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  • Part time administrative assistant, Ithaca, N.Y., Cornell University
    Located in Ithaca, N.Y., Cornell University is a bold, innovative, inclusive and dynamic teaching and research university where staff, faculty, and students alike are challenged to make an enduring contribution to the betterment of humanity. The College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a part-time administrative assistant to support a professor whose professional duties focus on graduate studies and professional development. This position will require 16-19 hr/week but, provision will be made for flexible time depending on the employer’s. Responsibilities include: * Typing of grant applications, progress reports and other written correspondence * Transcription * Maintaining records and files * Scheduling travel and reimbursement for professional staff and consultants * Assisting the student coordinator with administrative duties for a multifaceted summer program for veterinary students * Formal training beyond High School Diploma of 6 months to 1 year with 1-2 years administrative or related experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Word processing skills (Excel and Microsoft Word) and typing accuracy are required. Ability to transcribe audiotapes. Must possess excellent organizational skills, ability to work in a team environment and be self motivated. Familiarity with biomedical terminology is desirable. Web page experience is preferred. Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer. Apply
  • Veterinary Medical Director, VCA Tanglewilde Animal Hospital, Olympia, WA
    VCA Tanglewilde Animal Hospital is seeking a qualified Veterinarian to join 2-doctor practice in Olympia, Washington as Medical Director. Their AAHA-accredited, long-established animal hospital, have strong veterinary and paraprofessional team along with a loyal clientele, plus a remodel is planned for the facility. The Medical Director mentors the veterinary and technical staff and oversees the medical standards and profitable operations of the practice, in addition to educating clients on and striving to deliver the highest quality surgical, medical, dental and nutritional diagnostics, treatment, and preventative care to companion animals. Duties and Responsibilities: Oversee the hiring, reviewing, disciplining and terminating of professional staff, in accordance with and with the approval of the Regional Medical Director or Group Vice President; Direct and develop the veterinary, technical and administrative staff towards the goal of quality patient care and excellent client service; Stay up-to-date with new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine, complete at least 30 hours of accredited CE per calendar year and fulfill VCA requirements for attending local VCA Continuing Education meetings; perform physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures in a way that will deliver the highest quality care; Develop a rapport with clients and determine their needs and wishes; Supervise the administration and case review of client medical complaints; Explain physical examination findings and communicate to the client a diagnosis of the pet’s problems; Positively represent the hospital and VCA in the professional community and to the general public; educate clients on preventative health care, including vaccines and appropriate nutritional products. Requirements: A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university; The ability to make decisions, delegate responsibility and achieve results with hospital team members; Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially to a diverse range of audiences and settings; Licensed in good standing to practice in the state in which applicant is to be employed; Respect for and willingness to work with clients and their pets; Professional comportment and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a friendly, positive attitude; A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics, and to promoting attendance of continuing education events by both the Medical Director and Associate Veterinarians. Benefits: Life and Long-Term Disability Coverage; Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage; Continuing Education allowance; 401(k) retirement savings plan; Professional Liability Coverage. APPLY ONLINE
  • Veterinary Technician Job at Anchorage, Alaska
    Veterinary technician position in 24 hour emergency and critical care facility in Anchorage. We are seeking staff members with experience that have great work ethics, communicate to work with a team, are self motivated, truly care about their patients, are self motivated and passionate about their profession. Our veterinarians rely heavily on the techs to assist them allowing techs to utilize their skills to the fullest. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for the outdoor enthusiast offering quality medicine in one of the most unique and beautiful natural settings anywhere. Join an exciting AAHA team in a great learning environment. We have Idexx in house blood analyzers, I-Stat machine, x-ray and hope to go digital, flexible and rigid endoscopy, many monitoring devices, a blood bank, and are paperless. Continuing education promoted. Anchorage is the largest city in Alaska. If this fits you and you love the outdoors, 4 seasons, and still enjoy the attractions of a city, this is the place for you. We offer a competitive wage and great benefits including medical insurance, dental insurance, SIMPLE retirement plan, pet health care package, and uniform allowance. Apply Now
  • Scientist I Job in Ford Dodge Iowa, Wyeth
    At Fort Dodge Animal Health, a division of Wyeth, we are dedicated to our vision of leading the way to a healthier world for animals. Recognized for our breakthroughs in veterinary medicine and innovative product development, our reputation in the animal-care industry precedes us. More than 3,500 employees keep our reputation strong by bringing us a full range of talent.Please Read Carefully. Wyeth and all of its divisions is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Wyeth via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Wyeth in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Wyeth, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Wyeth as a result of the referral or through other means. Note: Any search agreement entered into prior with Wyeth to January 2004 is hereinafter void. Search firms are essential to the recruitment and staffing efforts at Wyeth and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. For this reason, Wyeth has established and regularly maintains a preferred vendor list. Please note that even preferred vendors need to have a written search agreement signed by the Vice President, Strategic Staffing at Wyeth in place for the specific position in order for a fee to be paid for any candidate referrals. Position Overview · Conduct experiments in molecular biology and animal studies to develop new generation vaccines. · Perform cell cultures, plaque purification, virus titration, PCR testing, serum neutralization, IFA and Western blots. · Maintain organized laboratory notebooks and records. Basic Qualifications · B.S. degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Biology or related field required. · Good knowledge in animal science, recombinant DNA technology, virology, immunology and cell biology. 0-5 years post-graduate work experience preferred. · Good oral and written communication skills are required. · Good computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel. Fort Dodge Animal Health, a division of Wyeth, offers competitive compensation and benefits programs, including child-care subsidies, business casual attire, educational assistance and professional development programs. Please forward your resume with salary requirements and job reference code to the address below. For more information, visit our website at http://www.wyeth.com Apply
  • Senior Scientist – Pathology, Cambridge, Massachusetts
    The principle function of this position is to define the biologic effects of novel xenobiotics in normal laboratory animals. This will include the design, conduct, interpretation, and reporting of non-clinical studies of the safety (toxicity) and toxicokinetics / pharmacodynamics of compounds in discovery and development stages. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Studies may involve development or use of in vitro test systems or animal models including genetically modified animals to evaluate biological responses. Creativity and innovation in the application of biological sciences to solve toxicology and side effect issues. Ability to lead a cross functional team in addressing the challenges of determining the biological effects of target modulation or unintended consequences of xenobiotic administration. Preferred Qualifications: Requires board certification as an anatomic or clinical veterinary pathologist, preferably with a Ph.D. and 1-2 years toxicology or related experience. Must have strong background in molecular biology, toxicology, pharmacology and/or biochemistry. Familiar with the application of in vitro or animal models in determining the biological consequence of modulation of a molecular target or administration of xenobiotics. Experience in designing, conducting, and reporting studies with an understanding of the strategic applications of findings. Experienced with Microsoft Office applications. Must possess leadership and communication skills and be a team player with the ability to work independently to resolve issues. Basic Qualifications: Requires board certification as an anatomic or clinical veterinary pathologist. Apply