How much does a Research Veterinarian make in Colorado? The average Research Veterinarian salary in Colorado is $139,686 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $115,447 and $168,098. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Research Veterinarian Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Research Veterinarian Salary $93,379 CO March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Research Veterinarian Salary $115,447 CO March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Research Veterinarian Salary $139,686 CO March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Research Veterinarian Salary $168,098 CO March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Research Veterinarian Salary $193,965 CO March 26, 2024
25% $115,447 10% $93,379 90% $193,965 75% $168,098 $139,686 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Communication Skills: Communication skills are your ability to share or understand information, ideas, and feelings successfully.

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Anesthesia: Administering and controlling sedations and narcotics to help patients relieve pain during various surgeries and treatments.

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Laboratory Testing: Performing medical procedures and testing of blood and urine samples or body substances to determine appropriate diagnosis and treatments.

Communication Skills 11.5%
Anesthesia 11.5%
Laboratory Testing 0.35%
Others 76.65%

Job Description for Research Veterinarian

Research Veterinarian provides medical services in support of the health of animals that are part of medical research and studies. Prescribes medications, establishes and administers treatment plans, and performs surgeries on animals. Being a Research Veterinarian provides oversight of animal care and laboratory protocols to ensure compliance with veterinary standards and statutory requirements. Requires an applicable state license to practice. Additionally, Research Veterinarian requires a PhD in veterinary medicine. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Research Veterinarian's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Jefferson, CO Avg. Salary $139,412 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agate, CO Avg. Salary $136,536 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguilar, CO Avg. Salary $131,195 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akron, CO Avg. Salary $132,701 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamosa, CO Avg. Salary $131,195 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allenspark, CO Avg. Salary $143,109 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alma, CO Avg. Salary $139,823 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Almont, CO Avg. Salary $140,507 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amherst, CO Avg. Salary $130,099 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Anton, CO Avg. Salary $138,042 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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