Attending Veterinarian - Animal Resources Center

The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) is seeking a new Attending Veterinarian & Animal Resources Center Director. The UAF Attending Veterinarian (AV) is responsible for the health and well-being of all animals used at this institution. To fulfill this mission, the AV oversees the UAF Animal Resources Center (ARC) and has direct or delegated authority to ensure the adequacy of animal care and use at UAF. The AV reports directly to the Vice Chancellor for Research and is a voting member of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). The AV works closely with the IACUC and the VCR to manage our institution-wide animal care and use program. Director responsibilities include the management of all staff, programs and policies for the UAF Animal Resources Center which includes direct authority for the operation of our two main animal facilities and the University’s veterinary services core. This position will be physically located at the UAF campus in Fairbanks, Alaska.

This role requires a highly skilled professional with the ability to provide exceptional care for animals, grounded in a solid understanding of animal research best practices. The ideal candidate will possess strong written and oral communication skills, enabling effective interaction with diverse teams and stakeholders. Leadership experience is crucial, as the role involves guiding and managing a variety of employees while ensuring that all applicable standards for animal health and welfare are met. The ability to diagnose diseases or injuries, take appropriate action—including euthanasia when necessary—and prescribe medication as needed, is essential. Board certification in laboratory animal medicine or another veterinary specialty is preferred, though not required. The successful candidate will demonstrate high-level managerial and supervisory abilities, along with sound judgment, mediation, and conflict resolution skills. They will thrive under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage stress effectively. Moreover, they must have the capacity to develop a deep understanding of the ARC’s mission and operations

To thrive in the role of an attending veterinarian (AV), the applicant should possess strong expertise in animal care, including the ability to diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and administer medications as needed. Experience in veterinary medicine, particularly in research settings, is essential for ensuring animal health and welfare standards are met. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are crucial for effectively managing diverse teams and collaborating with staff and stakeholders. The ability to work under pressure, make sound decisions, and prioritize resources efficiently will contribute to the success of the role. Additionally, a deep understanding of the organization’s mission and goals will enable the veterinarian to represent and advance its interests effectively.

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) and/or equivalent, eligibility for licensure in Alaska, six years of experience as a DVM or equivalent.

Position Details:

This position is located on the Troth Yeddha' campus in Fairbanks Alaska. This is a full-time, exempt senior administrator staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the senior administrator pay grade with a minimum salary of $80,000.00 however, salary is negotiable and based on education and experience.

Applications will be accepted for review on June 9, 2025, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on DAY BEFORE REVIEW DATE June 8, 2025

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☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Kenna Metivier, Signers' Business Office at kjmetivier@alaska.edu or 907-474-1847

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

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*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

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UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.