New York University School of Medicine, a world-renowned leader in biomedical research, is seeking a Director to lead its Division of Laboratory Animal Resources (DLAR). Our new administration is dedicated to supporting and enhancing our animal resources and research infrastructure as required to support an already strong and growing research program with external research funding of more than $180 million per year.

This is your opportunity to lead this AAALAC International accredited program. In this highly visible role, you will serve as the Attending Veterinarian and manage DLAR resources to provide high quality service for research faculty and assure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards concerning research animals. The DLAR staff of over 50 personnel includes a qualified laboratory animal veterinarian, an operations manager, a financial manager, five supervisors, four veterinary technicians, animal technicians and clerical staff. DLAR facilities include six separate animal facilities totaling 53,000 net square feet (nsf) of space including two 10,000 cage rodent barrier facilities. Five of the facilities are located on the Medical Campus and one is off-site.

To qualify, you must have a DVM/VMD from an AVMA accredited program with at least 10 years' experience in laboratory animal medicine. Administrative experience at a comparable facility and ACLAM board certification are highly preferred. Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills are crucial to success.

To apply for this position, please email your resume along with salary history/requirements and a cover letter to Carol Musto-Schiano, Director of Recruitment and Staffing at NYUMC-Leadership@nyumc.org">NYUMC-Leadership@nyumc.org or fax to: 212-263-4508. We are an equal opportunity employer.