Principal Veterinarian
Company: RPM ReSearch
Location: Reno
Posted on: January 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Principal LAM Veterinarian –
Mixed Species Facility, Reno NV Location: Reno, Nevada (minutes
from Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevadas) Reports to: General
Manager, Reno Site Direct Reports: Veterinarians & IACUC
Administrators (with opportunity to expand to vet tech supervision,
surgery oversight, or additional leadership as site grows) Why Join
Us? Ask anyone on our veterinary team why they chose this company
and this site, and you’ll hear a common theme: the people, the
culture, and the balance. Many of our newer veterinarians came from
academia or companion animal practice, only to discover that here
they found: Support for life outside of work. Starting a family,
pursuing personal goals, or just needing real work-life balance; we
celebrate that, not penalize it. A collaborative, team-first
environment. No silos, no “that’s not my job” attitudes. When
animal welfare is at stake, everyone steps up. A place to grow.
Whether your path is clinical, specialized (surgery, imaging,
advanced procedures), or leadership, we invest in your development
and give you a clear ladder to climb. Location, location, location.
Reno offers all the advantages of a smaller city while being
minutes from skiing, hiking, and the beauty of Lake Tahoe What
You’ll Do As a Principal Veterinarian, you’ll serve as both a
scientific leader and a mentor within our Laboratory Animal
Medicine (LAM) team. Your role blends hands-on clinical work with
strategic leadership and client engagement. Veterinary Leadership:
Provide oversight for staff and senior veterinarians, along with
IACUC administrators. Mentor new veterinarians, many transitioning
from companion animal practice. Foster a collaborative, fast-paced,
flexible team culture where every day is different. Client
Engagement: Lead client-facing veterinary discussions, relieving
the Attending Vet from taking every call. Translate regulatory
knowledge and clinical expertise into clear communication for
sponsors. Clinical Excellence: Perform and supervise advanced
procedures (ophthalmic, neurological, surgical, anesthetic). Help
develop and implement new techniques, protocols, and animal welfare
initiatives. Be a thought partner in “can we do this?” sponsor
requests as well as lead the charge in making it possible.
Innovation & Mentorship: Champion new ideas in veterinary practice
and animal welfare, helping us move beyond “we’ve always done it
this way.” Mentor veterinarians in both clinical medicine and
career development, whether toward specialization or management
tracks. On-Call Rotation One week on-call rotation (Monday–Sunday),
shared across the vet team. Compensation includes: $500 bonus for
being on-call. Choice of a comp day or $150/hour after-hours pay
for time worked. Most vets choose comp days, though one week of
emergencies recently meant a colleague paid for a family trip with
her overtime check! What We’re Looking For DVM/VMD with ACLAM board
certification (or eligibility). Experience in laboratory animal
medicine and regulatory requirements. Strong communication skills:
comfortable on client calls and mentoring colleagues. A team player
who thrives in a fast-paced, flexible environment where the
unexpected is part of the job. Leadership potential: whether as a
people manager, a clinical specialist, or both. Red flags for us:
needing rigid schedules, reluctance to adapt in the moment, or an
inability to collaborate when things get busy. What Sets Reno Apart
A site that genuinely values animal welfare and innovation , with
dedicated Animal Welfare Specialists. A young, energetic team that
loves coming to work (several tell us daily, “I love my job”).
Regular site-wide appreciation events such as food trucks, coffee
trucks, ice cream socials, and team lunches. Leadership that
ensures you’re seen and heard through one-on-ones, open
communication, and development planning. Career Growth There are
new veterinary career ladder opens doors for Principal Vets to:
Pursue specialization in surgery, imaging, or advanced procedures.
Transition into managerial leadership with expanded oversight of
vet techs or surgical teams. Continue to grow clinically while
carving out a niche that excites you.
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