Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) from AVMA-accredited institution
Active veterinary medical license in Ohio (or ability to obtain)
USDA Category II Veterinary Accreditation
Experience in large animal or dairy clinical settings
Strong foundation in bovine health and neonatal calf management
Leadership experience and passion for teaching veterinary students
Responsibilities
Direct and mentor a team of approximately 6 veterinary technicians and assistants
Establish and optimize standard operating procedures (SOPs) for calf health and care
Provide clinical instruction to veterinary students during rotations
Lead operational workflow for the juvenile in vitro embryo transfer (JIVET) program
Manage health monitoring and procedure scheduling for JIVET
Implement herd-level testing programs to maintain pathogen-free status
Enforce biosecurity measures across all calf housing and handling areas
Benefits
Comprehensive training in advanced juvenile bovine assisted reproductive technologies
Opportunity to pursue AETA certification
Involvement with leading bovine genetics and biotechnology programs
Full Job Description
The Director of Veterinary Services directs comprehensive herd health management, clinical operations, and advanced reproductive technologies at the STgenetics Ohio Heifer Center. This role leads a team of veterinary technicians and assistants providing elite medical care to high-genomic dairy calves, oversees facility-wide biosecurity and disease-free herd certifications, and directs juvenile in vitro embryo transfer (JIVET) workflows. The position also plays an active role in clinical instruction, mentoring veterinary students on-site, with pathways to expand advanced reproductive procedural volume and pursue AETA certification for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Clinical Care
Direct, mentor, and schedule a team of approximately 6 veterinary technicians and
veterinary assistants in daily calf husbandry, health monitoring, and medical treatments.
Establish, review, and optimize ongoing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for calf health, neonatal care, nutrition, immunology, and therapeutic protocols.
Provide clinical oversight and hands-on instruction to visiting veterinary students and interns during on-site rotations and clinical experiences.
Advanced Reproductive Technologies (JIVET)
Lead the operational workflow for the juvenile in vitro embryo transfer (JIVET) program, managing donor selection, synchronization protocols, health monitoring, and procedure scheduling.
Perform or master advanced reproductive procedures (training provided for specialized juvenile oocyte recovery and handling).
Opportunities exist to expand the scope and procedural volume of the advanced reproductive program based on candidate interest and demonstrated skill.
Herd Biosecurity & Disease-Free Certification
Design, implement, and maintain rigorous herd-level testing programs to ensure pathogen-free status and regulatory compliance.
Coordinate routine diagnostic sampling, disease surveillance, and state/federal regulatory documentation for domestic and international health certifications.
Enforce strict biosecurity measures across all calf housing, handling, and procedure areas.
Qualifications
Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) from an AVMA-accredited institution.
Licensure & Accreditation: Active veterinary medical license in the State of Ohio (or ability to obtain upon hire); USDA Category II Veterinary Accreditation.
Experience: Large animal or dairy clinical experience with a strong foundation in bovine health, neonatal calf management, and routine theriogenology.
Reproductive Skills: General bovine reproductive experience required; direct experience in JIVET/OPU is a plus, but comprehensive training will be provided for an eager candidate.
Leadership & Teaching: Proven ability to manage technical staff and an enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring veterinary students.
Professional Growth & Opportunities
Full training provided in cutting-edge juvenile bovine assisted reproductive technologies (ART).
Potential opportunity to pursue American Embryo Transfer Association (AETA) certification for interested and qualifying candidates.
Direct involvement with industry-leading bovine genetics and biotechnology programs.
