Switzerland Job Openings

Universität Bern

Head of central animal facility and attending veterinarian

Bern

PART TIME

October 24, 2024

The Central Animal Facility (CAF) is the largest facility of the Experimental Animal Center (EAC), University of Bern (Switzerland).
The main function is to breed and house small rodents and rabbits and to provide the infrastructure for conducting animal experiments as part of the biomedical research program of the University of Bern. The 3Rs (Reduce, Refine, Replace), the "Culture of Care" and compliance with guidelines and regulations are cornerstones of the EAC strategy.

100% position, 2 years contract (renewable)

Tasks

Direct the operation of the Central Animal Facility (processes, finances and personnel)
Provide veterinary clinical, surgical and medical care to the animal population
Supervise the hygiene and monitoring program
Manage the animal stock with the database system
Plan and participate to the emergency, weekend, and holiday care
Write, update and implement SOPs
Advice the researchers regarding genetically modified mouse breeding and research procedures
Ensure the compliance with the regulations of the Animal Welfare Act, University's directives and process specifications
Participate to building renovation projects
Support the ECLAM residency program and internal education

Requirements

You have a doctorate in veterinary medicine and a specialisation in laboratory animal medicine (ECLAM/ACLAM diploma or board eligibility).
You have practical experience in breeding of genetically modified models. Experience with fish or zebrafish is a plus.
You bring proven management experience and leadership in complex structures.
You are team- and goal-oriented and have excellent communication skills.
You speak English. German would be an advantage.

We offer

Challenging, varied and independent work
A motivated veterinary team with ECLAM and ECVAA diplomates
A large, multispecies animal care and use program
Possibility of further training in the field of laboratory animal science
Employment according to cantonal guidelines
Attractive workplace in the city of Bern

For more information, please contact PD. Dr. A. Bergadano (alessandra.bergadano@unibe.ch).

We are looking forward to receiving your fully documented application until November 29th 2024.
Please send your application to: admin.eac@unibe.ch.

www.karriere.unibe.ch

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