It’s an exciting time to join United Therapeutics! As we embark upon the first of its kind xenotransplantation clinical trial, we’re looking for someone with superior knowledge of anatomy and hands on surgical experience to join us as a XenoOrgan Procurement Surgeon / Surgical Specialist. Your background could be as a large animal Veterinarian, a Registered Nurse First Assistant, or even as a military medic or surgical nurse with the completion of a surgical residency program.
This role will be the expert on conducting complex surgical procedures to procure organs from large animals for human xenotransplantation, ensuring ethical treatment and comprehensive care for donor animals. This role will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, comply with cGMP, veterinary and medical regulations, and engage in research to improve xenotransplant techniques. When not performing surgical procedures, this role will be hands on assisting with animal care, maintaining detailed records on animals, and cleaning and disinfecting the facility. You will also be required to develop SOPs and manage the secure transport of procured organs to recipient hospitals.
Minimum Requirements
- Surgical Experience: 8+ years of experience in large animal surgery, preferably in pig models, or 8+ years in general surgery
- 5+ years of experience working with anesthesiologists and related support staff
- Understanding of hardware, software, and readouts from imaging, telemetry, and other medical or surgical equipment as needed
- Ability to learn human transplant surgery protocols and procedures
- Proficiency in advanced surgical technologies and equipment
- Understanding of ethical considerations in animal and human medical practices
- Physical Demands:
- Lift 75 lbs to waist level
- Carry 50 lbs
- Push/Pull 200 lbs on wheels
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in abdominal and thoracic surgery
- Experience in transplant surgery, preferably in pig or animal models
- Experience with cross-species organ compatibility and immunology
- Experience with working knowledge of transplant immunology and immunosuppression
Job Location and Travel
This position is located in Christiansburg, VA. This position will require travel up to 25%. Relocation assistance is available.
About United Therapeutics
At United Therapeutics, our mission and vision are one. We use our enthusiasm, creativity, and persistence to innovate for the unmet medical needs of our patients and to benefit our other stakeholders. We are bold and unconventional. We have fun, we do good.
To Apply
To apply, please submit an application here: https://vhr-unither.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/details/XenoOrgan-Procurement-Surgeon-Surgical-Specialist_R03976?q=xeno.