Associate Research Veterinarian/Research Veterinarian

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The job details are as follows:

What We Do

We build on the strength of our research and development expertise and a distinctive, entrepreneurial culture that encourages diversity, innovation, creativity, sustainability, and, simply, fun. Since inception, our mission has been to find a cure for pulmonary arterial hypertension and other life-threatening diseases. Toward this goal we have successfully gained FDA approval for five medicines, we are always conducting new clinical trials, and we are working to create an unlimited supply of manufactured organs for transplantation.

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation (PBC). Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through (a) the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and (b) technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. At the same time, we seek to provide our shareholders with superior financial performance and our communities with earth-sensitive energy utilization.

Our company was founded by an entrepreneur whose daughter was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition. She sought to find treatment options and a cure for her daughter and patients like her. We are founder-led, and relentless in our pursuit of “medicines for life”. We continue to research and develop treatments for cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, and other orphan diseases.

Who you are

We are looking for someone to join our dynamic team in a critical role involving the veterinary care of pigs.  The Associate Veterinarian/Research Veterinarian position is a hands-on role that is responsible for performing day-to-day operations at the swine research facility. This involves activities related to routine veterinary care of the USDA covered species, surgical / post-operative care and procedures, disease testing, euthanasia and others. Must be able to maintain animal health and other USDA/FDA related record and be able to follow SOPs.

Minimum Requirements for Associate Research Veterinarian level

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) with  2+ years of experience working in a veterinary practice

• 1+ years of experience providing veterinary care to pigs

• 1+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behavior, collecting samples, administering medications

• Must not have any other interactions with pigs outside of the company

• Physical Demand:

  • Lift 75 lbs to waist level

  • Carry 50 lbs

  • Push/Pull 200 lbs on wheels

Minimum Requirements for Research Veterinarian level

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) with  5+ years of experience working in veterinary practice

• 3+ years of experience providing veterinary care to pigs

• 3+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behavior, collecting samples, administering medications

• Licensed Medical Veterinarian Virginia License to Practice Veterinary Medicine, USDA Level II Accreditation, Eligible for DEA License

• Proficient in surgical skills and able to perform abdominal and general surgery including caesarian section

• Must not have any other interactions with pigs outside of the company

• Physical Demand:

  • Lift 75 lbs to waist level

  • Carry 50 lbs

  • Push/Pull 200 lbs on wheels

Preferred Qualifications for Associate Research Veterinarian

• Licensed Medical Veterinarian Virginia License to Practice Veterinary Medicine, USDA Level II Accreditation, Eligible for DEA License

• Proficient in surgical skills and able to perform abdominal and general surgery including caesarian section

Job Location

This position is located at our Blacksburg, VA facility.

At United Therapeutics, our mission and vision are one. We use our enthusiasm, creativity, and persistence to innovate for the unmet medical needs of our patients and to benefit our other stakeholders. We are bold and unconventional. We have fun, we do good.

Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities

United Therapeutics  Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.