Veterinary Pharmacy Residency
Gain advanced postdoctoral training in veterinary clinical pharmacy and therapeutics and prepare to deliver comprehensive medication-related care to veterinary patients across a broad spectrum of conditions. Your training will position you to pursue board certification in veterinary pharmacy and diplomate status through the International College of Veterinary Pharmacy.
During this 12-month program, build on foundational knowledge learned through your Doctor of Pharmacy program by participating in both inpatient and outpatient pharmacy services in our small and large animal hospitals. Get hands-on experience in direct patient care, clinical research, practice management, teaching, and regulatory compliance. You’ll also complete a clinical research project and help teach veterinary and pharmacy students.
The residency will begin on the first Monday in July and conclude June 30 of the following year (or the preceding Friday if June 30 falls on a weekend).
Training and Experience
Create a personalized training plan based on your interests, goals, and previous experiences. Become a well-rounded veterinary pharmacy professional by developing core competencies in:
- Veterinary pharmacology and therapeutics
- Clinical research methodology
- Pharmacy leadership and administration
- Veterinary drug regulations
- Pharmaceutical compounding
- Antimicrobial stewardship
- Teaching and educational outreach
- Drug information and evidence-based decision-making
13 required core rotations will provide a strong foundational knowledge, while two elective rotations can be tailored to your professional aspirations. Two two-week blocks are reserved for research compilation and conference attendance.
Required rotations:
- Orientation (six weeks)
- Small animal internal medicine (four weeks)
- Equine internal medicine (four weeks)
- Food animal medicine and surgery (two weeks)
- Urgent care and critical care (four weeks)
- Dermatology (two weeks)
- Anesthesia (two weeks)
- Avian and exotics (two weeks)
- Oncology (two weeks)
- Cardiology (two weeks)
- Community practice (two weeks)
- Research (two weeks)
Elective rotations:
- Neurology
- Small animal reproduction
- Ophthalmology
- Small animal orthopedic medicine and mobility
- Radiation oncology
- Dentistry
- Nutrition
- Livestock ambulatory
- Hospital administration
- Custom electives may be arranged upon request and feasibility
Application Information and Deadlines
Minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited pharmacy school with a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.), a current Colorado pharmacist license in good standing or eligibility to obtain one, and veterinary education or experience.
Selection of residents is made on the basis of academic achievement, career objectives, letters of recommendation, pharmacy work experience, and education or experience in veterinary medicine or veterinary pharmacy.
To apply, submit the following:
- Letter of intent that states why you want to pursue a veterinary pharmacy residency and how it will help you achieve your career goals
- Curriculum vitae
- Copy of official school transcripts
- Three letters of reference
Email all application materials to Tara Marmulak at [email protected].
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| December 31 | Application deadline |
Contact Us
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Compensation and Benefits
Residents receive a stipend and full tuition coverage. For more information about Colorado State University employee benefits, visit the Human Resources website.
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