Job Book for GEORGIA 
Date Posted:July 7, 2008
Contact Person:Dr. Egbert Mundt
Practice Name:The University of Georgia
Address:College of Veterinary Medicine 953 College Station Rd.
Athens, GA 30602
Phone:(706)583-8919
Fax:(706)542-5630
E-Mail:emundt@uga.edu
Practice Type:University
A postdoctoral position is available August 1, 2008 in the Department of Population Health at the Poultry Diagnostic Research Center at the University of Georgia, Athens. We are looking for a highly motivated person with interests in avian virology, three years experience in molecular virology and working with poultry in experimental settings. The candidate must have demonstrated critical analysis as evidenced by research publications in peer reviewed journals and the ability to work well in a team-based environment. Research projects will involve the establishment of experimental vaccines to provide protection against enteric viral diseases of poultry. Experiments will be performed using an established challenge model in young chickens. In addition, the work will include the analysis of a data base established by the 454 technology. Interested, qualified applicants should email their CV including names and correspondence of three references to Egbert Mundt, emundt@uga.edu.
Date Posted:March 27, 2008
Contact Person:Sue Clanton
Practice Name:The University of Georgia
Address:953 College Station Road
Athens, GA 30602
Phone:(706)542-5645
Fax:(706)542-0249
E-Mail:sclanton@uga.edu
Hy-Line International is a primary breeding company located in West Des Moines, Iowa that is a leading supplier of layer chicken genetics to over 110 countries worldwide. We have an immediate opening for a Technical Services Veterinarian who would provide technical service in the areas of management, veterinary and nutrition for North American and international customers and for general support of the company's research and production departments through the routine monitoring of disease status of flocks, auditing biosecurity procedures, flock inspections and by providing health documentation to meet breeder chick export requirements. Position Responsibilities: a.. Sign routine export papers for Hy-Line International and Hy-Vac SPF egg supplier b.. Monitor changes in foreign country import requirements and OIE regulations and ensure compliance c.. Conduct monthly breeder flock inspections d.. Respond to requests for technical assistance from Hy-Line North America e.. Travel internationally to provide technical services to customers, make presentations at technical meetings, conduct technical seminars and regional technical schools f.. Assist in writing breeder and commercial layer management guides g.. Work with a world-wide team of veterinary, management, hatchery and nutritional consultants h.. Provide communication between Hy-Line International and state, federal and academic veterinarians i.. Interact with other primary breeder veterinarians on common issues through APPBV (Association of Poultry Primary Breeder Veterinarians j.. Attend poultry technical meetings (AVMA and others) to stay current with the latest research and industry developments and trends k.. Interpret serology and bacteriology results from the Internal Veterinary Services laboratory l.. Develop preventive health care programs for commercial poultry and breeder flocks m.. Perform postmortem exams for production, research, Hy-Line North America and customers to monitor health status of flocks n.. Maintain USDA import permits needed to receive foreign samples o.. Assist in Marek's disease challenge tests p.. Conduct on-site facility inspections to audit biosecurity and management programs to ensure SOP compliance and identify new biosecurity threats q.. Monitor U.S. and worldwide outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Poultry Diseases r.. Advise emergency response team on updates to disease situations occurring worldwide s.. Provide general veterinary support to the commercial team Qualifications & Profile: a.. A DVM degree from a recognized university and USDA veterinary accreditation b.. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills are needed c.. Excellent presentation skills with the ability to present ideas effectively and communicate well at all levels within an organization d.. Minimum English Proficiency of Advanced Mid as defined in the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines Decision Making & Freedom to Act: Hy-Line International believes in allowing its employees the freedom to make decisions and action them in accordance with their ability and level of reporting. This position will have a great deal of latitude to work across departmental boundaries to accomplish objectives. Working Conditions: Global Technical Service Veterinarian position is based at Hy-Line International's Technology Center located in Dallas Center, Iowa. The position is considered to be a minimum of 40 hours per week and typically requires flexibility. The incumbent will be expected to travel both domestically and internationally.