Veterinary Radiology – Clinical Instructor; Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (NTT or TT)

Job Description

The College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Missouri currently seeks candidates for open faculty positions in Veterinary Radiology. We are seeking candidates at all academic ranks: clinical instructor; assistant / associate / full teaching professor (NTT); or assistant / associate / full professor (TT). The Radiology Service provides multiple services for large and small animals, delivering high-quality diagnostic images in a safe environment. We currently provide imaging studies that utilize radiography, computed tomography, ultrasonography, magnetic resonance imaging, scintigraphy, and positron emission tomography. The incumbent will join an energetic, collegial imaging program consisting of 4 boarded radiologists and a double boarded radiologist/radiation oncologist.

General Duties and Responsibilities will be:

• Participate actively in clinical and teaching responsibilities of the radiology section.
• Instruct, train, and mentor house officers and graduate students.
• Perform section or departmental administrative service as indicated.
• Non-Tenure Track candidates are expected to engage in scholarly activity including collaborative research activities.
• Tenure Track candidates are expected to develop a successful research program that compliments research performed by other departmental, college, or university faculty.

Open positions are 12-month appointments. Candidates can request a position workload between 75% and 100% FTE. Those who elect a less than 100% FTE position will be afforded time for external consultation and work. These positions will be considered for either hybrid or on-site work arrangements.

The Veterinary Health Center at the University of Missouri sees nearly 20,000 animals per year for specialized diagnoses and treatment. The VHC and the Radiology service possesses top-of-the line imaging and diagnostic equipment including:

• A 640-slice Canon Aquilion One CT scanner
• A Canon Infinx I Core fluoroscopy unit obtained in 2021 capable of cone beam CT acquisition
• New Canon Galan 3 Tesla MRI for small and large animals
• A new Asto standing CT scanner for use in Equine diagnostic imaging
• A Canon Celesteion PET/CT scanner with a wide bore gantry
• 2 state-of-the-art Canon Aplio-800 Ultrasound machines
• Two fixed small animal x-ray machines with Canon Digital Radiograhic capture system
• Fixed column and portal x-ray generators with Cannon Wireless Digital Radiograhic detectors
• Equistand II nuclear scintigraphy scanner for both large and small animals
• Sate of the art Radiation Isolation Facility

The MU VHC also offers multiple distinctive imaging modalities through nuclear medicine and the use of radiopharmaceuticals.

The College of Veterinary Medicine at MU is on a mission to educate and train outstanding clinicians and scientists from diverse backgrounds, generate new knowledge, engage stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all of which promote and protect the health and welfare of animals and people. Our Doctor of Veterinary Medicine professional program boasts a unique curricular structure, which provides nearly two years of hands-on training in the college’s general and specialty clinics. Additionally, the College is a leader in the training Undergraduate, Masters, and PhD students in the areas of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Pathobiology. Simply put, our mission is to Teach, Heal, Discover, and Serve.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree (such as VMD, BVSc).
• Diplomate status or eligibility for certification by the American College of Veterinary Radiology, European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging, or completion of diagnostic imaging and radiology residency training by start date.

Candidates will be evaluated based upon the following criteria:

• Communication skills.
• Experience working effectively in dynamic environments.
• Strong work ethic, potential for scholarly productivity, as well as teaching skills and abilities.

Application Materials

Interested candidates should be prepared to attach:

1. Letter stating professional interests and career goals.
2. Professional transcript(s) – Unofficial copies are sufficient for application. Official copies will be required prior to appointment start date.
3. Curriculum Vitae.

Please contact Noah Hartsfield, HR Recruiter, at hartsfieldn@missouri.edu, or Dr. Carol Reinero, Chair of the Search Committee, at reineroc@missouri.edu if you have questions about the position.

Community Information

Our Campus and Our Community
MU is a nationally competitive, global university. Many states fund separate research and land-grant universities, but Missouri combines those roles at its flagship institution. MU is both a land-grant university with a statewide mission of service to citizens and Missouri’s largest public research university. Mizzou is one of only five universities nationwide that offers law, medicine, veterinary medicine, and a nuclear research reactor on one campus.

MU is a national leader in comparative medicine, in which researchers collaborate by sharing discoveries, innovations and treatments for humans and animals. For more about the College of Veterinary Medicine and our impact on Missouri, the nation, and the world, go to:

• University of Missouri/College of Veterinary Medicine- http://cvm.missouri.edu/
• Veterinary Health Center- http://www.vmth.missouri.edu/
• Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab- http://vmdl.missouri.edu/

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Here are a variety of links that provide insights to this special place to live:

• Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau - http://www.visitcolumbiamo.com/
• Columbia-Downtown Association - http://www.discoverthedistrict.com/
• Columbia Public Schools - http://www.columbia.k12.mo.us/
  

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-7976.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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• Know Your Rights English Version
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