AssistantAssociateProfessor- Anesthesia- AZ- College of Veterinary Medicine
AssistantAssociateProfessor- Anesthesia- AZ- College of Veterinary Medicine
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Are you passionate about Anesthesia and committed to teaching and clinical excellence We have a faculty position for you! Midwestern University is dedicated to preparing our students to meet the growing needs of society. We invite passionate and dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team for a fulltime faculty position in Veterinary Anesthesiology that can be tailored to your experiences and career goals. We welcome applicants of any level to apply for this position on either a tenure or clinical track.
Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a fulltime faculty position in Veterinary Anesthesiology. This appointment can be tenuretrack or clinicaltrack depending on the goals of the applicant. The successful candidate will be part of a team of four anesthesiologists who provide clinical services for small and large animal patients in the Animal Health Institute and who participate in anesthesiology clinical skills and elective courses within the DVM curriculum.
The following qualifications are required:
- DVM or equivalent degree
- Must have completed ACVAA or ECVAA residency. Boardcertified candidates will receive preference.
- Must have or be able to obtain within 2 months of start date AZ Veterinary license or AZ Veterinary Faculty license. (Faculty licenses are available for graduates of Colleges of Veterinary Medicine outside of the U.S.
- Evidence of excellent clinical and communication skills
- Demonstrate commitment to client/patientcentered care
- High motivation in teaching veterinary students
- Willingness to engage in collaborative clinical research
- Strong commitment to meeting the needs of students
- A collaborative mindset to foster a team approach to teaching and service
The following qualifications are desirable but not required:
- Teaching experience
- Research experience
- Graduate degree in a relevant field of study
- Additional advanced training
Midwestern University is a private notforprofit organization that provides graduate and professional education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses one in Downers Grove Illinois and one in Glendale Arizona where the College of Veterinary Medicine is located. Glendale is located only 9 miles northwest of Downtown Phoenix which is now the fifthlargest city in the nation. Phoenix and its surrounding areas offer a variety of exciting entertainment options suitable for people of any ages. This includes a diverse range of attractions such as theaters museums zoos aquariums water parks lakes and many scenic trails that are perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. In addition to that within a short driving distance you can find beautiful mountains for skiing and hiking beaches and many national parks for your preferred outdoor adventure.
More than 6700 fulltime students are enrolled in graduate programs in veterinary medicine osteopathic medicine dentistry pharmacy physician assistant studies physical therapy occupational therapy nurse anesthesia cardiovascular perfusion podiatry optometry clinical psychology speechlanguage pathology and biomedical sciences. Over 500 fulltime faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning respect for all members of the healthcare team service interdisciplinary scholarly activity and personal growth. The College of Veterinary Medicine received full accreditation by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education in September of 2018.
The College of Veterinary Medicine is housed in Cactus Wren Hall and in the Animal Health Institute. Cactus Wren Hall is a new facility with ample classrooms teaching laboratories research laboratories conference rooms and offices. The Animal Health Institute is comprised of The Companion Animal Clinic The Large Animal Clinic and The Diagnostic Pathology Center. The Companion Animal Clinic is a modern and innovative veterinary teaching hospital for small animals. The 110000 sq. ft. building contains stateoftheart medical surgical internal medicine dental and urgent care facilities. Additional patient services include neurology physical therapy cardiology and therapeutic plasma exchange. The clinic also offers fullservice shelter medicine clinical pathology and microbiology laboratories. In addition to outstanding clinical facilities and equipment the Companion Animal Clinic houses a pharmacy a large and wellequipped surgery teaching laboratory simulated examination rooms for clinical communications training using standardized clients/patients and ample conference and smallgroup meeting rooms. Adjacent to the Companion Animal Clinic is the Large Animal Clinic which houses large animal teaching and treatment facilities and small herds of cattle and horses. The Diagnostic Pathology Center offers a full range of anatomical pathology and forensic pathology services and contains ample teaching spaces.
Our team is looking for a faculty member that is a lifelong learner that thrives in a positive environment where the next generation of veterinarians is being trained. Our mission is to improve animal and human life through innovative veterinary education and stateoftheart health care services. We are looking for a veterinary anesthesiologist with a strong interest in teaching that is excited about participating in the growth of a young veterinary college and having a role in shaping its teaching and clinical independent research is not a requirement for clinical track positions scholarly activity is expected of all faculty members. Evidence of interest and experience in research will be considered an asset. We are committed to growing our employees knowledge and skills at our beautiful facilities. Come join our school to help us develop a strong culture of inclusivity and wellbeing with generous time off and benefits.
If you would like to learn more about this position please submit your application through Midwestern Universitys online job board at Your online application should include a letter of intent and a curriculum vitae with the names and contact information (including email addresses) of at least three professional references. Please note that although faculty positions are usually listed as Assistant Professor initial appointment at a higher rank is possible based on the academic experience of the applicant.
For more information about this position please contact:
Anderson da Cunha DVM MS (him his ele)
Director Companion Animal Clinic
Head Specialty Medicine Department
Professor of Anesthesiology
Midwestern University
College of Veterinary Medicine
5715 W Utopia Rd.
Glendale AZ 85308
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past current or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class in accord withall federal state and local laws including 41 C.F.R. 601.4(a) 250.5(a) 300.5(a) and 741.5(a). Midwestern University complies with the SmokeFree Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36601.01 and the Smoke Free Illinois Act 410 ILCS 82/. Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
