Faculty - Small Animal Surgery (Contractually Limited)

Ontario University Athletics; Guelph; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary college in Guelph, Ontario is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor in Small Animal Surgery for two contract positions. The ideal candidate will possess a DVM and be a Diplomate of ACVS or ECVS. Responsibilities include teaching, managing surgical cases, and leading research. This position offers a collaborative environment with advanced facilities and has a start date in 2025.

Benefits

State-of-the-art facilities

Collaborative environment

Opportunity for research

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice in Ontario.
• Complete an ACVS/ECVS-approved residency eligible for examination.
• Experience in research and teaching is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach clinical surgery to DVM students and residents.
• Manage small animal patients and consultations.
• Participate in independent or collaborative research.

Skills

Strong clinical skills in small animal surgery

Outstanding teaching skills

Good communication skills

Orthopedic surgery experience

Education

DVM or equivalent

ACVS or ECVS Diplomate

Graduate research degree

Job description

Overview

The Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph invites applications for two contractually limited faculty positions in Small Animal Surgery. Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada.

Position Title / Rank

Assistant or Associate Professor in Small Animal Surgery (Two contractually limited positions: 1 year and 2 years)

Department

Clinical Studies

Position Description

Be a part of something extraordinary! Advance your career and make a professional and personal impact at the Ontario Veterinary College. Join our team of world-class veterinary specialists and scholars at Canada’s top-ranked and the 6th globally ranked veterinary college.

The Department of Clinical Studies invites applications for Small Animal Surgeons:

• Full-time 1-year contractually limited position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
• Full-time 2-year contractually limited position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level

Applicants may be considered for a part-time appointment. The anticipated start date is August 11, 2025, or another mutually agreed-upon date in 2025.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a DVM (or equivalent) and be licensed or eligible for licensure to practice in Ontario. The applicant must be a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS). Applications may also be considered from candidates who have completed an ACVS/ECVS-approved residency and are eligible for examination by ACVS or ECVS. A graduate research degree and experience in research and teaching are highly desirable. The ideal candidate should have strong clinical skills in small animal surgery in a team-based environment and outstanding teaching and communication skills. The successful candidate will work with five other board-certified surgeons and five small animal surgical residents, focusing on teaching clinical surgery to DVM students and residents and managing small animal patients and consultations at OV C-HSC. Orthopedic surgery experience is valued; flexibility to support the soft tissue service is an asset.

The department is supported by board-certified specialists in medicine, anesthesiology, critical care, diagnostic imaging, oncology, ophthalmology, neurology, nutrition, and cardiology to provide didactic and clinical instruction to veterinary students, interns, residents, and graduate students. The OV C-HSC offers state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment including MRI, CT, digital radiology, ultrasound, arthroscopy, rehabilitation facilities, and a 24/7 intensive care facility.

On-call and duties

On-call duties are remunerated in addition to base salary, and the schedule will be shared with other surgery faculty, necessitating some orthopedic and soft tissue case management after hours. The candidate is expected to develop and participate in either independent or collaborative research. The successful candidate will mentor and supervise small animal surgical residents and interns on a scheduled basis.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Indigeneity

The faculty and staff are committed to delivering the best patient care, research, and world-class veterinary education while upholding Indigeneity, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Applications from equity-deserving groups are strongly encouraged. The University acknowledges the traditional lands on which it resides and commits to reconciliation through ongoing action. We are guided by Indigenous initiatives as part of our strategy.

Application Process

Assessment of applications will begin on July 15, 2025 and will continue until the positions are filled. Interested applicants should apply at https://careers.uoguelph.ca/ and submit a single integrated PDF including a teaching statement, an equity, diversity and inclusion statement, and the names and contact information of three referees, referencing Requisition ID #1537.

Address applications to Dr. Christopher Riley, Chair, Department of Clinical Studies, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON N1G 2W1. For questions, contact [e-mail].

Date Posted: 06/25/2025

Deadline: 08/24/2025 or until a suitable candidate is found.

This position is represented by the University of Guelph Faculty Association (UGFA).

The University of Guelph is committed to fostering inclusive excellence through indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Inclusion is a core pillar of Our Time, the University’s strategic plan, which pledges to transform our human resources, governance and student services to enable us to recruit a diverse student, faculty and staff body and support them in achieving their personal, professional and scholarly goals. The University commits to creating and maintaining equitable work environments that empower us in our pursuit of student, faculty and staff success, research excellence, innovation and impact.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We welcome applicants from designated groups and encourage them to note any circumstances that may have affected the record of achievement. If accommodations are needed during the recruitment or selection process, confidential assistance is available by contacting Occupational Health and Wellness at 519-824-4120 x52674 or [e-mail].