Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Orthopedic Surgery

Description

The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences at The University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track or clinical track faculty member in small animal surgery. Depending on qualifications and experience, the position is at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level. Requirements include the DVM/VMD or equivalent degree and completion of a formal surgery residency and certification or eligibility for certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the Department’s reputation by participation in clinical, didactic and laboratory teaching of small animal surgery to veterinary students, interns, and residents; participation in continuing education at the local and national levels; and development of a basic science or clinical research program or other forms of scholarly activity. Start-up funds are available to support research or scholarly activity.
Faculty within the small animal surgery section currently include five ACVS board certified surgeons; four surgery residents; three neurosurgeons (DACVIM-Neurology); three neurology residents; two sports medicine specialists (DACVSMR); four anesthesiologists (DACVA); three anesthesia residents; and thirteen rotating interns. The orthopedic service is a high-level referral center and general orthopedic clinic complemented with the Canine Arthritis Rehabilitation Exercise Science & Sports Medicine (CARES) Center. The CARES Center has a state-of-the-art rehabilitation facility with three under-water treadmills, an exercise pool, and a small animal hyperbaric oxygen chamber. The Center also contains a fully equipped gait analysis laboratory with kinetic and kinematic testing capability.

The Small Animal Clinic is equipped to provide state-of-the-art surgical and medical services, teaching, and research. The facilities and equipment of the Small Animal Clinic support 24 specialties and include surgical and therapeutic lasers, negative pressure wound therapy, Force Triad, operating microscope, 40 slice computed tomography unit, 1.5 Tesla MRI, nuclear medicine, intraoperative fluoroscopy, video endoscopy, stenting, lithotripsy, laparoscopy, arthroscopy, DEXA scanning, total hip system, and a full complement of implants, including plating, pinning, external fixation, circular fixation, interlocking nails, and 3-D printing capabilities. Also available to the surgery clinic are a fully developed nutrition service, a regenerative medicine laboratory, critical care specialists, and a veterinary social work program.
Knoxville is home to the University of Tennessee flagship campus, and is a beautiful and friendly place to live. It is a short drive to the Great Smoky Mountains, as well as a number of dog-friendly state parks and recreation areas. Outdoor recreational opportunities include, but are not limited to, hiking, biking, trail running, climbing and water sports. Knoxville has a diverse and inclusive culture, a vibrant downtown with excellent shopping and restaurants; bustling farmer’s markets featuring locally grown organic produce, meats and crafts; live music of all genres, ballet, and theater; frequent art and cultural festivals; and men’s’ and women’s’ NCAA and semiprofessional sporting events.

Qualifications

Requirements include a DVM/VMD or equivalent degree, completion of a surgical residency and certification or eligibility for certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons or European College of Veterinary Surgeons.

Application Instructions

Applications are accepted immediately and the position will remain open until filled. Qualified individuals are invited to submit an application consisting of: 1) Letter of professional goals, 2) Curriculum vitae, and 3) Names of three professional references to: http://apply.interfolio.com/93858 .

For further information, please contact:

Dr. Darryl Millis, Search Chair
The University of Tennessee
Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences C247 Veterinary Medical Center
Knoxville, TN 37996-4544
Email: dmillis@utk.edu

For additional information, applicants are directed to visit the University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine web site at: http://vetmed.tennessee.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 .