Laboratory Animal Veterinarian
Indianapolis
Friday, 29 May 2026
Lead daily clinical care and health surveillance for rats and mice in barrier and conventional housing environments. Oversight of rodent colony health, including sentinel monitoring programs and pathogen exclusion strategies. Provide guidance on rodent surgical models (e.g., cannulation, tumor implantation, metabolic models)Work closely with research scientists in the development and implementation of animal models. Collaborate with researchers in development of protocols for review by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Perform veterinary reviews for Animal Care and Use Protocols. Monitor and facilitate compliance with all applicable policies and guidelines related to the use of rodents in research. Assist in the development of training modules and providing specialized training to in vivo users. Other potential activities include assessment of outsourcing facilities, mentorship of interns and students, and various leadership opportunities. Basic Qualifications. Must have a DVM or VMD with a minimum of 3 years of experience in Laboratory Animal Medicine. Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1 B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1 B 1, or L-1 Additional Skills/ Preferences. Eligibility to obtain an Indiana Veterinary License and USDA accreditation. Willingness to relocate to the Indianapolis area. Demonstrated hands-on clinical and surgical experience with rats and mice in a research setting. Familiarity with common rodent pathogens, health monitoring programs and biosecurity protocols. Successful completion of a residency in Laboratory Animal Medicine. ACLAM Board certification or eligibility. AAALAC site visit experience. Expertise in rodent-specific anesthesia, analgesia, and perioperative care. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form ( for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.