Faculty Member, Beef Cattle, Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences

University of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate faculty member to contribute to beef cattle health and production medicine. This role encompasses teaching, research, and clinical service within a renowned veterinary college. With a strong emphasis on beef cattle production, the successful candidate will engage in a collaborative environment supported by a robust research infrastructure. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those dedicated to advancing veterinary medicine and beef cattle research.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Pension Plan

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Expense Allowance

Flexible Health and Wellness Spending Program

Qualifications

• Proven track record in beef cattle research and knowledge of the North American beef cattle industry.
• Strong written and oral communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and train undergraduate DVM students and graduate students.
• Develop and coordinate extension activities targeting veterinary practitioners and beef producers.

Skills

Beef Cattle Research

Veterinary Medicine

Communication Skills

Teaching Skills

Education

DVM Degree

Postgraduate Degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D.)

Job description

Faculty Member, Beef Cattle, Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences

The Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences is seeking to hire a tenure-track faculty member who is passionate about teaching and research related to beef cattle health and production medicine. The Western College of Veterinary Medicine is western Canada’s regional college of veterinary medicine and is part of the University’s comprehensive academic health sciences group. The WCVM has an established reputation of excellence in the fields of cow-calf and feedlot production medicine, bovine theriogenology, and animal welfare. Situated in western Canada, it is located within the heartland of cow-calf production and an expanding feedlot industry. The Department’s robust beef cattle research enterprise is supported by beef industry partners (producer groups), faculty within the College with an interest in cattle health and production, as well as bovine-oriented researchers from the College of Agriculture and Bioresources, College of Engineering, and the world-renowned Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO). The University of Saskatchewan is also home to the Livestock and Forage Centre of Excellence (LFCE), North America’s premier beef cattle research facility, which supports a multi-disciplinary approach to advancing beef cattle production. Rounding out the University’s research infrastructure is the Canadian Light Source, which is Canada’s only synchrotron light source. The University’s broad-based complement of beef cattle researchers and supporting research facilities is why it has a global reputation for beef cattle research.

We are seeking qualified candidates with a proven track record in beef cattle research, and a strong knowledge of the North American beef cattle industry. This is a teacher-scholar appointment with duties and responsibilities that encompass administration, research, clinical service and the teaching/training of undergraduate DVM students and graduate students. The successful candidate will also be responsible for developing and coordinating extension activities that target both veterinary practitioners and beef producers.

Applicants must have a DVM degree or its equivalent, as well as a postgraduate degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) or board certification in an applicable discipline. Special consideration will be given to those with a Ph.D. or its equivalent in Epidemiology (veterinary medicine). Evidence of an interest in beef cattle production is required as are strong written and oral communication skills.

Depending on training and experience, the successful candidate will be hired at one of three ranks: Assistant Professor: $110,489 to $131,909; Associate Professor: $131,909 to $153,329; or Professor $153,329 to $178,319. This position includes an attractive comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

This position is supported by a well-funded start-up package, which includes funding from the Beef Cattle Research Council.

Interested candidates must submit, via email, a cover letter; detailed curriculum vitae; and any supporting documents to:

Dr. Murray Jelinski
52 Campus Dr
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK S7N 5B4
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.

Review of applications will begin on receipt.

Status: Permanent
Employment Group: USFA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Posted Date: 4/28/2025

The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by thedeybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.