Director, Laboratory Animal Services, Lexington, Kentucky

Created 05/07/2024
Reference 240570004
Country United States
State Kentucky
City Lexington
Zip 40502
Salary -

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details
Posting Details

Job TitleDirector, Laboratory Animal ServicesRequisition NumberRE45239Working TitleDirector DLARDepartment Name40832:Laboratory Animal ResourcesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level00Salary RangeType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
DVM
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
10 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
KY Veterinarian License, or eligible to be licensed within 6 months of hire, and Category II United States Department of Agriculture ( USDA) Certification, or eligible to obtain accreditation within six months of hire
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time; lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs on occasion; must be able to walk to and from the various animal facilities.
Shift
Monday – Friday; 7:30am – 5:00pm; Weekends ( PRN); On-call; Holidays and as needed.
Job Summary
The Division of Laboratory Animal Resources at the University of Kentucky (UK) is an AAALAC accredited centralized Core Research Service Center that provides animal care and animal research facilities and support for five colleges of the UK Medical Center. Responsibilities include directing and supervising the efficient and compliant operation of the laboratory animal care and use program of the Division of Laboratory Animal Resources; and is responsible for the fiscal operations and management of the DLAR budget. In addition, the Director works with the IACUC, Office of the Attending Veterinarian, and other UK administrators, faculty and staff to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and policies related to humane care and use of animals for research, teaching and testing.

There is an internal employee being considered for this position ( IEBC).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/Experience
Specialty Certification: DACLAM Certification; Experience in: managing animal core unit, cost accounting standards, Cost Analysis and Rate Setting Manual and budget development.
Deadline to Apply05/20/2024University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.


Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the Commonwealth of Kentucky or are you eligible to be licensed in the Commonwealth of Kentucky within six months of hire?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a Category II Accreditation from the National Veterinary Accreditation Program of the USDA or are you eligible to obtain accreditation within six months of hire?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
    • Latinosinhighered.com
    • Indeed.com
    • ACLAM (American College of Veterinary Internal Medical Colleges)
    • ASLAP (American Society of Laboratory Animal Practitioners)
    • AALAS (American Association for Laboratory Animal Science)
    • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
    • Other Job Board

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Curriculum Vita
  2. Cover Letter








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