Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Soft Tissue Surgery- Tenure or Clinical Track

2 months ago


Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States Louisiana State University Full time

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Soft Tissue Surgery- Tenure or Clinical Track

Louisiana State University invites applications for an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Soft Tissue Surgery. The LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital has the most board-certified specialists under one roof in Louisiana. Their Companion Animal Surgery service aims to work closely with clients to offer them the highest-quality surgical care possible. They provide state-of-the-art veterinary medicine and surgery while instructing future veterinarians and veterinary surgeons.

One of only 33 veterinary schools in the United States, LSU Vet Med is experiencing unprecedented growth as it seeks to improve and protect the lives of animals and people through superior education, transformational research, and compassionate care. They are dedicated to building a premier team of world-renowned clinicians, educators, and researchers to provide an elite healthcare experience in Louisiana and the region.

LSU has openings for clinical- or tenure-track faculty positions for a soft tissue surgeon to join our team of two surgery faculty members, both ACVS boarded, three surgical residents, two surgical interns, and three full-time nurses. The addition of one more ACVS diplomate would allow us to recruit a fourth surgical resident in the future.

At LSU, surgeons enjoy a new Arthrex Synergy UHD4 imaging platform, 3-D printing, laparoscopy and thoracoscopy, a new Hitachi fluoroscopic C-arm and radiographic system, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, interventional radiology, vessel-sealing devices, smoke evacuation, an I-Loc system, an AO/ASIF/Synthes plating system, and a BioMedtrix total hip replacement system.

Clinical Track Position Requirements

70% - Participate in the Companion Animal Surgery Service of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and cooperate with other clinical faculty in clinical teaching and hospital practice; support the emergency service through the provision or supervision of companion animal surgery.

30% - Scholarly activities to include teaching and collaborative research.

Tenure Track Position Requirements

50% - Participate in the Companion Animal Surgery Service of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and cooperate with other clinical faculty in clinical teaching and hospital practice; support the emergency service through the provision or supervision of companion animal surgery.

50% - Scholarly activities to include teaching and collaborative research.

Minimum Qualifications:

Assistant Professor: DVM or equivalent and must have successfully completed a residency training program accredited by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS) & must be eligible for board certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS).

Associate Professor: DVM or equivalent with five years of related research/teaching/clinical experience & must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) and/or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS)

Full Professor: DVM or equivalent with eight years of experience & must be board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) and/or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS)

Preferred Qualifications (all ranks & academic appointments):

Diplomate in the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.

About Baton Rouge, Louisiana:

The LSU campus is in beautiful Baton Rouge, a vibrant and growing metropolitan area with over 300 years of history. Enjoy amazing culinary experiences, unique architecture, a thriving arts scene, unparalleled musical performances, thrilling sporting events, vibrant festivals and celebrations, and southern hospitality at its finest.

Baton Rouge is just an hour's drive from the international city of New Orleans, the home of Mardi Gras, jazz music, and restaurants that are among the finest in the world. We are surrounded by natural beauty that is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy a short trip to the shores of the Gulf of Mexico for beautiful beaches, or explore the bayous of the Atchafalaya Basin, a vast natural wonder with a storied past. A world of new experiences awaits you in the heart of Louisiana.

Compensation/Benefits: Competitive base salary, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, paid CE, license fees and membership dues, Paid holidays accrued up to 14 days per year, Annual leave accrued up to 14 days per year, paid sick leave accrued up to 12 days per year, wellness, and mentorship programs, and more.

To learn more about LSU Vet Med and Baton Rouge, please visit the links below:

  • LSU Vet Med: A Dynamic Biomedical Campus Shaping the Future of Animal and Human Health - YouTube ( )
  • LSU Vet Med website ( )
  • Baton Rouge visitor information ( )
  • More information regarding retirement and other employee benefits available to you can be found on the LSU Office of Human Resource Management's website ( ).

    How to Apply

    Greenwood Asher & Associates, LLC is assisting Louisiana State University in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

    Inquiries, nominations, and application materials should be directed to Greenwood Asher and Associates. For a complete application package, please provide a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and a list of three references. Submission of application materials as PDF attachments is strongly encouraged. All applications, nominations, and inquiries will remain confidential to the extent allowed under Louisiana law. An offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

    Please direct inquiries, nominations, and application materials to:

    Julie Holley, Associate Vice President of Executive & Search Manager

    Maggie Mayes, Senior Executive Search Consultant

    LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

    Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31 ( ) requires all unclassified employees of the state earning $100,000 or more annually to provide proof of a valid Louisiana driver's license and that all vehicles titled in their name have been titled in the state of Louisiana. Accordingly, successful candidates impacted by La. R.S. 42:31 will be expected to comply with these requirements within 30 days of hire as a condition of employment. Employees must continue to comply throughout the duration of employment.



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