Postdoctoral Fellow//Veterinary Toxicology Resident

Description & Details:

The Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory at North Dakota State University invites applications for residency training in veterinary toxicology. This is a one-year position, annually renewable up to three years with a strong emphasis on diagnostic laboratory medicine. The goal of this training program is to prepare trainees for successful completion of the American Board of Veterinary Toxicology (ABVT) certifying examination and a career in diagnostic toxicology.

Toxicology training will be primarily resident-driven with the goal of becoming competent in three core areas: (1) understanding of general toxicology principles, (2) knowledge/expertise in biological and non-biological toxins/toxicants, environmental implications, and regulations, and (3) laboratory management, communication, and professionalism. In consultation with the laboratory's boarded toxicologist and other laboratory faculty, the resident will serve as case coordinator on laboratory submissions. Additional training and academic opportunities on-site and off-site will be available to help the resident meet these core competencies. In addition, the resident will participate in veterinary and pathology rounds, presentations, seminars, and regional/national meetings and will be expected to prepare two manuscripts as required by ABVT.

Work Schedule: M-F, 8am to 5pm

Hiring Range:

Salary is based on the NIH post-doctoral scale, although a graduate degree in toxicology will qualify as additional years of experience

Minimum Qualifications:

(1) DVM/VMD from an AVMA-accredited or equivalent institution

(2) Eligibility to obtain a veterinary medicine license in the state of North Dakota

Preferred Qualifications:

(1) Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

(2) Demonstrated interest in toxicology

(3) North Dakota practitioner

(4) Ability to work independently, in small group settings, and one-on-one with the toxicologist and other faculty

Screening will begin 6/30/25

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan

• Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account

• Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire

• Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation

• Superb Retirement Plan

• Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position

• Basic Term Life Insurance

• Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)

• Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)

• Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays

• Employee Assistance Program

• Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans

• More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

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Veteran's Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

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