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Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at VMRCVM. To apply for one of the positions below, click on the job title and you will be re-directed to the Virginia Tech application website. For questions about any of the open positions or assistance with the application process, please contact:

  • April Hylton, Director of Human Resources
    (540) 231-8684
    aghylton@vt.edu
  • Lynett Cruise, Human Resources Generalist
    (540) 231-4206
    lcruise@vt.edu

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Open Positions at VMRCVM

Weekend Nursing Supervisor

Weekend Nursing Supervisor needed at the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine's Equine Medical Center, located in Leesburg, Virginia. This position provides excellent care for equine patients through direction and delivery of the following: administration of medications and treatments, specimen collection, monitoring vital signs, record keeping and assisting in the preparation and performance of special and emergency procedures.
Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:00:00 EST

Anesthesia Technician

The Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Anesthesia Technician in the Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital. Under the supervision of the anesthesiologist, assists in the acquisition, preparation and application of equipment and supplies required for the administration of anesthesia for both large and small animals. Provides support in anesthesia for routine and complex cases by preparing and maintaining patient monitoring devices and anesthesia delivery systems. Assists in other areas of the hospital as directed by supervisor.
Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:00:00 EST

Radiologic Technologist

The Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Radiologic Technologist in the Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital. This position performs routine and complex procedures in Diagnostic Imaging to produce high quality images of anatomical structures for interpretation by the Radiologist. Adheres to and enforces mandatory radiation safety measures in all areas. Participates in equipment maintenance program. Reviews and evaluates radiographic, CT and MRI images to determine if satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. Instructs senior veterinary students in radiation safety, correct imaging positioning and technique. Performs related clerical duties. Required to work variable schedule and take after-hours call.
Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:00:00 EST

Fiscal Assistant

The Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center seeks qualified candidates for the position of Fiscal Assistant. This position provides fiscal and administrative support to Patient Services and Patient Accounts. Assists with communications for the hospital to include the main switchboard, admissions office and reception area. Schedules personnel for coverage in all the departments to assure communication between clients, referring veterinarians and hospital personnel are uninterrupted during hours of operation and after-hours communications with our answering service function. Maintains patient medical records and generates statistical hospital reports.
Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:00:00 EST

Storekeeper

Seeking qualified candidates for the Storekeeper position in the Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital. This position stocks, delivers, and retrieves exchange carts, receives packages delivered by carriers, checks in merchandise and stocks shelves, issues merchandise from inventory, performs day-to-day linen management duties and inventory counting on monthly basis.
Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:00:00 EST

Veterinary Nurse

Seeking qualified candidates for the position of Veterinary Nurse in the Virginia Tech Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center located in Leesburg, Virginia. This position provides care for equine patients through administration of medications treatments, specimen collectiion, monitoring vital signs, records keeping and assisting in the preparation and performance of special and emergency procedures, and maintains acceptable levels of cleanliness in barns, treatment areas and other related areas.
Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:00:00 EST

CSS/Surgery Technician

The Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Central Sterile Supply (CSS) Surgery Technician to assist faculty and house officers in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital during surgical procedures for routine, emergency and after-hours cases. This position instructs senior veterinary students by demonstrating and maintaining aseptic technique preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively. Maintains the daily flow of surgical operations to ensure availability of personnel and operating rooms for all procedures. Orders and maintains supplies. Performs central sterile procedures including cleaning, packing and sterilizing surgical instruments and supplies. Assists in other areas as directed by supervisor. This position is essential and must report to work during inclement weather and authorized closings.
Mon, 25 Mar 2013 12:00:00 EST

Small Animal ICU Technician

The Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Small Animal ICU Technician to provide technical support to clinical faculty and senior veterinary students in the ICU section of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. This position performs critical care nursing procedures in the Intensive Care Unit as directed by clinical faculty and instructs senior veterinary students in technical and manipulative skills relating to ICU/Critical Care. On call for ICU coverage and cover ICU shifts, including holidays. Assists in other areas as directed by supervisor.
Mon, 25 Mar 2013 12:00:00 EST

Clinical-Track Faculty position in Anatomic Pathology

The Department of Biomedical Sciences and Pathobiology in the Virginia Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech has an open clinical scientist/clinical-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The successful clinical-track applicant will be expected to have approximately 50% FTE in clinical activities (including enhancing the clinical service), while the remaining FTE will be distributed between teaching in the professional curriculum, and training residents in anatomic pathology. We are seeking candidates with special interests in toxicology or bacteriology, and the ability to foster close collaboration with research faculty. Opportunities to develop independent and collaborative research programs also exist both within the college and with other life sciences-oriented departments, colleges, and institutes on campus, and can be tailored to the candidatesGÇÖ interests and expertise. Excellent opportunities also exist to mentor and train Ph.D. students. This is a 12-month clinical-track position and is part of active recruiting for multiple faculty positions in the college, all of which provide a vibrant environment to collaborate. The Virginia Tech Animal Laboratory Services diagnostic lab is in the process of applying for AAVLD accreditation, and the candidate will be expected to contribute to these efforts. Candidate requirements for this position include a DVM/VMD or equivalent, and a Ph.D. in a biomedical science, and board certification or eligibility by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists. Postdoctoral experience will be advantageous. Full consideration is assured to applications received by March 1, 2013. Interested individuals should electronically submit a curriculum vitae, letter of intent outlining academic record and career goals, and names and addresses of three professional references at http://www.jobs.vt.edu. Should you need more information, please contact Dr. Ansar Ahmed, Chair of the Anatomic Pathology Search Committee and Head, Biomedical Sciences and Pathobiology, VMRCVM. Phone: (540) 231-4652, ansrahmd@vt.edu For more information about the college, please visit http://www.vetmed.vt.edu/ ; for departmental information including other areas of expertise please visit http://www.vetmed.vt.edu/org/dbsp/index.asp. Please also visit the web links of four Virginia Tech life/health sciences-related Institutes, which foster intercollegiate research interactions. These include: (1) Fralin Life Sciences Institute: http://www.biotech.vt.edu/ ; (2) VT Carilion Research Institute: http://vtc.vt.edu/research/ ; (3) Virginia Bioinformatics Institute: http://www.vbi.vt.edu/ ; (4) Institute for Critical Technology and Applied Science: http://www.ictas.vt.edu/ ; (5) Virginia Tech Center for Drug Discovery: http://www.fralin.vt.edu/virginia-tech-center-drug-discovery/vtcdd-home Opportunities for translational research in collaboration with faculty in the CollegeGÇÖs Departments of Large and Small Animal Clinical Sciences and the Via College of Osteopathic Medicine exist as well.
Sat, 02 Mar 2013 12:00:00 EST

Postdoctoral Associate

A post-doctoral associate position is available to work on the molecular pathogenesis of Hepatitis E virus with an emphasis on immunology, at the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary MedicineGÇÖs Infectious Disease Research Facility. The candidate should have a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Molecular biology and immunology or related field. The candidate should have strong expertise and solid research background/expertise in molecular biology and immunology or related field. Expertise in virology is also preferred. Applicants should be highly motivated, well organized and be able to work independently. Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple tasks are required.
Sat, 02 Mar 2013 12:00:00 EST

Laboratory Specialist

The Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine's Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Laboratory Specialist to perform laboratory functions culturing mesenchymal stem cells and progenitor cells for tissue engineering and repair in a GLP setting. Specific areas include joint therapy and tendon and ligament therapy. This position will be responsible for the following under the guidance and supervision of the PI: general laboratory protocols for tissue processing and cell culture, equipment maintenance, following GLP laboratory policies, and ordering supplies. Techniques utilized include: tissue processing from animals, sterile procedures and aseptic technique, primary cell culture, RNA and DNA purification, gel electrophoresis, and PCR.purification, gel electrophoresis, and PCR.
Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:00:00 EST

Laboratory Specialist

The Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine's Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Laboratory Specialist. This position serves as laboratory specialist and clinical laboratory manager for Regenerative Medicine Service. This position performs laboratory functions culturing mesenchymal stem cells and progenitor cells for tissue engineering and repair in a GLP setting. Specific therapeutic targets include joint, tendon and ligament injuries. Other responsibilities include laboratory management, staff supervision and client communications. Will be responsible for the following under the guidance and supervision of the supervisor: client communications, sample acquisition and shipping, general laboratory protocols for tissue processing and cell culture, equipment maintenance, following GLP laboratory policies, inventory management and ordering supplies. Techniques utilized include: tissue processing from animals, sterile procedures and aseptic technique, primary cell culture, RNA and DNA purification, gel electrophoresis, and PCR.
Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:00:00 EST

Clinical-Track Faculty Veterinary Toxicology

The Department of Biomedical Sciences & Pathobiology at Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia Tech, has an open clinical scientist/clinical-track faculty position in Environmental Medical Toxicology at the Assistant Professor level. This is a 12-month clinical-track position and is part of active recruiting for multiple faculty positions in the college, providing a vibrant collaborative environment. The primary responsibility of the veterinary toxicologist (approximately 50% FTE) will be to lead instruction of introductory veterinary toxicology and veterinary clinical toxicology to students in the DVM professional program. The remaining FTE will include clinical service, additional teaching, and/or collaborative research. For example, as part of the faculty team, the successful candidate will support the disposition of veterinary clinical cases that are submitted to the VMRCVM Diagnostic Toxicology Laboratory from the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and referring veterinarians. In addition, the successful candidate will support the efforts of the College to obtain AAVLD accreditation of the overall Virginia Tech Animal Laboratory Services Diagnostic Laboratory. Furthermore, there are multiple opportunities to engage with other faculty in the training of graduate and veterinary resident students, and to establish/contribute to veterinary elective courses (e.g., poisonous plants) and/or graduate level courses consistent with the candidate's and college's focus, including its MPH program. The toxicologist will also have opportunities to contribute to research, especially with multidisciplinary, collaborative research programs within and outside the VMRCVM at various life sciences-oriented Institutes. For example, the research focus areas of the college include (a) Regenerative medicine (e.g. stem cells, tissue repair) (b) Inflammatory/regulatory disorders, including cancer, and (c) Infectious diseases. (For university-level thrusts, including its Center for Drug Discovery, see web sites below.) The teaching and service duties encourage applicants with a DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution who have additional poison control experience and/or certification in clinical toxicology. For more information about the college, please visit http://www.vetmed.vt.edu/ ; for departmental information including other areas of expertise please visit http://www.vetmed.vt.edu/org/dbsp/index.asp. Please visit also the web links of four Virginia Tech life/health sciences-related Institutes, which foster intercollegiate research interactions. These include: (1) Fralin Life Sciences Institute: http://www.biotech.vt.edu/ with its Center for Drug Discovery: http://www.fralin.vt.edu/virginia-tech-center-drug-discovery/vtcdd-home; (2) VT Carilion Research Institute: http://vtc.vt.edu/research/ ; (3) Virginia Bioinformatics Institute: http://www.vbi.vt.edu/ ; (4) Institute for Critical Technology and Applied Science: http://www.ictas.vt.edu/ . VMRCVM is committed to translational research. Opportunities for translational research not listed above exist in collaboration with faculty in the College's Departments of Large and Small Animal Clinical Sciences and the Via College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Mon, 25 Feb 2013 12:00:00 EST

Assistant Professor - Clinical Track Surgery

The primary job responsibility will be to lead a surgical service and participate in didactic, laboratory and small group clinical instruction. Responsibilities will include primary patient care and clinical teaching/training of students, interns and residents assigned to the surgical service. Additional service responsibilities include consultations within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and outside referring veterinarians, participate in continuing education programs of the College and participate in faculty governance activities. Other teaching assignments may include junior operative practice laboratories and didactic teaching of core, track and/or elective student courses. Participation is expected in general Small Animal Surgery service activities, such as meetings, resident seminars, journal club and rounds. Research responsibilities will vary based on the interest and qualification of the candidate and may include collaborative or translational research. The successful candidate will be encouraged to work with ongoing research programs and contribute to the scholarly achievements of the department. Applicant must be committed to excellent patient management, client service, and clinical teaching. This position requires a DVM or equivalent degree and completion of ACVS approved residency program.
Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:00:00 EST

Assistant or Associate Professor - Clinical Track Internal Medicine

The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences of the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine announces a search to fill a full-time, clinical-track faculty position as an Assistant or Associate Professor in Small Animal Internal Medicine at a satellite hospital in Roanoke, Virginia (45 minutes from Blacksburg). The successful candidate will share service and teaching responsibilities with a small animal surgeon. Financial compensation will be a base salary plus a percentage of revenues generated. -The primary job responsibility will be to provide medical services in the satellite hospital in Roanoke, VA. -The main veterinary teaching hospital in Blacksburg will provide clinical support for the satellite by means of case transfer, telemedicine and courier for laboratory services. -There will be opportunities to participate in didactic, laboratory and small group clinical instruction based on the desires and aptitude of the successful candidate. -There will also be opportunities to participate in clinical research based on the desires and aptitude of the successful candidate. -Additional service responsibilities include consultations with referring veterinarians and participation in continuing education programs of the College. -Applicant must be committed to excellence in patient management, client service and clinical teaching. -Applicant must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Mon, 07 Jan 2013 12:00:00 EST

Assistant or Associate Professor - Clinical Track Surgery

The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences of the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine announces a search to fill a full-time, clinical-track faculty position as an Assistant or Associate Professor in Small Animal Surgery at a satellite hospital in Roanoke, Virginia (45 minutes from Blacksburg). The successful candidate will share service and teaching responsibilities with a small animal internist. Financial compensation will be a base salary plus a percentage of revenues generated. -The primary job responsibility will be providing surgical services in the satellite hospital in Roanoke, VA. -The main veterinary teaching hospital in Blacksburg will provide clinical support for the satellite by means of case transfer, telemedicine and courier for laboratory services. -There will be opportunities to participate in didactic, laboratory and small group clinical instruction based on the desires and aptitude of the successful candidate. -There will also be opportunities to participate in clinical research based on the desires and aptitude of the successful candidate. -Additional service responsibilities include consultations with referring veterinarians and participation in continuing education programs of the College. -The applicant must be committed to excellence in patient management, client service and clinical teaching. -The applicant must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Mon, 07 Jan 2013 12:00:00 EST