Eli Lilly & Co.

Healthcare

LaboratoryAnimalVeterinarian

$126–205k Indianapolis, Indiana, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Laboratory Animal Veterinarian at Eli Lilly & Co.. Skills: Laboratory Animal Medicine, Rodent health surveillance, Animal research protocols. Lead daily clinical care. Lead health surveillance for rats and mice”

Industry & Context.

Healthcare
Eligibility Requirements

Willingness to relocate

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

DVM or VMD, 3 years of experience in Laboratory Animal Medicine

Nice to Have

Eligibility to obtain Indiana Veterinary License, Eligibility to obtain USDA accreditation, Demonstrated hands-on clinical and surgical experience with rats and mice in a research setting, Familiarity with common rodent pathogens, Familiarity with health monitoring programs, Familiarity with biosecurity protocols, Successful completion of a residency in Laboratory Animal Medicine, ACLAM Board certification or eligibility, AAALAC site visit experience, Expertise in rodent-specific anesthesia, Expertise in rodent-specific analgesia, Expertise in rodent-specific perioperative care

What You'll Do.

Lead daily clinical care

Lead health surveillance for rats and mice

Oversight of rodent colony health

Oversight of sentinel monitoring programs

Oversight of pathogen exclusion strategies

Provide guidance on rodent surgical models

Work closely with research scientists

Collaborate with researchers in development of protocols

Perform veterinary reviews for Animal Care and Use

Monitor compliance with policies and guidelines

Facilitate compliance with policies and guidelines

Assist in development of training modules

Provide specialized training to in vivo users

Assessment of outsourcing facilities

Mentorship of interns

Mentorship of students

Leadership opportunities

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with research scientists; Collaborate with researchers

Full Job Description

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. Eli Lilly & Co. is seeking a Clinical Veterinarian in the Department of Nonclinical Safety Assessment within the Division of Veterinary Resources. Under the direction of the Attending veterinarian, this role is focused on supporting a rodent-based research program, providing clinical and scientific expertise within a high-throughput preclinical environment.Veterinary Resources is a valued department within Lilly and this position will have significant access to resources, high visibility, and commensurate opportunities to influence development. **Responsibilities** * Lead daily clinical care and health surveillance for rats and mice in barrier and conventional housing environments * Oversight of rodent colony health, including sentinel monitoring programs and pathogen exclusion strategies * Provide guidance on rodent surgical models (e.g., cannulation, tumor implantation, metabolic models) * Work closely with research scientists in the development and implementation of animal models * Collaborate with researchers in development of protocols for review by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee * Perform veterinary reviews for Animal Care and Use Protocols * Monitor and facilitate compliance with all applicable policies and guidelines related to the use of rodents in research * Assist in the development of training modules and providing specialized training to in vivo users * Other potential activities include assessmen

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