Assistant Clinical Professor Veterinary Anatomic Pathology
Assistant Clinical Professor Veterinary Anatomic Pathology
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INTRODUCTION
The Department of Pathobiology and Veterinary Science (PVS) in the College of Agriculture Health and Natural Resources (CAHNR) at the University of Connecticut (UConn) invites applications for an 11month nontenure track Assistant Clinical Professor position in Veterinary Anatomic Pathology.
The successful candidate will contribute to the activities at the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (CVMDL) within PVS. CVMDL is an animal health diagnostic laboratory that provides advanced pathology services to UConn researchers external investigators veterinarians state and federal agencies and the public. CVMDL has a significant local and national presence in disease diagnosis. It is the only laboratory in the New England region accredited by the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD). It is also a member of the USDAAPHIS National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) the Food and Drug Administrations Veterinary Laboratory Investigation and Response Network (VetLIRN) and is an authorized laboratory for the National Poultry Improvement Program (NPIP).
The veterinary anatomic pathologist will also contribute to undergraduate education in PVS by teaching existing and new courses in our revised curriculum. Additionally the veterinary pathologist will support graduate education for veterinarians by participating in the PVS 3year MS Anatomic Pathology Residency Program and the upcoming combined residency program in Anatomic Pathology and Laboratory Animal Pathology developed in collaboration with another institution in the region.
The veterinary anatomic pathologist will be responsible for performing postmortem examinations (both gross and microscopic) interpreting pathology and preparing diagnostic reports. The pathologist will also contribute to the development and application of techniques such as immunohistochemistry insitu hybridization and digital pathology (including image analysis) to enhance diagnostic interpretations. This position will support the PVSCVMDL research mission through researchdirected postmortem examinations assistance with study design identification of new disease entities and further characterization of established diseases. The veterinary anatomic pathologist will serve as a local and national resource for expertise in pathology and will actively contribute to the dissemination of findings through publications in peerreviewed journals presentations at scientific meetings and innovative research. Securing grant funding will be essential to support all scholarly activities.
The University of Connecticut maintains stateoftheart core facilities that deliver support in several areas including microscopy imaging flow cytometry and cell sorting genomics transcriptomics proteomics bioinformatics animal maintenance and animal experimentation. The Department of Pathobiologyand the adjacent research Departments within UConn Colleges and Schools such as the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences the School of Pharmacy and the College of Engineering provide a highly interactive scientific community.
PVSis the leading infectious disease and diagnostic unit on the Storrs campus. Our research focuses on microbiology (including bacteriology and virology) pathology and immunology. We are home to the CVMDL and the Center of Excellence for Vaccine Research (CEVR). The PATH undergraduate major offers a PreHealth concentration for professional careers (Veterinary Medical Dental and Physician Assistant schools) a Global Health concentration for students with an interest in Public Health and One Health careers and a Medical Biotechnology concentration for students interested in careers with the biomedical/biotech industry as well as research hospitals and medical centers.
- Ensuring a vibrant agricultural industry and sustainable food supply
- Enhancing health and wellbeing locally nationally and globally
- Promoting justice equity diversity and inclusion in our communities
- Fostering sustainable landscapes across urbanrural interfaces
- Advancing resilience and adaptation in a changing climate
The CAHNR Strategic Visionprovides additional information on the strategic initiatives and their related areas of emphasis.
Founded in 1881 UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the states flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs CT four regional campuses throughout the state and 14 Schools and Colleges including the Ratcliffe Hicks School of Agriculture a Law School in Hartford and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10000 faculty and staff and over 32000 students including 24000 undergraduates and 8000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution among the top public universities in the nation.
The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. The University prioritizes scholarship in areas that include health and environmental sustainability and offers significant opportunity for crossdisciplinary collaborative scholarship in a number of areas including healthy and active communities shoreline and community resilience storm water management and green infrastructure sustainable cities landscape ecology multimodal transportation and digital visualization and spatial analytics. UConn has been recognized as one of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly campuses by a national publication of Sierra magazine. Through research teaching service and outreach UConn embraces diversity and inclusion and cultivates leadership integrity and engaged citizenship in its students faculty staff and alumni.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform gross and microscopic postmortem evaluations to support the PVSCVMDL service and teaching missions.
- In addition to necropsies provide pathology support for research missions through data collection tissue evaluation interpretation of pathologic and other research end points participation in study design and manuscript preparation.
- Perform gross and microscopic postmortem evaluation in support of the UConns Animal Care Services (ACS) unit.
- Provide training to undergraduate and graduate veterinarians through participation in the PVS residency programs.
- Actively participate in the USDANAHLN and AAVLD events.
- Contribute to the development or enhancement of courses within the Pathobiology undergraduate major at PVS.
- Serve as a resource for PVSCVMDL pathology by participation in teaching publications and presentations at local national and international events.
- Lead or collaborate in the development of grant proposal aimed to support research and graduate student training at the CVMDL.
- Lead or collaborate on innovations (e.g. immunohistochemistry in situ hybridization digital pathology) to enhance CVMDLs diagnostic and research capacities.
- As needed perform various duties to help fulfill the overall mission of PVSCVMDL.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- D.V.M./V.M.D. or equivalent degree from a veterinary school accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) or AVMAlisted international veterinary colleges.
- American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or European College of Veterinary Pathologists (ECVP) board eligibility in Veterinary Anatomic Pathology.
- Three years diagnostic pathology experience (may be part of postDVM residency training).
- Experience in working with immunohistochemistry insitu hybridization and digital pathology (image analysis).
- Research experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- ACVP or ECVP board certification in Veterinary Anatomic Pathology.
- Ph.D. in pathology microbiology immunology or related areas of study.
- Management experience.
- Evidence of developing and submitting research fellowships or grant applications to federal funding agencies.
- Experience in working with immunohistochemistry insitu hybridization and digital pathology (image analysis).
- Experience presenting at national or international scientific meetings.
- Teaching experience including lecturing or course development.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a fulltime 11month clinical (nontenure track) position with an anticipated start date of August 22 2025. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent on the successful completion of a preemployment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at Staff Positions Search #498818 submit the following application materials:
- A Cover Letter that addresses how the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications why the applicant is the best fit for the position and how the work at UConn will contribute to one or more of CAHNR strategic priorities;
- Curriculum vitae;
- Teaching Statement 1 page maximum (including teaching philosophy teaching experience commitment to effective learning etc.;
- Research Statement 2 pages maximum (describing your scientific contributions and future research program);
- Diversity Statement 1 page maximum (including broadening participation integrating multicultural experiences in instruction and applying effective pedagogical techniques to meet the needs of diverse learning styles);
- Names and contact information for three references.
Evaluation of applicants will begin February 15 2025 and to ensure full consideration applications should be received no later than March 15 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair Dr. Guillermo Risatti .
At the University of Connecticut our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of and contribute to an inclusive respectful and diverse environment for the University community.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employees unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
