Clinical Assistant Professor, Large Animal Surgery

Job Summary

The Department of Surgical Sciences at the University of Wisconsin, School of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Clinical Assistant, Associate, or full Professor in Large Animal Surgery.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Provide 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, interns, and technicians.
• Participate in clinical and didactic teaching of veterinary students and interns and residents in large animal surgery.
• Up to 26 weeks of clinical duty per year.
• Teach an equitable portion of lecture and laboratory teaching shared with the section (most recently averaging 10-15 lectures and 15 laboratories per year).
• 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, bend, squat, and/or twist.

Required Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent by start date.
• Licensed to practice Veterinary Medicine in the State of Wisconsin by start date.
• American College of Veterinary Surgeons Board Certified or Board Eligible by start date as a result of advanced training in Large Animal Surgery.
• Experience in surgery in species such as large ruminants, camelids, etc. is encouraged.
• An individual with European College of Veterinary Surgeons Board Certification may also be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative clinical environment.

Education

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent degree) by start date.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please upload a cover letter, resume, and a document listing three professional references. Please note that this position is being advertised simultaneously with JRs 10012026, 10012063, and 10012072 but only one opening exists.

Contact Information

If you have questions, please contact Jody Silva at jlsilva@wisc.edu 608-263-5633. Specific questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Sabrina Brounts at sabrina.brounts@wisc.edu

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