Description
The US Army Veterinary Laboratory Animal Medicine Officer plans, directs, and participates in the care, treatment, and management of laboratory animals and other government-owned animals. Duties include design of facilities and equipment, obtaining and maintaining accreditation from the Association for the Assessment and Accreditation for Laboratory Animal Care, International (AAALAC), supervision of all aspects of animal care and use, and operation of research projects.
Core Skills
- research design and methodology
- laboratory management
- regulatory compliance and accreditation
- data collection and analysis
- technical writing and documentation
- quality assurance and quality control
- project management
- facility planning and design input
- team leadership and supervision
- training and mentoring
- risk assessment and mitigation
- ethical compliance and oversight
- stakeholder communication
- budgeting and resource management
Common Certifications
- Veterinary Medicine State Licensure (DVM/VMD)
- Diplomate, American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (DACLAM)
- AAALAC Accreditation Familiarization
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
- USDA Accreditation (APHIS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Civilian Career Paths
- VETERINARY
- MEDICAL LABORATORY
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
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