Job Description

Labcorp Drug Development, the world's most comprehensive drug development company, dedicated to improving healthcare and improving lives. Our unique perspectives, built from decades of scientific expertise and precision delivery of the largest volume of drug development data in the world, along with our innovative technology solutions, help our clients identify new approaches and anticipate tomorrow's challenges as they evolve.


At Labcorp, we offer opportunities to work on diverse, challenging projects with bright, interesting colleagues while building a flexible and rewarding career. We put our trust in science and in one another. This is your chance to become part of a team that helps to bring the miracles of medicine to market sooner, as Labcorp Drug Development has helped pharmaceutical and biotech companies develop one-third of all prescription medicines on the market today.


Labcorp Drug Development is currently seeking a Clinical Veterinarian to join their team. At our Harrogate, UK facility, there are openings for Veterinarians of all levels. Reporting to the Associate Director / Site Lead Veterinarian, the incumbent will provide veterinary health care for laboratory animals, give advice regarding the care and maintenance of laboratory animals, and provide training for technicians.


The Harrogate location is our largest pre-clinical site in the UK. The site is in a central location within walking distance of the town centre and close to all public transport, which includes train station and bus stops (providing quick access to Leeds, York and Manchester). It's a historic and quaint town that boasts itself as the go-to destination for relaxation and indulgence, synonymous with quality shopping and afternoon tea. The Spa history continues to shape the town with several superb spas, including the original Turkish Baths in the iconic Royal Baths building in the centre of town.

Additional key responsibilities include;

Provide laboratory animal medical and surgical care by examination, treatment and advice to ensure adequate and humane veterinary support, with minimal supervision/mentoring. Assist supervisor to ensure that company policies and practices regarding animal care and welfare are in compliance with relevant regulations. Assist in training of staff including, where applicable, annual externship program. Serve on the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, as needed. Performs physical examinations of laboratory animals as indicated in protocols and SOP. Performs ophthalmic or other veterinary examinations on laboratory animals. Report all animal care concerns and become involved in the resolution and appropriate corrective action, when necessary. Participates in client conference calls and visits. Manages projects and complex cases independently. Develops skills related to client-requested veterinary procedures (e.g., skin biopsies, bone marrow samples, CSF collection, anesthesia techniques). Mentors veterinarian I and veterinary and animal operations staff. Learn to provide scientific expertise on animal health, biology, physiology, and research methodology to staff scientists and technicians.

Education:

Graduate of RCVS accredited veterinary school or equivalent.

Experience:

3 years of veterinary clinical experience preferred. For UK positions: membership in the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Knowledge of small and large animals used in research. Must be able to work in a laboratory setting with laboratory animals.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

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