Animal procurement, husbandry, facility operations, technical and veterinary support
Mission
The WashU Division of Comparative Medicine (DCM) provides professional and technical services for laboratory animal care, veterinary medical services, and animal research project support for Washington University faculty, students, and employees. DCM maintains a high standard for humane animal care and use, necessary to the pursuit and achievement of scientific excellence. In doing so, we foster a workplace culture where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. Through professionalism, collaboration, and shared responsibility, we strengthen our people and our performance.
Vision
The Division of Comparative Medicine (DCM) provides exceptional support in pursuing scientific excellence and advancing medicine to improve human health, while maintaining an unwavering commitment to humane animal care and welfare at Washington University. We are equally committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered, prioritizing workforce stability and building institutional knowledge that reinforces ethical leadership, opportunity, and enduring value.
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Unit Number: 000936 Upcoming Site Visit: Summer 2027 |
D16-00245 (A3381-01) |
43-R-0008 |
Star Employee Nominations
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- Phone: 314-362-3700
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