Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Artificial Intelligence for Veterinary Medicine

Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking a Professor for a tenure-track position in artificial intelligence. This role will involve conducting research aimed at improving animal and human health, training students, and engaging in interdisciplinary collaboration across various departments. Applicants should hold a terminal degree and be prepared to contribute to teaching and research efforts. The position offers a competitive salary and excellent resources for faculty engaged in innovative research.

Qualifications

• Terminal Degree required by start date.
• Experience in veterinary medicine or biomedical sciences is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent extramurally funded research in AI applications.
• Participate in teaching courses for veterinary medical students.
• Train graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.

Education

PhD, DVM/VMD, MD or equivalent in veterinary medicine, animal sciences, biomedical sciences, computational sciences, or a closely related field

Job description

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Job Category

Faculty

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Professor

Job Summary

The School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Wisconsin-Madison invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in artificial intelligence (AI) to advance comparative biomedical sciences and clinical veterinary medicine. We aim to build on existing strengths and foster collaborative opportunities across schools and colleges at UW-Madison to pioneer AI in veterinary medicine and to develop technologies that impact other health sciences. This position complements campus efforts through the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE)-AI initiative designed to help address significant, complex challenges and opportunities in AI through accelerated and strategic faculty hiring, research infrastructure enhancement, interdisciplinary collaboration and increased student and educational opportunities. There are excellent opportunities for the new faculty member to benefit from existing SVM and campus strengths in the comparative biomedical sciences, One Health, planetary health, and agricultural and food research. Faculty within the School of Veterinary Medicine train graduate students in the Comparative Biomedical Sciences Training Program and other campus graduate programs. They also serve as trainers on a variety of NIH training grants administered through the School and other units on campus. The new faculty member will be able to engage with resources and facilities including the Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, Influenza Research Institute, Midwest Center of Excellence for Vector-borne Disease, Global Health Institute, Food Research Institute, USGS National Wildlife Health Center, Wisconsin National Primate Research Center, Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene, Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research, Center for High-throughput Computing, Data Science Institute, and UW Extension Services. Additional opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration exist across the School of Medicine and Public Health, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, College of Engineering, Nelson Institute of Environmental Studies, and School of Computer Data & Information Sciences. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a top-tier institution with an international reputation for basic, applied, and interdisciplinary research. UW-Madison regularly ranks in the top 5 among U.S. universities in overall research funding, surpassing $1.5 billion in annual research expenditures. The campus embraces a culture of collaboration, collegiality and inclusion, and the exceptionally high quality of life offered by Madison, Wisconsin provides an outstanding environment in which to pursue an academic career. The UW School of Veterinary Medicine is a top ranked veterinary school with exceptional strengths in foundational and clinical/translational research in disciplines including infectious disease, oncology, orthopedics, diagnostic imaging, neuroscience, regenerative medicine and stem cell biology, developmental biology, and comparative ophthalmology. The School of Veterinary Medicine is a wonderful workplace with enthusiastic students, nurses, interns, residents, and other faculty specialists who work together to provide excellent veterinary medical care. The team at the UW School of Veterinary Medicine strives to provide outstanding programs in veterinary medical education, research, clinical practice, and service that enhances the health and welfare of both animals and people. The School of Veterinary Medicine makes a strong 12-month salary commitment to its faculty. Salary and a start-up package will be commensurate with the rank and experience of the successful candidate.

Key Job Responsibilities

The candidate will participate in the School of Veterinary Medicine's research, teaching, and service programs. Specifically, the individual will be expected to conduct independent extramurally funded research in an area related to the application of AI to improve animal and human health; participate in courses for veterinary medical, undergraduate, or graduate students in relevant disciplines; train graduate students and postdoctoral fellows; and provide academic service to the Department, School of Veterinary Medicine, and University. The individual will also be expected to interact with faculty across campus in relevant disciplines. The approximate distribution of effort will be 70% research, 20% teaching, 10% academic service. Individuals with NIH K awards will commit 75% research effort during the award period.

Department

University of Wisconsin, Madison - School of Veterinary Medicine

Compensation

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Required Qualifications

• Terminal Degree
• PhD, DVM/VMD, MD or equivalent in veterinary medicine, animal sciences, biomedical sciences, computational sciences, or a closely related field by the start date of this position.

Education

Terminal Degree

How to Apply

• Apply now to begin the process.
• Upload: 1) cover letter with a brief description of research experience in the field; 2) a 2-3 page research plan; 3) a 1-page statement of teaching philosophy; and 4) a detailed curriculum vitae.
• Provide names and email addresses for three references.
• All application materials should be received by July 1, 2026, though the position will remain open until filled.

Contact Information

Search Committee co-Chairs: Dr. Doerte Doepfer ([e-mail]) or Dr. Mostafa Zamanian ([e-mail]).

Institutional Statement on Diversity

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability or status as a protected veteran, and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website. To request disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process, please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR). Employment may require a criminal background check and may require references to answer misconduct questions. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).