Clinical Veterinarian

Responsibilities

• Oversee veterinary care and professional services for the Division of Comparative Medicine (DCM)
• Supervise DCM’s surgical facilities and deliver CALAM-aligned surgical services
• Provide investigator consultation, training, and expert protocol/animal-use reviews for Animal Care Committees
• Manage professional administration of the animal care program, including resource allocation and physical plant maintenance
• Champion regulatory excellence by ensuring compliance with provincial and federal standards
• Liaise with regulatory officials and communicate inspection outcomes to investigative staff
• Develop and implement facility-wide biosecurity measures, quality assurance protocols, and SOPs

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with a valid license to practice in Ontario
• Graduate degree and certification (or eligibility for certification) by the American College for Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM)
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in a major university or biotech/pharma animal care program
• Demonstrated expertise in laboratory animal medicine, including clinical care, diagnosis, treatment, and post-mortem procedures
• Proven experience in staff management and supervision, preferably in a unionized environment
• Advanced knowledge of surgical practices, anesthesia, analgesia, and post-operative care for laboratory species
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

About the Company

The Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto is at the center of one of North America’s largest biomedical research, education, and clinical care networks. We offer unparalleled opportunities within a dynamic academic environment that supports thousands of faculty, staff, and learners.