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Executive Director, Biologic Resources Laboratory and Attending Veterinarian
 University of Illinois Chicago | |
 United States, Illinois, Chicago | |
 Apr 02, 2025 | |
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Executive Director, Biologic Resources Laboratory and Attending Veterinarian Executive Director, Biologic Resources Laboratory and Attending Veterinarian Hiring Department: Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research Location: Chicago, IL Requisition ID:1031176 Posting Close Date: May 9, 2025 Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $275,000 - $325,000. The final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) seeks an experienced, strategic, and collaborative domain expert to serve as its next Executive Director of the Biologic Resources Laboratory and Attending Veterinarian for the Animal Care and Use Program. The University seeks a dynamic leader who will embrace UIC's distinctive profile as Chicago's only public (R1) research university, supporting its mission to provide the broadest access to the highest levels of educational, research, and clinical excellence. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Research (VCR), Joanna Groden, PhD, who also serves as the Institutional Official for the animal care and use program, the Executive Director will assume leadership of the BRL during a unique time as the BRL closes out the long-term, successful leadership under the prior director, a $25M renovation of the central facility and as the program implements new electronic resources in support of improving work processes and facilitating research. The new Executive Director will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team of five veterinarians and 60+ FTEs at an exciting time for the research enterprise at UIC, overseen by a VCR who has set an ambitious, aspirational, and collaborative commitment to the mission and vision of UIC as a major comprehensive urban research university for the 21st century. UIC will consider the Executive Director for a courtesy faculty appointment, depending on candidate-specific qualifications and interest. Additionally, the VCR is supportive of candidates who are interested in engagement with organizations representing the broader animal research community, such as AAALAC International. The Executive Director's key responsibilities include: Program Leadership and Management Veterinary Care Compliance and Education Strategic Planning and Budgeting Stakeholder Engagement Personal and Professional Qualifications The successful candidate must have the following credentials: Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an American Veterinary Medical. Association (AVMA)-accredited institution Certification by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) Active Illinois veterinary license or ability to obtain licensure within 8 months of hiring Active APHIS accreditation (Category I or II) or ability to obtain within 8 months of job offer Practitioner license from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration to prescribe, dispense, administer and conduct research involving controlled substances The Vice Chancellor for Research and university stakeholders more generally anticipate and appreciate that each candidate will possess strengths in different measure. Nonetheless, the successful candidate will bring a majority of the following qualities to the role: Ten years of experience in an animal care and use program within a research-intensive academic or biomedical environment, with at least five years of experience in a leadership role Subject matter expertise with USDA and PHS regulations and the AAALAC accreditation process Experience managing facilities for the care and use of large numbers of animals in diverse, multidisciplinary research and instructional programs in academia, preferably within a unionized environment Strong management and leadership skills, including exceptional team leadership, training, coaching, and mentoring ability. Aptitude for leading through change Ability to motivate and inspire both junior and senior staff Demonstrated understanding and appreciation for a consultative and collaborative approach to planning and management that matches the UIC process and culture Experience in building and maintaining collaborative relationships with various stakeholders Highly developed interpersonal, organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills To Apply The University of Illinois Chicago has retained Opus Partners to support this recruitment. Craig Smith, Senior Partner, Ann K. Adams, Associate Partner, and Abigail Maynard, Managing Associate, are leading the search. Confidential inquiries and nominations should be submitted by email to Abigail Maynard at abigail.maynard@opuspartners.net. To be considered by the university's search committee, candidates must provide a CV/resume and a letter of introduction that addresses the specific responsibilities and qualifications described above, and submit these online [insert portal link] by May 9, 2025 for fullest consideration. Please consult Opus Partners for more information about the application process. This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits. The budgeted salary range for the position is $275,000 - $325,000. The final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. Equity Statement As an EOE/AA employer, the University of Illinois encourages applications from individuals regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and Veteran or disability status. Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University's Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate's successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process. The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit: For more information, visit: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899 The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14389?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-a01d4d1048522243bc532c729b7a5104 | |