The jobholder is responsible for the maintenance and development of relationships with university key opinion leaders, including faculty, residents, interns, staff and students.  The jobholder is also responsible for outreach and development of programs specific to assigned universities, including Veterinary Student Ambassadors, University Feeding Program and sample programs.  The jobholder is also responsible for participation in events associated with the university program, including (but not limited to) regional and national conferences, meetings with internal and external stakeholders and university symposia.  The jobholder will also network to develop opportunities for clinical research and the Royal Canin Nutritional Education Program.   

What are we looking for?

• Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (active license – at least 1 state)

• 3+ years’ experience as a veterinary practitioner, internship, co-ops AND/OR residency (small, companion animal experience preferred)

• Excellent scientific communication and presentation skills

• Excellent PC skills (Microsoft Word/PowerPoint/Teams/OneNote)

• Ability to work independently with minimal direction

• Ability to travel up to 75% within territory (Company car eligible)

• Ability to travel nights and weekends and make own travel arrangements

What will be your key responsibilities?

1.    Develop and expand relationships with strategic players and key opinion leaders in academia and university environments to further the understanding, acceptance and promulgation of Mars and Royal Canin scientific research specific to our therapeutic and retail diet lines.
2.    Continue development and implementation of student ambassador programs and opportunities including onboarding strategy.
3.    Elevate Royal Canin US status as a thought leader through scientific and nutrition presentations and consultations at university events.
4.    Provide scientific support (training/consultations) on the therapeutic and retail diet lines for key opinion leaders and students in university settings.
5.    Manage university student ambassadors at assigned universities to promote brand growth and development.
6.    Promote brand awareness through the Royal Canin University Feeding Program and manage enrollment and expansion of this program at assigned universities.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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