Faculty Position (Assistant Professor) in Dairy Production Medicine, Academic Clinician Track

About the role

The Department of Clinical Studies-New Bolton Center at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a faculty position in Dairy Production Medicine at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Academic Clinician Track.

Responsibilities

• Work with area farms in troubleshooting production and management issues, supporting farm profitability and addressing animal welfare and environmental stewardship.
• Engage with dairy producers and collaborate with key stakeholder organizations, such as the Pennsylvania Center for Dairy Excellence, to develop practical, science-based solutions.
• Teach clinical rotations, case discussions, laboratories, classroom lectures, and continuing education programs to train veterinary graduates to address the challenges facing the dairy industry.
• Participate in collaborative and translational scholarship, evaluating and implementing emerging technologies and management strategies, and translating research discoveries into practical applications for commercial dairy operations.

Requirements

• DVM/VMD (or equivalent) degree and ability to obtain licensure in Pennsylvania.
• Extensive experience with dairy production systems and management.
• Large-animal board certification or eligibility for certification (American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Nutrition) or American Board of Veterinary Practitioners) with an emphasis on food animals is desirable but not required.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree.
• Ability to obtain licensure in Pennsylvania.
• Extensive experience with dairy production systems and management.
• Large-animal board certification or eligibility for certification (American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Nutrition) or American Board of Veterinary Practitioners) with an emphasis on food animals is desirable but not required.

Skills

• Strong clinical skills in dairy production medicine.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with precision technologies and environmental sustainability.

Benefits

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Pay

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Contact Information

Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Michaela Kristula, Search Committee Chair, by email at kristula@vet.upenn.edu.