Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Large Animal Surgery
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Large Animal Surgery
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The VirginiaMaryland College of Veterinary Medicine (VMCVM) Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences Blacksburg VA invites applications from qualified individuals for a fulltime calendaryear clinical nontenure or tenure track faculty position in Large Animal Surgery at the rank of Assistant Associate or full Professor. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our team supporting the teaching clinical service and research goals of the College. A commitment to the values of creating a community that fosters a respectable working environment is critical for this role. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere and a desire to participate in a diverse dynamic community are essential.
The successful candidate will share service and teaching responsibilities with faculty members in Large Animal Surgery. The duties of this position have an emphasis toward clinical service including shared afterhours emergency coverage. Applicants must be committed to excellent patient care exceptional client service and strong referring veterinarian relationships. The large animal surgery caseload is varied and consists of approximately 80% equine and 20% other species (e.g. small ruminant South American camelid porcine). The successful candidate will join a team environment working closely with colleagues in the large animal internal medicine service equine field service equine podiatry and production management medicine service.
Scholarly activity and participation in collaborative research will be expected with a clinical nontenure track faculty position. The expectations for tenure track applicants include development of an independent research program. This professional will contribute to clinical experiential didactic laboratory and small group instruction of DVM students. The successful candidate will join the surgical faculty in support of our combined ACVS residency training/MS degree program through participation in resident seminars journal club morbidity mortality rounds and clinical and research training.
Required Qualifications
DVM or equivalent degree and successful completion of a residency training program approved by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS).
Must be eligible for a Virginia faculty veterinary license.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Must demonstrate a commitment to fostering a climate that emphasizes mutual respect and understanding in working and learning environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Status as a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS).
Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in biomedical sciences are preferred.
Pay Band
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Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
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Review Date
5/23/2025
Additional Information
Applications must include:
1. A letter of interest describing the candidates professional goals related to teaching clinical service and research as well as a vision for their role in the college community.
2. A curriculum vitae.
3. Names email mailing address and telephone numbers of three (3) references.
Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin on May 23 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Please send inquiries to Dr. Chris Byron Chair of Search Committee ().
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Carli Dotsonat during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
