Clinical Asst/Assoc Prof of Large Animal Emergency and Critical Care

3 weeks ago


Blacksburg, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Description

The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine (VMCVM) Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, Blacksburg, VA, invites applications from qualified individuals for a full-time, calendar-year, clinical non-tenure track faculty position in Large Animal Emergency and Critical Care. 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 belonging, equity, and inclusion are 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 emergency service and teaching responsibilities with faculty members in the Large Animal Internal Medicine and Large Animal Surgery services. The duties of this position have an emphasis toward clinical service in after-hours emergency coverage. This position offers a unique opportunity to have a major role in design and implementation of a dedicated large animal emergency service, including expansion of emergency and critical care exposure for veterinary students. Applicants must be committed to excellent patient care, exceptional client service, and strong referring veterinarian relationships. The large animal hospital 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, Large Animal Surgery Service, Equine Field Service, and Production Management Medicine Service.

Scholarly activity and participation in collaborative research commensurate with a non-tenure track faculty position will be expected. The successful candidate will have opportunities to contribute to clinical experiential, didactic, laboratory, and small group instruction of DVM students. The successful candidate will also contribute to instruction of interns and residents enrolled in ACVS, ACVIM, and ABVP training programs.

The VMCVM has four campuses: Blacksburg, VA - Main campus at Virginia Tech; Leesburg, VA - Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center; Roanoke, VA – Animal Cancer Care and Research Center; College Park, MD - University of Maryland. Blacksburg is a friendly university town in southwest Virginia near the Blue Ridge Mountains, less than 20 miles from the Appalachian Trail and Jefferson National Forest, and within driving proximity to major metropolitan cities. For further information about the College, please visit our web site at .

Required Qualifications

This position requires a DVM or equivalent degree and successful completion of a residency training program approved by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS), American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM), and/or American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (ACVECC). Candidates are required to have 3 or more years of clinical experience in large animal emergency management, which can include experience during residency training. Candidates must be eligible for a Virginia faculty veterinary license and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is also required.

Preferred Qualifications

Status as a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS), American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM), and/or American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (ACVECC) and an advanced degree (MS/PhD) in biomedical sciences are preferred.

Pay Band

Faculty; Salary

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Faculty; Salary - to commensurate with experience 

Review Date

04/15/2024

Additional Information

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 hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight , a , a college, , and . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous and . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

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