animal medicine or eligibility

Benefits

• Competitive salary range ($129,267 - $161,584 per annum)
• Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Flexible work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and promotion
• Access to transit and UHN shuttle services
• Various corporate discounts including travel, restaurants, and insurance

About the Company

University Health Network (UHN) is Canada’s #1 hospital and a world-leading research institution. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, UHN operates multiple sites, including Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, and supports one of the largest hospital-based research animal programs in the country. Our mission is to build a healthier world through discovery, education, and exceptional patient care.