Veterinary Resident
Company: Rutgers University
Location: Piscataway
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is
seeking a Veterinary Resident for the Office for Research. The
Office for Research’s mission is to support the research,
scholarship, and creative endeavors of all Rutgers faculty. The
Office accomplishes its mission by convening with academic and
research leaders, providing integrated, user-focused resources,
services, and tools, and partnering with faculty. As part of Office
for Research and RUAC , this position will provide clinical
veterinary care and oversight to a wide variety of animal species
(rodents, aquatic species, rabbits, pigs, dogs, NHP , woodchucks,
gerbils, hamsters, guinea pigs, and farm animal species) owned by
the University and used in teaching and research. The Veterinary
Resident works under the direct supervision of the Director of
Veterinary Services, and all other veterinarian mentors/faculty in
the Residency Training Program in Laboratory Animal Medicine. This
position is a 3-year term position with one year of research
requirement. The position includes assigned rotations in various
animal research facilities at Rutgers University, Bristol Myers
Squibb ( BMS ) and Princeton University. Among the key duties of
the position are the following: Works closely with veterinary staff
and animal care staff to ensure that appropriate housing and care
is provided for animals. Works with faculty and researchers who use
animals to ensure humane treatment of animals in accordance with
applicable laws, regulations and guidelines. Provides instructional
and hands-on training. Assists in novel technique development.
Performs clinical and technical services such as providing clinical
care to all animals, experimental surgery, and surgical and
anesthesia support. Overview Rutgers, The State University of New
Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of
New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher
education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New
Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students
and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who
work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked
on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds 64
of 500 employers and is the 1 New Jersey employer on the
publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees
includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful
workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our
nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and
accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Preferred
Qualifications Completion of a first author research publication
acceptable as per the ACLAM publication committee criteria is an
asset. Licensed to practice veterinary medicine at least one state
in the U.S.A. (New Jersey license preferred.) Unrestricted New
Jersey Driver’s License or eligibility. Accreditation by the United
States Department of Agriculture in New Jersey.
Keywords: Rutgers University, Scranton , Veterinary Resident, Science, Research & Development , Piscataway, Pennsylvania
