Assistant University Veterinarian
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Company Description The University of Calgary is a leading Canadian research university located in Calgary, Alberta, a dynamic and enterprising city. It offers innovative learning experiences that encourage self-discovery, critical thinking, and practical skill development. The institution is committed to bold research discoveries and fostering strong, lifelong connections among students, staff, and the wider community. As an employer, the University of Calgary provides a collaborative environment where individuals can grow their careers while contributing to meaningful academic and community initiatives.
Role Description The Assistant University Veterinarian is a full-time, on-site role based in Calgary, AB, supporting the health and welfare of animals used in teaching and research. This position works closely with principal investigators, animal care staff, and ethics committees to ensure compliance with institutional, provincial, and national animal care standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing clinical examinations, diagnosing and treating animal health concerns, overseeing preventive medicine programs, and assisting with protocol reviews and veterinary consultations. The role also involves training and advising faculty, staff, and learners in humane animal handling, procedural techniques, and best practices for animal care. The Assistant University Veterinarian contributes to continuous improvement of animal care facilities, participates in emergency response for animal health issues, and supports documentation and record-keeping related to animal use and compliance.
Qualifications
Role Description The Assistant University Veterinarian is a full-time, on-site role based in Calgary, AB, supporting the health and welfare of animals used in teaching and research. This position works closely with principal investigators, animal care staff, and ethics committees to ensure compliance with institutional, provincial, and national animal care standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing clinical examinations, diagnosing and treating animal health concerns, overseeing preventive medicine programs, and assisting with protocol reviews and veterinary consultations. The role also involves training and advising faculty, staff, and learners in humane animal handling, procedural techniques, and best practices for animal care. The Assistant University Veterinarian contributes to continuous improvement of animal care facilities, participates in emergency response for animal health issues, and supports documentation and record-keeping related to animal use and compliance.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) from an accredited institution and eligibility for licensure in Alberta.
- Experience with laboratory, teaching, or research animals, including familiarity with species commonly used in academic settings.
- Knowledge of animal welfare regulations, institutional animal care policies, and ethical considerations in research and teaching.
- Strong clinical skills in diagnosis, treatment, and preventive medicine, with attention to animal wellbeing and safety.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with investigators, technical staff, and learners from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to provide training, guidance, and mentorship in animal handling, procedures, and compliance requirements.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills, including maintaining accurate medical records and supporting regulatory reporting.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in interdisciplinary teams within a university or similar environment.
- Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and respectful workplace practices.
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Responsibilities
Provide veterinary care for animals used in teaching and research, including clinical examinations, diagnosis and treatment, preventive medicine, and emergency response. Support animal care compliance through protocol reviews, consultations, training, facility improvement, and accurate documentation.
Requirements
Requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent from an accredited institution and eligibility for licensure in Alberta, along with experience caring for laboratory, teaching, or research animals. Candidates need strong clinical, animal welfare, communication, training, organizational, and documentation skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Skills
- Veterinary Clinical Examination
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Preventive Medicine
- Laboratory Animal Care
- Animal Welfare Compliance
- Animal Protocol Review
- Veterinary Consultation
- Humane Animal Handling
- Procedural Training
- Animal Health and Welfare
- Emergency Response
- Medical Record-Keeping
- Regulatory Reporting
- Communication
- Mentorship
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
- Education
Keywords
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
- Veterinary Licensure
- Laboratory Animals
- Teaching Animals
- Research Animals
- Animal Welfare
- Animal Care Standards
- Animal Care Policies
- Clinical Examinations
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Preventive Medicine
- Animal Protocol Reviews
- Veterinary Consultations
- Humane Animal Handling
- Procedural Techniques
- Animal Care Facilities
- Emergency Response
- Medical Records
- Regulatory Reporting
- Ethical Research
- Institutional Compliance
- Provincial Regulations
- National Animal Care Standards
- Training and Mentorship
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion