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Job Profile: Clinical Research Specialist 3
Job Family: Clinical Research
Time Type: Full time
Max Pay – Depends On Experience: $120,000.00 USD Annual
Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.
Minimum Qualifications:
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) degree and state licensure within the U.S.; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Job Profile Summary:
Leads and oversees the planning and execution of clinical studies, applying advanced expertise in study design, data analysis, and reporting to contribute significantly to the translation of biomedical innovations into safe and effective medical practices.
Job Description:
Position Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 per year; DOE
Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for the position of Clinical Veterinarian within the Department of Animal Care and Technologies (DACT). This position is one of two Clinical Veterinarians among a 7-person Veterinary Services team that is responsible for ensuring animal well-being and compliance with federal regulations related to the use of animals in research and teaching. This is achieved by attending to all animal health cases and providing experimental design, procedural, and training support to investigators. The team is led by an Associate Director of Veterinary Services who reports directly to the Attending Veterinarian. The successful candidate should have (1) extensive knowledge of the husbandry and clinical care of species commonly used in research, (2) experience within an institutional animal care and use programs, (3) an unabated commitment to service, and (4) a strong desire for career development.
Essential Qualifications:
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) by the time of hire; licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the United States; ability to work as a team with group communication
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 – 3 years practical experience as a veterinarian (laboratory animal a plus)
- Extensive knowledge of the husbandry and clinical care of laboratory rodents and nonhuman primates
- Skill in many common surgical procedures used in animal research
- Experience with an institutional animal care and use program
Essential Duties:
- Under the direction of the Attending Veterinarian, uses veterinary knowledge and skills to support university research and teaching endeavors.
- Provides veterinary care to the animals being used in research and teaching.
- Educates, trains, and provides support to research personnel on animal-related procedures relevant to their research needs. Works with the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) to ensure regulatory compliance.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in lab animal medicine, preferably within a university setting.
- Health care and procedural experience with laboratory rodents and nonhuman primates.
- Possesses skill in many common surgical procedures used in animal research.
- Teamwork and group communication are key elements in this environment.
- Research environment experience a plus.
Working Environment:
- Work activities are split between an office environment and a climate-controlled animal research setting, with essential precautions in place for safely working with the animals, biohazards, and chemicals.
- This job may include extended periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, standing, low-demand walking, bending, and reaching. Lifting, pushing, and pulling of up to 50 lbs. may be required.
- A dynamic work environment may require the ability to quickly adjust priorities throughout the day.
The Following Post-offer Screenings Are Required:
- Physical exam and fit testing for an N-95 respirator
- MMR and tetanus vaccinations
- Negative TB test
Department Statement:
Arizona State University is committed to the ethical and humane treatment of animals in advancing research that benefits humans, animals, and the environment. ASU’s Animal Care and Use Program provides animal housing, husbandry, and veterinary care; trains researchers on safe and ethical practices; and ensures compliance with federal, state and university regulations. Animal research is also critical for advances in veterinary medicine and wildlife conservation, both of which depend on improvements in our understanding of animal behavior, ecology, physiology, pathology, nutrition and stress responses. The ASU animal use program is AAALAC International accredited and committed to providing services to over 90 principal investigators. There are five primary vivaria that house a diversity of species including fish, frogs, reptiles, birds, and mammals; however, the census is predominantly mice with a significant number of nonhuman primates.
Driving Requirement:
Driving is not required for this position.
Location:
Campus: Tempe
Funding:
No Federal Funding
Instructions To Apply:
Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub. Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.
To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:
- Cover letter
- Resume or CV
Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name. Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.
Important:
Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date. Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience. Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.
ASU Statement:
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.
Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit the ASU resources page.
Employment Verification Statement:
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
Background Check Statement:
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Fingerprint Check Statement:
A fingerprint check is not required for this position.
Job Profile: Clinical Research Specialist 3
Job Family: Clinical Research
Time Type: Full time
Max Pay – Depends On Experience: $120,000.00 USD Annual
Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.
Minimum Qualifications:
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) degree and state licensure within the U.S.; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Job Profile Summary:
Leads and oversees the planning and execution of clinical studies, applying advanced expertise in study design, data analysis, and reporting to contribute significantly to the translation of biomedical innovations into safe and effective medical practices.
Job Description:
Position Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 per year; DOE
Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for the position of Clinical Veterinarian within the Department of Animal Care and Technologies (DACT). This position is one of two Clinical Veterinarians among a 7-person Veterinary Services team that is responsible for ensuring animal well-being and compliance with federal regulations related to the use of animals in research and teaching. This is achieved by attending to all animal health cases and providing experimental design, procedural, and training support to investigators. The team is led by an Associate Director of Veterinary Services who reports directly to the Attending Veterinarian. The successful candidate should have (1) extensive knowledge of the husbandry and clinical care of species commonly used in research, (2) experience within an institutional animal care and use programs, (3) an unabated commitment to service, and (4) a strong desire for career development.
Essential Qualifications:
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) by the time of hire; licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the United States; ability to work as a team with group communication
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 – 3 years practical experience as a veterinarian (laboratory animal a plus)
- Extensive knowledge of the husbandry and clinical care of laboratory rodents and nonhuman primates
- Skill in many common surgical procedures used in animal research
- Experience with an institutional animal care and use program
Essential Duties:
- Under the direction of the Attending Veterinarian, uses veterinary knowledge and skills to support university research and teaching endeavors.
- Provides veterinary care to the animals being used in research and teaching.
- Educates, trains, and provides support to research personnel on animal-related procedures relevant to their research needs. Works with the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) to ensure regulatory compliance.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in lab animal medicine, preferably within a university setting.
- Health care and procedural experience with laboratory rodents and nonhuman primates.
- Possesses skill in many common surgical procedures used in animal research.
- Teamwork and group communication are key elements in this environment.
- Research environment experience a plus.
Working Environment:
- Work activities are split between an office environment and a climate-controlled animal research setting, with essential precautions in place for safely working with the animals, biohazards, and chemicals.
- This job may include extended periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, standing, low-demand walking, bending, and reaching. Lifting, pushing, and pulling of up to 50 lbs. may be required.
- A dynamic work environment may require the ability to quickly adjust priorities throughout the day.
The Following Post-offer Screenings Are Required:
- Physical exam and fit testing for an N-95 respirator
- MMR and tetanus vaccinations
- Negative TB test
Department Statement:
Arizona State University is committed to the ethical and humane treatment of animals in advancing research that benefits humans, animals, and the environment. ASU’s Animal Care and Use Program provides animal housing, husbandry, and veterinary care; trains researchers on safe and ethical practices; and ensures compliance with federal, state and university regulations. Animal research is also critical for advances in veterinary medicine and wildlife conservation, both of which depend on improvements in our understanding of animal behavior, ecology, physiology, pathology, nutrition and stress responses. The ASU animal use program is AAALAC International accredited and committed to providing services to over 90 principal investigators. There are five primary vivaria that house a diversity of species including fish, frogs, reptiles, birds, and mammals; however, the census is predominantly mice with a significant number of nonhuman primates.
Driving Requirement:
Driving is not required for this position.
Location:
Campus: Tempe
Funding:
No Federal Funding
Instructions To Apply:
Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub. Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.
To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:
- Cover letter
- Resume or CV
Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name. Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.
Important:
Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date. Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience. Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.
ASU Statement:
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.
Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit the ASU resources page.
Employment Verification Statement:
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
Background Check Statement:
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Fingerprint Check Statement:
A fingerprint check is not required for this position.
Veterinarian Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
- Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice919L
- Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare868H
- DESORT STAFFING189D
- VCA Animal Hospitals165
- Vetcor114
Top Industries Hiring
- Animal Care & Pet Services432
- Education12
- Retail8
- Accounting & Auditing4
- Agriculture & Farming4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in veterinarian jobs.
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an AVMA-accredited institution
- Active state veterinary license in the state of practice
- DEA registration for controlled-substance prescribing
- Clinical proficiency in diagnostics, surgery, and anesthesia
- Experience with practice management or electronic medical record software
- Board certification or residency training in a veterinary specialty
Tips for Your Veterinarian Job Search
Tailor your resume to species focus
Hiring managers scan for the species mix you've handled, so list your caseload breakdown by species in your resume summary. A small-animal clinic cares nothing about your equine experience, and burying it costs you the interview.
Get your DEA registration ready early
Many veterinarian postings require an active DEA controlled-substance registration before your start date. If yours is pending or unlicensed in the target state, note your expected activation date in your application to avoid automatic screening-out.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists veterinarian openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show your AVMA-accredited degree clearly
Corporate and government employers filter for AVMA-accredited DVM or VMD programs before reading anything else. Put your degree, institution, and graduation year at the top of your education section, not buried at the bottom.
Prepare for a practical skills walkthrough
Most veterinarian interviews include a case-presentation round or a wet-lab component. Review a handful of complex differential diagnoses in your specialty and practice talking through your clinical reasoning out loud before the interview day.
Negotiate your relief-work clause separately
Full-time veterinarian offers often include non-compete clauses that restrict relief or per-diem work in the same region. Flag that clause before signing and propose a geographic radius and duration you can live with, not afterward.
Veterinarian Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most veterinarians?
The companies hiring the most veterinarians right now include Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare, and DESORT STAFFING, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Corporate veterinary groups and large mixed-practice networks tend to post the highest volume of associate-level roles throughout the year.
How many veterinarian jobs are remote?
About 62% of veterinarian openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, since most clinical roles require hands-on patient care. The sub-areas most compatible with remote work are veterinary telehealth consulting, regulatory or government policy roles, and medical writing positions that draw on a clinical background.
How do you become a veterinarian?
You earn a bachelor's degree with strong science prerequisites, then complete a four-year DVM or VMD program at an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine. After graduating, you pass the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination and any additional state-specific exams required where you plan to practice. Specialists complete a one-year internship followed by a two-to-three-year residency and board certification exams in their chosen discipline.
How do you get hired as a veterinarian with little experience?
Target new-graduate associate roles at multi-doctor practices where a senior veterinarian provides mentorship and case oversight, since solo-owner clinics rarely have bandwidth to train. Highlight your externship rotations, species exposure, and any relief shifts you took during school. Demonstrating surgical confidence on a short case list and asking smart questions about mentorship during the interview often outweighs a thin work history.
What does the veterinarian interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your clinical background and schedule expectations. A second round typically involves a practice visit, a tour of the facility, and a conversation with the associate team. Some practices add a paid working interview or a case-presentation exercise where you walk through a diagnostic workup. Offers are usually extended within a few days of the final round.
Where can I find and apply to veterinarian jobs?
You can find and apply to veterinarian jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings, find roles that match your species focus, location, and experience level, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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