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The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives.
JOB TITLE:
Director/Professor - Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory
JOB PURPOSE:
The Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory (WSVL) is an AAVLD-accredited and NAHLN tier II laboratory based within the Department of Veterinary Sciences at the University of Wyoming. The WSVL serves the region by providing veterinary diagnostic services that encompass bacteriology, parasitology, pathology, serology, and virology. The WSVL Director is responsible for providing leadership and oversight of these activities. The Director will also contribute to other departmental activities that could include diagnostic veterinary service, teaching, and/or research as best suits the candidate.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide leadership, vision, and future direction to the WSVL to meet the needs of key Wyoming stakeholders (veterinarians, producers). Participate in new vet licensing orientation twice yearly, and CE training at the winter WVMA orientation. Organize the WSVL advisory council meetings and provide regular updates as mandated by Wyoming statutes. Collaborate closely with other state/federal agencies including the Wyoming Livestock Board, Wyoming Game & Fish Department, the Wyoming Department of Public Health, and the USDA-APHIS on diseases of importance. Work cooperatively with WSVL faculty, staff, and students, as well as departmental and college leadership. Directly supervise essential administrative personnel including the quality manager, WSVL Accountant, and two Senior Office Associate Positions. Maintain accreditation with the AAVLD and participate in required NAHLN reporting and activities. Effectively manage operating budgets and ensure compliance with university practices.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Contribute to the teaching, or research mission of the Department.
COMPETENCIES:
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
DVM, or equivalent degree.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Board-certification in a discipline of diagnostic veterinary medicine is preferred.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references. This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 03/20/2023 will receive full consideration.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/
The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives.
JOB TITLE:
Director/Professor - Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory
JOB PURPOSE:
The Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory (WSVL) is an AAVLD-accredited and NAHLN tier II laboratory based within the Department of Veterinary Sciences at the University of Wyoming. The WSVL serves the region by providing veterinary diagnostic services that encompass bacteriology, parasitology, pathology, serology, and virology. The WSVL Director is responsible for providing leadership and oversight of these activities. The Director will also contribute to other departmental activities that could include diagnostic veterinary service, teaching, and/or research as best suits the candidate.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide leadership, vision, and future direction to the WSVL to meet the needs of key Wyoming stakeholders (veterinarians, producers). Participate in new vet licensing orientation twice yearly, and CE training at the winter WVMA orientation. Organize the WSVL advisory council meetings and provide regular updates as mandated by Wyoming statutes. Collaborate closely with other state/federal agencies including the Wyoming Livestock Board, Wyoming Game & Fish Department, the Wyoming Department of Public Health, and the USDA-APHIS on diseases of importance. Work cooperatively with WSVL faculty, staff, and students, as well as departmental and college leadership. Directly supervise essential administrative personnel including the quality manager, WSVL Accountant, and two Senior Office Associate Positions. Maintain accreditation with the AAVLD and participate in required NAHLN reporting and activities. Effectively manage operating budgets and ensure compliance with university practices.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Contribute to the teaching, or research mission of the Department.
COMPETENCIES:
- Budget management
- Successful grant writing
- Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ten years' post-DVM supervisory experience in a veterinary diagnostic lab, or an equivalent level of experience in a related environment.
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
EDUCATION:
DVM, or equivalent degree.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Board-certification in a discipline of diagnostic veterinary medicine is preferred.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references. This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 03/20/2023 will receive full consideration.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/
