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OldDog/NewTricks

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Two Additional Animal Welfare Division Staff Positions Now Available at the AVMA

Good afternoon, everyone (at least if you’re in the eastern or central time zones J):

I’m VERY pleased to announce the TWO additional staff positions that appear below the ****s are now available within the American Veterinary Medical Association’s Animal Welfare Division. Please distribute these announcements to colleagues who you believe will be well suited to apply for these positions. Applications should be directed as described in these announcements.

We want some great, well-qualified people on board and we genuinely appreciate your help with getting the word out to appropriate candidates!

Thanks very much in advance,

Gail

Gail C. Golab, PhD, DVM
Associate Director, Animal Welfare
American Veterinary Medical Association
1931 North Meacham Rd, Suite 100
Schaumburg, Illinois 60173
(847) 285-6618 (direct)
(847) 925-1329 (fax)
[email protected]

ANIMAL WELFARE SCIENTIST
AMERICAN VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

The American Veterinary Medical Association, the national professional association established in 1863 and representing over 74,000 veterinarians, is seeking an Animal Welfare Scientist for our Animal Welfare Division, located at AVMA headquarters in Schaumburg, IL.

Reporting to the Director of the Animal Welfare Division, this newly created position will provide scientific support for the Association in the areas of animal welfare and the human-animal bond. This individual will work collaboratively with volunteer leadership and other staff to identify and research related issues of importance to the profession. The Animal Welfare Scientist will also assist in developing and maintaining informational and educational materials and programs addressing animal welfare and the human-animal bond for use by veterinarians, governmental agencies, other nongovernmental organizations, and the public. Materials and programs may include, but are not limited to, written materials, databases, electronic communications, teleconferences, meetings, and presentations.

The qualified candidate must hold a minimum of an MS in a related science; PhD strongly preferred, DVM/VMD a plus; with demonstrable technical and research competence; and experience in the areas of animal welfare and the human-animal bond strongly preferred. Must be able to perform interdisciplinary literature searches (including electronic), critically evaluate scientific studies, be able to synthesize information, and write clearly, logically, and persuasively on complex scientific subjects for scientific and non-scientific audiences. Must have excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong computer skills (Reference Manager a plus). Some travel is required.

The AVMA offers a supportive work environment and excellent benefits. Submit applications with salary requirements to: Lori Keane, HR Director, AVMA, 1931 N. Meacham Road, Suite 100, Schaumburg, IL 60173-4360, Fax: 847-925-8634, E-mail: [email protected]

Visit our Web site at www.avma.org

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, ANIMAL WELFARE DIVISION
AMERICAN VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

The American Veterinary Medical Association, the national professional association established in 1863 and representing over 74,000 veterinarians, is seeking an Assistant Director for our Animal Welfare Division, located at AVMA headquarters in Schaumburg, IL.

Reporting to the Director of the Animal Welfare Division, this newly created position will assist the Director and other Division staff in implementing AVMA policies and objectives relating to farmed animal welfare (includes, but not limited to, cattle, equine, poultry, small ruminants, swine, and farm-raised aquatic animals). The Assistant Director provides scientific staff support to assigned committees that develop and recommend proposed policy for the AVMA. Oversees approved programs to achieve the Association’s purpose, goals and communications strategies related to farmed animal welfare issues. This individual will work collaboratively with volunteer leadership and other staff to identify and research related issues of importance to the profession. The Assistant Director will work with other staff to develop and maintain informational and educational materials and programs addressing farmed animal welfare for use by veterinarians, governmental agencies, other nongovernmental organizations, and the public.

The qualified candidate must hold a minimum of an MS in animal science (PhD strongly preferred) or a DVM/VMD degree. Must be able to synthesize information, and write clearly, logically, and persuasively on complex scientific subjects for scientific and non-scientific audiences. Must be able to organize, plan, and manage group meetings and be skilled in facilitation of consensus among multiple perspectives. Must have excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills; with the ability to interact effectively with the scientific and non-scientific communities. Strong computer skills and some travel required.

The AVMA offers a supportive work environment and excellent benefits. Submit applications with salary requirements to: Lori Keane, HR Director, AVMA, 1931 N. Meacham Road, Suite 100, Schaumburg, IL 60173-4360, Fax: 847-925-8634, E-mail: [email protected]

Visit our Web site at www.avma.org
 

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