Posted August 11, 2026
DLAR Lab Animal Veterinarian Senior
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States 40502
Full Time
Reference: 286387768
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | DLAR Lab Animal Veterinarian Senior |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE55404 |
| Working Title | |
| Department Name | 40832:Laboratory Animal Resources |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 51 |
| Salary Range | $95,826-162,947/year |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | DVM |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | |
| Required Related Experience | 3 yrs |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Veterinary License KY or obtained within 6 months of hire |
| Physical Requirements | The physical requirements of this position requires heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50 pounds; animal handling (including carcasses); risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; exposure to temperature extremes, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne/airborne pathogens. Occasional standing or walking with objects 10-25lbs; intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time with intermittent repetitive motions (such as typing); occasional exposure to loud noises; and occasional job related travel (<10% of the time). |
| Shift | Primarily Days (Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 4:30 pm), Please be aware that as an exempt position, job duties will occasionally require additional time in the evenings, nights, holidays and/or weekends to accomplish work goals in excess of 40 hours per week. Required to participate in rotational on call including nights, weekends and holidays. May be required to report when the University is closed to provide treatment & support to our research animals. |
| Job Summary |
Support Research Excellence Through Veterinary Leadership and Animal Care Expertise
The University of Kentucky is seeking a DLAR Lab Animal Veterinarian Senior to provide advanced veterinary care, regulatory oversight, and program leadership within the Division of Laboratory Animal Resources (DLAR). This role is critical to supporting the university’s research mission by ensuring exceptional animal care, promoting animal welfare, and maintaining compliance with institutional, state, federal, and accreditation standards. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with investigators, veterinary staff, and regulatory partners while helping guide the development of programs that support high-quality biomedical research. What You’ll Do
What You’ll Bring
Minimum Requirements
What’s In It for You
Why Now? The complexity of biomedical research continues to grow, increasing the need for experienced veterinary professionals who can balance scientific advancement with the highest standards of animal care and regulatory compliance. This position offers the opportunity to play a central role in supporting a nationally recognized research enterprise while helping shape programs that impact researchers across the university. You’ll join a team dedicated to responsible research, animal welfare, and scientific excellence, where your expertise will directly contribute to both research success and the continued strength of the university’s animal care and use program. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Data Bases, Outlook, Cayuse |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | Yes |
| Preferred Education/Experience |
ACLAM Diplomate certification. Experience with laboratory animal species preferred. |
| Deadline to Apply | 09/09/2026 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the Commonwealth of Kentucky or are you eligible to be licensed in the Commonwealth of Kentucky within six months of hire?
- Yes
- No
- * Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience performing animal surgeries.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 2 years
- More than 2 years, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years
- * Describe your experience in leading a team or an organization. What is your approach to leadership in building engaged, supportive teams?
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience performing veterinary clinical diagnostics and treatment.
- None
- More than 0, up through 2 years.
- More than 2 years, up through 5 years.
- More than 5 years, up through 8 years.
- More than 8 years, up through 10 years.
- More than 10 years.
- * Describe your experience with rodent and small animal surgeries.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
- Resume
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