Veterinarian I/II at The Chinese University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Veterinary Care, Animal Welfare, Biomedical Research, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Anaesthesia Support, Policy Development, Emergency Coverage

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Laboratory Animal Services Centre Veterinarian I/II We are looking for a motivated individual who aspires to work in the stimulating field of laboratory animal science. The appointee will work as part of a dynamic veterinary team in the Laboratory Animal Services Centre (LASEC) at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) in Shatin and its satellite facilities in Hong Kong. He/She will be responsible for (a) administering veterinary care programme that is consistent with AAALAC standards; (b) working closely with animal care staff to ensure appropriate housing, breeding practices and objectives are provided to animals; (c) liaising with researchers who use animals in research, and ensuring humane treatment of animals in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and guidelines; (d) providing instructions, trainings, and anaesthesia support to researchers; (e) participating in the development and implementation of LASEC policies, and supporting the animal care programme (e.g. SOP development and implementation, progression to AAALAC accreditation); and (f) providing emergency coverage for the care of animals as needed. Applicants should be/have (i) registered Veterinary Surgeons in Hong Kong; (ii) a valid Practising Certificate issued by the Hong Kong Veterinary Surgeons Board; (iii) interests in animal welfare and ethics, and biomedical research; and (iv) excellent communication and organisational skills. Having 2 years’ post-registration work experience at an appropriate level is preferred. Having good knowledge of and solid experience in laboratory animal medicine will be advantageous. Applicants with 5 years’ post-registration relevant work experience at an appropriate level may be considered for appointment as Veterinarian I. Appointment will initially be made on a 2-year contract with contract-end gratuity commencing as soon as possible, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement. The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.

Responsibilities

The appointee will administer a veterinary care program consistent with AAALAC standards and work closely with animal care staff and researchers to ensure humane treatment of animals. Additional responsibilities include providing training and emergency coverage for animal care.