Vice President, Forensic Sciences

Vice President, Forensic Sciences - ASPCA

The Vice President (VP), Forensic Sciences, reporting to the Vice President, Cruelty Response, leads the Forensic Sciences department, which consists of both the New York City and Gainesville, Florida-based teams.

Summary:

The VP partners with the Criminal Practice & Investigations (CPI) and National Field Response (NFR) departments to successfully operationalize criminal cases and meet the organization's annual case response goals. The VP ensures that forensic assistance is provided to law enforcement agencies for the successful investigation and prosecution of animal cruelty and animal fighting cases.

In support of the ASPCA's partnership with the NYPD, the VP oversees the work of the New York City-based veterinary forensics team, which provides forensic assistance to the NYPD and NYC District Attorney's Offices.

Key Responsibilities:
- Leads the integration of the Forensic Sciences department into the Cruelty Response vertical
- Sets and implements a strategic vision aligned with the ASPCA's organizational priorities
- Oversees all aspects of the department's forensics work, including forensic examinations, report-writing, and testimony
- Guides teaching, extern- and internship programs
- Serves as an organizational expert and spokesperson on forensic science matters

Qualifications:
- DVM or VMD degree, and certification or other advanced qualification in veterinary pathology preferred
- Minimum of 8 years of combined relevant experience
- Minimum of 8 years of management experience
- Familiarity with evidentiary issues related to animal cruelty and fighting cases
- Experience working cooperatively with law enforcement

This is a remote position but requires travel to NYC and Gainesville, FL locations, and potential travel for case deployments (roughly 40%).