Assistant/Associate Professor of Dermatology

Description

The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences at the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tennessee is inviting applications for a clinical or tenure-track (Assistant/Associate Professor) faculty position in dermatology. The successful candidate is expected to add to the department’s reputation and make contributions to the teaching, service, and research program of the College.

The successful applicant will be one of two veterinary dermatologists. Two residents in dermatology, rotating interns, technicians and veterinary assistants complete the dermatology team at UTCVM. There is an excellent caseload with a wide spectrum of dermatology cases.

The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences has clinical specialists in internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, neurology, anesthesiology, ophthalmology, emergency/critical care, behavior, dentistry, physical therapy and nutrition. In addition, there are opportunities to work with the large animal and avian and zoological medicine services on dermatology cases. The faculty promote excellence in patient care and teaching of both veterinary students and house officers.

The successful candidate is expected to continue to develop and provide service in the dermatology sector of the college. The candidate will have teaching responsibilities in the dermatology course for pre-clinical veterinary students as well as the clinical dermatology rotation. The successful candidate will participate in training of residents enrolled in an American College of Veterinary Dermatology approved residency training program.

Opportunities for collaborative research and for the development of an independent research program are available. Expectations in this regard will depend on the candidate’s background as well as effort allocation.

The candidate should have excellent spoken and written communication skills and the ability to interface well with clinical colleagues, students and clients. Salary and rank are dependent on qualifications and experience.

The City of Knoxville is a hidden gem with a beautiful and walkable downtown, varied nightlife, active neighborhoods, and eclectic shopping and restaurants. UT is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains.

Qualifications

The applicant must have a DVM or equivalent degree. Certification by the American College of Veterinary Dermatology (ACVD), the European College of Veterinary Dermatology (ECVD), the Asian College of Veterinary Dermatology or as a Fellow of the Dermatology Chapter of the ANZCVS is preferred. Also, eligible to apply are candidates who have successfully completed a residency training program accredited by the ACVD or the ECVD and are eligible for board certification by the ACVD or ECVD.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates are invited to submit a curriculum vitae and a letter of intent stating professional goals and interests as well as the names and addresses of three references to apply.interfolio.com/87234 .

Questions can be sent to the search chair, Dr. Andrew Cushing, BVSc, MRSVS, Dipl. ACZM at acushin1@utk.edu.

For additional information, applicants are directed to visit the University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine web site at: www.vet.utk.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or eoa@utk.edu or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ. Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or investigations@utk.edu .