Faculty positions in Diagnostic Imaging

Located in Ithaca N.Y. Cornell University is a bold innovative inclusive and dynamic teaching and research university where staff faculty and students alike are challenged to make an enduring contribution to the betterment of humanity. Cornell University is one of the largest and most diverse institutions in the Ivy League. We are a community of 22000 students and more than 10000 faculty and staff members representing more than 80 countries and hundreds of disciplinesglobal cultures backgrounds experiences perspectives and ideas. The College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University is recognized internationally as a leader in public health biomedical research animal medicine and veterinary medical education. Ranked consistently as one of the best veterinary colleges in the nation the Colleges strength is due to its strategic breadth of focus areas and its depth of expertise in each of those areas; the achievements of its faculty staff alumni and students; and its commitment to diversity and inclusiveness.

The Department of Clinical Sciences in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University invites applications for two faculty positions (clinical track or tenure track) in the Section of Diagnostic Imaging. The Section includes two tenuretrack and two clinicaltrack faculty members with the goals of supporting robust preclinical and clinical research programs providing excellent clinical/diagnostic services in the Hospital and maintaining a strong teaching and outreach program. The successful candidates would join a section of four boardcertified radiologists supported by seven experienced licensed technicians (LVT and RT) five imaging residents and a fulltime biomedical engineer working in a comprehensive stateofthe art teaching and referral hospital. Approximately 13000 imaging examinations are performed annually.

Diagnostic imaging equipment in the Cornell University Hospital for Animals includes two multiplate AGFA CR readers two wireless DR detectors a Phillips RF special procedures room a flatpanel Ziehm Carm for intraoperative imaging a Toshiba Vantage Atlas 1.5 T MR and a 16 slice Toshiba AquilionLB CT both equipped for small and large animal examinations a planar gamma camera linked to a MIE computer isolation facilities for radioiodine therapy and two ultrasound units (Phillips Epiq and iU22 with 5 transducers each and elastography capability. The Imaging equipment is integrated via DICOM modality worklist through the medical record system and images are archived and viewed with Carestream PACS including both diagnostic and browserindependent web software (PC Mac iPad). Integrated 3D software is included. Multiple diagnostic workstations are equipped with dual 2 or 3 MP monitors.

Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine is a fulfilling place to work with ample opportunity for a robust and rewarding career for a clinical and research oriented faculty member. The teaching hospital provides a diverse and challenging small exotic and large animal caseload and is wellequipped and supported for clinical research. Extensive opportunities for independent and collaborative research exist at the Veterinary College and throughout the University including Weill Medical College and technology campuses in New York City. Candidates with a special interest in equine diagnostic imaging can find unique opportunities for developing their clinical and research interests at our satellite equine referral hospital (Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists) on the backstretch of the Belmont racetrack. Candidates with a small animal focus can develop consultation arrangements and collaborative research opportunities with the collegeowned and affiliated small animal specialty emergency and referral practice in Stamford Connecticut (Cornell University Veterinary Specialists).

Candidates must have a degree in Veterinary Medicine. Board certification in Veterinary Radiology (ACVR or ECVDI) is preferred but candidates who have recently completed an approved residency in Veterinary Radiology will be considered.

Distribution of effort in the Section and Department will be determined in accordance with the service needs academic priorities and the candidates expertise and academic goals in diagnostic imaging. Flexible/nontraditional work schedules will be considered to meet individual needs to attain work/life balance. Clinical teaching and service in the Cornell University Hospital for Animals lecture and laboratory instruction of veterinary students and house officers and independent and collaborative research are negotiable.

Clinical duties require flexible working hours that may include daytime evening and weekend responsibilities. The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively with all of the sections in the Hospital.

Salary rank and title will be commensurate with academic credentials and experience.

Easy campustocampus bus transportation allows one to explore or work in NYC while enjoying the Ithaca is Gorges lifestyle. Cornell is located in Ithaca on the shores of Cayuga Lake in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of New York. Ithaca is a vibrant city with art museums theaters and a diverse selection of restaurants. It is within driving distance of several large metropolitan centers awardwinning wineries and downhill skiing areas. Ithaca is a naturelovers paradise with ample opportunity for outdoor activities.

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell Universitys heritage. Were an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

For more information go to: or contact Dr. Ursula Krotscheck Chair of the Search Committee at .

Electronic application submission is through Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline/ajo/jobs/9234 .

The required sections of the application include a cover letter describing your research interests teaching philosophy and clinical interests curriculum vitae and email addresses for letter requests of 3 referees who will be invited to upload their letters at this site. Please ensure the email notify writer on submit box is selected upon submission. If you have concerns with submitting your references online please contact the Chair of the Search Committee.

Review of applications will begin on July 1 2017 and continue until the positions are filled.

University Job Title:

Lecturer

Level:

No Grade Annual

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Jessica Divell

Number of Openings:

1

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell Universitys heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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