Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Veterinary Oncology)

Mississippi State University; Mississippi; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reduction for dependents

Endowed position potential

Annual leave and holidays

Job summary

Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Veterinary Oncology. Teaching responsibilities include didactic teaching and clinical training of professional students, interns, residents, and graduate students.

An endowed option may be available to establish a distinguished program in oncology. Essential duties involve clinical case management, rotating emergency duty, and evidence-based research with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Board-certified or residency-trained in Veterinary Oncology (ACVIM-Oncology or ECVO-Oncology).
• DVM or equivalent degree required with licensure in Mississippi.

Responsibilities

• Teach didactic and clinical courses to professional students and residents.
• Provide clinical case management and emergency coverage.
• Maintain an active program of research and scholarly activity.

Skills

Oncology expertise

Clinical teaching

Research

Communication

Education

DVM or equivalent

Residency/Board Certification in Oncology

Teaching experience

Job description

Position Function:

The Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine hasan immediate opening for a tenure-track faculty position inVeterinary Oncology. This position will running currently with PARF511420 with the intent to only fill one position.

In addition to salary, Mississippi State University offers acomprehensive benefits package with an estimated value ofapproximately 40% of salary. Benefits for eligible employeesinclude paid holidays, annual leave that increases with years ofservice, health insurance options, and generous Universitycontributions toward retirement. Eligible employees and theirdependents may also receive a 50% reduction in undergraduatetuition. With appropriate prior approval, employees in 1.0 FTEpositions may be permitted to engage in consulting activities forup to two days per month per HRM policy 60.415 . Learn more aboutMSU's employee benefits and programs through the University HumanResources website https://www.hrm.msstate.edu/benefits.

Employees hired into Intermittent positions are limited to workingno more than 720 hours per fiscal year.

Salary Grade:

UC

Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and ServiceMaintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salarygrade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges aredetermined by the hiring department.

Area of Specialization:

Oncology

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching responsibilities involve didactic teaching and clinicaltraining of professional students, technology students, interns,residents, and graduate students. Service responsibilities involveclinical case management, rotating emergency duty, and consultationwith private practitioners. Maintenance of an active program ofresearch and scholarly activity is required. Participation in thecollege's continuing education program is stronglyencouraged.

An endowed position is potentially available for qualifiedcandidates. An endowed professor would be expected to be adistinguished leader in veterinary oncology, renowned for clinicalskill, teaching, and research. The endowed faculty member would beexpected to elevate the institution's reputation, drawing topstudents, interns, and residents from around the world. The endowedfaculty member would be empowered to serve as a mentor and rolemodel for aspiring oncologists.

Minimum Qualifications:

Assistant Professor: Veterinary degree and training licensable inthe state of Mississippi. Residency trained or board certified witheither the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine(Oncology) or the European College of Veterinary Internal Medicineof Companion Animals (Oncology).

Associate Professor: Veterinary degree and training licensable inthe state of Mississippi. Board certified with either the AmericanCollege of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology) or the EuropeanCollege of Veterinary Internal Medicine of Companion Animals(Oncology). Significant clinical experience, with a strongbackground in teaching and research.

Professor: Veterinary degree and training licensable in the stateof Mississippi. Board certified with either the American College ofVeterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology) or the European College ofVeterinary Internal Medicine of Companion Animals (Oncology).Extensive clinical experience, with an extensive background inteaching and research.

Preferred Qualifications:

Diplomate status in the American College of Veterinary InternalMedicine Oncology is preferred, but individuals eligible for finalcertification examination will also be considered. An advanceddegree and experience in clinical research are desirable.

Nationally or internationally recognized expertise in veterinaryoncology is preferred, particularly for the endowed position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent telephone and email communication skills, especiallyrelated to client service.

Must be capable of working in a team environment comprised ofdoctors, staff, and students to provide veterinary care of patientsand aid in the instruction of veterinary students and veterinarytechnology students.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Job frequently requires walking, sitting, reaching, talking,hearing, handling objects with hands. Job requires standing,stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting up to 50pounds.

Instructions for Applying:

Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/ Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu. Pleaseinclude a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, transcripts and threeletters of reference to Dr. Andrew Mackin, Head, Department ofClinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, MississippiState University, P.O. Box 6100, Mississippi State, MS 39762-6100.Thank you for your interest in this position. The screening andselection process will continue until a successful candidate ischosen.

Restricted Clause:

Position is contingent upon continued availability offunding.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution.Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs oractivities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy,religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation,genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other statusto the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equalopportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Officeof Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O.6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, [phone].

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