eGenesis, Inc.

Clinical Veterinarian

eGenesis, Inc.  •  Madison, WI (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

ABOUT eGENESIS

eGenesis is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing human-compatible engineered organs to address the severe global organ shortage. The Company’s proprietary genome engineering platform enables extensive, multiplex gene edits to remove key biological barriers, add protective human transgenes, and inactivate endogenous retroviruses. EGEN-2784, a genetically engineered porcine kidney, is the Company’s lead program and is currently being evaluated in a multi-patient Expanded Access study at MGH. eGenesis is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

At eGenesis, our core values—innovation, collaboration, compassion, resilience, and passion—are at the center of how we work. We engineer hope and bring passion to everything we do. We collaborate and learn from one another, combining diverse expertise to tackle complex challenges. We innovate boldly, pushing boundaries and science to new heights. where no pig organ has gone before. With resilience, we navigate challenges and celebrate progress together. And in all we do, we lead with compassion—for our patients, our people, and our pigs.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Clinical Veterinarian maintains clinical oversight of the research grade pig population and surrogate herd for the eGenesis site. This role places a strong emphasis on herd health management, disease prevention and clinical decision making to ensure the stability and wellbeing of the pig population. Additionally, this individual will manage personnel of the veterinary team, support in vivo studies and advise on regulatory compliance related to animal activities.

  • DVM or VMD from AVMA-accredited institution; may substitute completion of ECFVG program for graduates of non-AVMA schools
  • Veterinary license in at least one state; must attain Wisconsin licensure within 6 months of hire
  • DEA Registration for maintenance of controlled drugs on site
  • USDA Accreditation Category II
  • 3-5 years of relevant veterinary experience working with swine, including clinical and herd health management experience
  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
  • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
  • Interpersonal skills necessary to manage others
  • Ability to work on call schedule: As essential personnel, occasional animal work outside of normal business hours or availability for emergency response may be required but very limited
  • ACLAM board certification or residency training in laboratory animal medicine with eligibility to take ACLAM board exam
  • Background in either swine management/research or experience in breeding/neonate management of any species. Significant swine medicine experience desired.
  • 1-3 years of management experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands or arms, lift, and operate a computer. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust to focus. The employee frequently is required to lift laboratory supplies and equipment within the daily routine. The employee will be required to handle and work with large animals on a daily basis.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position will be required to shower-in into the animal facility to perform the required tasks. This position operates in multiple environments, including office, laboratory, and animal husbandry environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

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eGenesis, Inc.

About eGenesis, Inc.

eGenesis is revolutionizing the field of transplantation with an unparalleled, multiplexed gene editing platform for the development of human-compatible organs, tissues and cells. Harnessing the latest gene-editing techniques, eGenesis’ mission is to solve the global organ shortage crisis by developing a scalable alternative to allotransplantation.

eGenesis is reinvigorating the field of xenotransplantation by addressing the key virology and immunology hurdles that have prevented its advancement to date, and is developing commercially-viable products to save and improve the lives of patients who are waiting for an organ transplant.

Industry
Biotech & Life Sciences
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
Year Founded
2015
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