Clinical Assistant Professor - Large Animal Surgery
- Employer
- University of Wisconsin - Madison, School of Veterinary Medicine
- Location
- Wisconsin, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Oct 13, 2020
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Health & Medicine, Veterinary Sciences
- Employment Level
- Non-Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
University of Wisconsin
Clinical Assistant Professor – Large Animal Surgery
The Department of Surgical Sciences at the University of Wisconsin,
School of Veterinary Medicine is soliciting applications for 1
full-time Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor in Large Animal
Surgery. The successful candidate will join the Large Animal
Surgery Section, which is comprised of 3 full-time ACVS Diplomates
(including 1 ACVSMR double boarded surgeon), 3 residents/interns,
and a dynamic group of certified veterinary technicians.
The Large Animal Surgery is located within UW Veterinary Care which
includes state-of-the-art facilities with equipment such as
endoscopy, mechanical ventilation, dialysis, tomotherapy, digital
radiography, outpatient ultrasonography, computed tomography, MRI.
We provide 24/7 service to the Small, Large, and Exotic animal
sections and are affiliated with the Henry Vilas Zoo.
Qualifications: DVM or equivalent. American College of Veterinary
Surgeons Board Certified or Board Eligible as a result of advanced
training in Large Animal Surgery. Applicants with experience in
surgery in species such as large ruminants, camelids, etc. are
encouraged to apply. Must be licensed to practice Veterinary
Medicine in the State of Wisconsin
Responsibilities include Clinical service within the Section of
Large Animal Surgery at UW Veterinary Care including daytime and
emergency duty, and back-up on call support to large animal surgery
residents and technicians. Participation in clinical and didactic
teaching of veterinary students and residents in large animal
surgery.
Up to 26 weeks of clinical duty per year. Will cover an equitable
portion of lecture and laboratory teaching shared with the section
(most recently averaging 10-15 lectures and 10-15 laboratories per
year). Required to be capable of lifting up to 40 pounds, standing
or walking for prolonged periods, able to reach and/or climb a
ladder, kneel or sit on the floor, bending, squatting, and/or
twisting.
Distribution of time is expected to be approximately Clinical
practice 60%, Other services 40% (Teaching, Research and
Service).
The UW-Madison campus and the surrounding area have many enriching
opportunities. Madison has been named the most bike-friendly city;
the Dane County Farmer's Market is one of the largest in the
nation; Madison has the most restaurants per capita of any U.S.
city; Madison consistently ranks as a top community in which to
live, work, and play; and the University is nationally recognized
for academics, research, and athletics. Please see the following
link for more information: http://greatermadisonchamber.com/about-madison/visitor-info.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an equal opportunity
employer that embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will
create a climate that attracts people from all races,
nationalities, disabilities and genders. We strongly encourage
underrepresented minorities to apply.
This position is available currently and applications will be
accepted until the position is filled.
This position is being announced simultaneously with PVL 226919;
please note only one vacancy exists. Having two position vacancy
listings allows the School of Veterinary Medicine to consider
candidates with both tenure-track credentials and non-tenure track
credentials for this position.
To apply for this position, please upload a cover letter, resume,
and a document listing three professional references. If you have
questions, please contact Lori Chamberlain at
lori.mitchell@wisc.edu, 608-263-5633.
Specific questions about the position can be directed to Dr.
Sabrina Brounts at
sabrina.brounts@wisc.edu or Dr. Samantha Morello at
sam.morello@wisc.edu.
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