Position Description
The Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory at North Dakota State University invites applications for a non-tenure track position in veterinary toxicology. Primary responsibilities are diagnostic service, consultation with laboratory clientele, and supervision as section head of toxicology. Depending on the interest of the toxicologist, opportunities for teaching, interaction with NDSU faculty and other scientists, and collaborative research exist.
Minimum qualifications:
- DVM degree
- Post-graduate training or experience in toxicology or large animal practice or nutrition
- Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- DVM
- Experience in large animal medicine and nutrition
- DABVT, DABT or ACVIM (nutrition) certification, eligibility or partial completion of boards
- Graduate of AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine or equivalence certification
- Personnel management experience
- Experience with quality assurance system
Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience.
Date Available – immediately
Outstanding benefits include fully funded health insurance for both individual and family plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a generous retirement plan and tuition waiver for employee and discounted tuition for spouse/dependents. Candidates are eligible for both national and state veterinary loan repayment programs and prior individuals in the lab have obtained awards from both programs.
The NDSU VDL is an AAVLD fully-accredited full-service laboratory and NAHLN member, serving the livestock and companion animal communities of North Dakota and the upper Midwest. The laboratory averages approximately 11,000 accessions annually, with emphasis on food animal diagnostics, but with a liberal mix of companion animal, equine, avian and exotic cases. The VDL is in a new facility as of Fall 2017.
The NDSU VDL is located within the NDSU Agriculture Experiment Station. NDSU is the state’s land-grant institution and ranks high in the National Science Foundation’s institution rankings.
The Fargo - Moorhead community is located on the North Dakota/Minnesota state line and boasts a bustling economy, several schools of higher learning, excellent schools, safe clean neighborhoods, a vibrant downtown, and diverse community activities. Fargo can offer access to numerous outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, and access to lakes country. Fargo ranks as one of the country’s most livable cities and is affordable with relatively low cost of living.
Screening will begin 6/15/26 and continue until position filled.
Direct inquiries to:
Brett Webb
Chair, Search Committee
Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
NDSU Dept 7691
P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
701-231-7529
brett.webb@ndsu.edu
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
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.
NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu.
No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
Veteran’s Preference Notice:
This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation Information:
North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.
