Department Overview

The Oregon National Primate Research Center (ONPRC) is located 12 miles west of the OHSU main campus, and sits on 162 acres of land featuring forested areas, research and administration buildings, indoor and outdoor animal housing, a pond, and 2-mile perimeter walking path. Our mission is to improve human health and the quality of life through the support of nonhuman primate research programs that advance our knowledge of the causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of debilitating diseases.

Function/Duties of Position

This position is a three-year residency for veterinarians that is part of the Oregon State Laboratory Animal Residency Consortium (including ONPRC, OHSU central campus, and the Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine). The purpose is to prepare veterinarians for careers in laboratory animal medicine and successful completion leading to ACLAM board eligibility. The first two years focus on didactic training and supervised clinical experience. The second and third years include mentored research, in addition to continued clinical duties.

Required Qualifications

• D.V.M. or V.M.D. from AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine OR successful completion of Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG) requirements
• Experience working or volunteering in a laboratory animal care program
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently and/or within a team, possess basic veterinary clinical competency
• North American Veterinary Licensing Exam AND have state veterinary medical license in at least one state
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for 4-8 hours continuously
• Ability to work with hazardous chemicals and hazardous biological substances
• Valid Driver's License and the ability to drive ARRS/ONPRC vehicles on and off campus
• Able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• First author publication in a peer reviewed journal
• Experience working with nonhuman primates

Additional Details

Apply here online. Please be sure to upload a cover letter, CV/resume and references.

All are welcome