<p>Director/Animal Resource Facility</p> <p>Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job</p> <p>Position Details</p> <p>Get to Know Us!</p> <p>Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. 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In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below.</p> <ul> <li>Work week is 37.5 hrs. </li><li>A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break! </li><li>Holidays - Employees receive 13 Paid Holidays </li><li>Annual and Sick Leave - Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year. ) Employee Leave </li><li>Health Insurance - Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans. </li><li>Educational/Tuition Benefits - Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children. </li><li>Retirement Plans - Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)). </li><li>Life Insurance - Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings. </li><li>Wellness Programs - PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program. </li></ul> <p>We are . . . Marshall!</p> <p>Position Information</p> <p>Position Title Director/Animal Resource Facility Banner Position Number 000782 E-Class NC - Nonclassified - .53 or > Department SOM-Animal Resource Facility - MU9230 Job Description</p> <p>The Division of Animal Resource Facilities (DARF) of Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine (MUSOM) is seeking a highly qualified candidate to be the Director and Attending Veterinarian of DARF. This individual reports to the University Vice President for Research and the Vice Dean for Basic Sciences of MUSOM.</p> <p>The individual will fulfill all aspects of the role of Attending Veterinarian and veterinary care. The Director assists in assuring compliance with all federal laws and guidelines and institutional policies concerning the use of animals in research. The individual will provide oversight and university wide management of Animal Resource Facilities (ARF), the division that provides services for the university wide vertebrate animal research program. The Director works in partnership with the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and the Office of Research Integrity. The Director is responsible for leading a division that administers a high-quality program of service to faculty researchers. This individual develops, implements, and maintains animal care standards and policies to maximize university research.</p> <p>Major duties include:</p> <ul> <li>Responsible for the operational management and administrative direction of the DARF. </li><li>Provides leadership and direction in policy development and implementation for the division. </li><li>Using a thorough knowledge of animal medicine and applicable policies, laws, and regulations, the ARF Director has the authority and accountability to make decisions regarding animal care as well as the personnel and resources that he/she oversees. </li><li>The Director is expected to perform or assign management tasks in an effective manner that furthers the goal of excellence in animal care and use in scientific research and education. </li><li>Ensures appropriate animal care standards and compliance in accordance with federal guidelines to maintain certification of accreditation by AAALAC International and federal regulatory entities such as USDA and the Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare (OLAW). </li><li>Assists with protocol development, prereview and review. </li><li>Serves as attending veterinarian on the University and VA Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) as a voting member. </li><li>Provides advice to the Vice President for Research on issues concerning the use of animals in research. </li><li>Ensures financial integrity in costing of all services, including per diems, in consultation with the Office of Research. </li><li>Provides executive leadership in implementing the mission of animal research services, including animal care, regulatory compliance, research support, teamwork and assuring the safety and well-being of personnel and animals. </li><li>Participates in veterinary support and assistance to investigators in protocol and animal model development, advising them in experimental design regarding animal welfare and adequate veterinary care issues. Understands and adheres to MU's Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. </li><li>Ensures that the staff are trained and evaluated on their knowledge of and adherence to compliance policies and procedures specific to their jobs. </li><li>Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and university regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified. </li><li>Responsible for administering the annual operating budget and ensures appropriate expenditure of all funds allocated for department administration. </li><li>Other responsibilities as deemed necessary for the proper management and delivery of lab animal services to the University </li></ul> <p>Salary Range Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity Salary Type Salary Time Type Full-Time Work Location MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.</p> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <p>Education</p> <ul> <li>The successful candidate must have a Veterinary Medical Degree from an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited or approved veterinary medical college or school or have passed the Foreign Veterinarian Equivalency Examination. </li><li>Board certification by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) or equivalent training and experience with board certification in another related field will be considered. </li><li>A current license to practice veterinary medicine in at least one US state and eligible for licensure in the State of West Virginia. </li></ul> <p>Experience</p> <ul> <li>Five (5) years of experience in laboratory animal medicine working in a research university or institution is required, and three to five (3-5) years successful administrative experience either directing a facility or a significant component of an animal research program. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <p>Education</p> <ul> <li>Post DVM graduate degree(s) MS or PhD are desirable in addition to board certification. </li></ul> <p>Experience</p> <ul> <li>USDA accreditation is desired. </li></ul> <p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Posting Number MU1090E Open Date 10/23/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary</p> <p>Supplemental Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Do you meet the qualifications of the position as outlined below? The successful candidate must have a Veterinary Medical Degree from an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited or approved veterinary medical college or school or have passed the Foreign Veterinarian Equivalency Examination. Board certification by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) or equivalent training and experience with board certification in another related field will be considered. </li></ul> </li><li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>CV or Resume </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <p>Marshall University</p> <p>One John Marshall Drive</p> <p>Huntington, WV 25755</p> <p>Copyright 2020 Marshall University | An Equal Opportunity University | Accreditation | Consumer Information and Disclosures</p>