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Clinical Veterinarian in Comparative Medicine

The Institute of Comparative Medicine at Columbia University (CU) is seeking highly motivated veterinarians with at least one year experience in practice. Comparative Medicine is the field that studies biology and pathology of all species, including humans. ICM veterinarians are an integral and highly regarded component of the biomedical research team at Columbia University.
You would work closely with residents and veterinary and medical specialists, as part of a multi-doctor team managing several species in a biomedical environment. ICM's role is multi-disciplinary and encompasses veterinary care, resident and researcher training, teaching, research and provision of regulatory advice.
ICM offers a competitive salary and benefits package including 5 weeks vacation, subsidized housing, a family medical and dental program, and tuition reduction for qualifying children of senior staff. General information about salaries is available at http://www.aclam.org/PDF/2005SalarySurveyFinal.pdf .
The successful candidate will:
  • have clinical experience
  • have excellent interpersonal skills
  • have a DVM (or equivalent) degree from an accredited school of veterinary medicine
  • be eligible and willing to obtain a NY State Veterinary License
Preference will be given to candidates who have completed residencies or certification in a veterinary specialty.
An academic appointment is available for suitably qualified personnel, and the successful candidate will be expected to take advantage of the opportunities for independent or collaborative research and teaching.
Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact details of 3 references to:

Thomas Martin, DVM, PhD, MBA, DACLAM, Dipl Vet Path
Director, The Institute of Comparative Medicine
Room 1810, The William Black Building
650 W 168 St BB-1810
New York, NY 10032

Chief of Comparative Clinical Services in Comparative Medicine

Columbia University (CU) is seeking a highly motivated veterinarian interested in managing a multi-doctor staff in an AAALAC accredited program, responsible for multiple animal facilities with a diverse animal population. The senior position of Chief of Comparative Clinical Services (CCCS) will report to the Associate Director of ICM and will direct a team of 6 or more veterinarians to manage the extensive surgical and medical components of ICM.
The successful candidate will:
  • possess excellent interpersonal, organizational and managerial skills
  • have experience with anesthesia and surgery
  • have a DVM (or equivalent) degree from an accredited school of veterinary medicine
  • be eligible for a NY State Veterinary License
  • be board eligible or certified in a veterinary specialty
An academic appointment is available for suitably qualified personnel, and the successful candidate will be expected to take advantage of the opportunities for independent or collaborative research and teaching.
The salary and benefits package is competitive and includes 5 weeks vacation, subsidized housing, a family medical and dental program, and tuition reduction for qualifying children of senior staff, at Columbia and other Universities.
Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact details of 3 references to:

Thomas Martin, DVM, PhD, MBA, DACLAM, Dipl Vet Path
Director, The Institute of Comparative Medicine
Room 1810, The William Black Building
650 W 168 St BB-1810
New York, NY 10032