The Jackson Laboratory
Clinical Veterinarian, Veterinary Services
Bar Harbor, Maine · Contract
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The bottom of this range ($98,885) is below the Level I prevailing wage of $99,674. An H-1B cannot be filed below the prevailing wage, so an offer at the floor of this band could not be sponsored as posted.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $119,642 would place this position at wage Level II. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Veterinarians" for prevailing-wage purposes.
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About the role
- This individual participates in research projects and may present lectures or research results at conferences.
- This role is fully onsite in Bar Harbor, ME.
- We can assist with relocation cost and temporary housing for transition Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions: - Directs clinical care of JAX mice.
Skills
- At least 2 years experience working as a laboratory animal veterinarian; completion of a laboratory animal residency program a plus.
- Board eligibility or certification in a relevant veterinary specialty, e.g., ACLAM a plus.
- Skill in reading and comprehending technical specifications, laws, and codes as they relate to regulatory compliance.
- Possess traits of good judgment, confidentiality, and discretion with colleagues and constituents.
- Ability to travel up to10% of the time.
- For more information, please visit www.jax.org .
- EEO Statement:
Compensation
- $98,885 - $165,555 based on years of experience
Benefits
- Responds to questions and concerns raised by JAX employees and customers related to the care, use, health, and welfare of mice.
- Signs/negotiates health certificates.
- Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.
Company info
- Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease.
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