Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor, Community Practice

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Posting Number F0021P Working Title Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor, Community Practice Department VetMed-Small Animal Med & Surg About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia ( UGA ), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). UGA is currently ranked among the top 15 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 39,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 9,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/15/2018 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 07/09/2018 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Qualified applicants are invited to submit: (1) a letter of intent including professional interests and career goals; (2) curriculum vitae; and (3) name, mailing address, and contact information for three professional references. Please contact Dr. Benjamin Brainard, Search Committee Chairperson at brainard@uga.edu if you have any questions regarding the position.

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Position Details

Classification Title FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must have a DVM or equivalent degree.

Appointment at the clinical associate professor rank requires a minimum of five years of experience in a similar position at an academic institution.

Position Summary

The service is fast-paced, and is located in a stand-alone facility on the campus of the College of Veterinary Medicine. The main responsibility of the position is to teach and provide service within the Community Practice Center. Participation in didactic instruction, service to the department and college, and scholarly activity is expected. Salary and entry rank will be commensurate with experience level. Appointment at the associate professor rank requires a minimum of five years of experience in a similar position at an academic institution. The successful candidate will join a community practice service of two full-time clinical track assistant professors, a community practice specialty intern, and five technicians. The community practice service maintains a diverse caseload. Patients are seen primarily for wellness, illness, minor surgery, dentistry, and senior screening. The successful candidate will have many opportunities for teaching students and interns. The Community Practice Clinic has in-house laboratory capabilities, a well-equipped surgical suite, on-site radiology, and its own pharmacy. The service has access to specialists in the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital, located 2.5 miles from the Community Practice Clinic.

Additional Requirements Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Experience in dentistry, basic surgery, and communication skills is preferred. Certification by the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners in canine and feline practice is desired.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands

Standing/Walking

Is this a Position of Trust? Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.



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