Assistant Professor, Large Animal Surgery

UW School of Medicine and Public Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous paid time off

Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin's School of Medicine and Public Health is looking for a full-time faculty member for the Department of Surgical Sciences specializing in Large Animal Surgery. The role includes clinical service at UW Veterinary Care, teaching veterinary students, and engaging in research activities.

The ideal candidate will have a DVM and PhD, with required licensure and board certification in Veterinary Surgery. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, alongside opportunities to participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System.

Qualifications

• DVM and PhD or equivalent required by start date.
• Must be licensed to practice Veterinary Medicine in Wisconsin by start date.
• American College of Veterinary Surgeons Board Certified or Board Eligible.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical service in Large Animal Surgery at UW Veterinary Care.
• Teach veterinary students, interns, and residents.
• Engage in research and clinical practice.

Skills

Surgical skills in large animal surgery

Clinical teaching

Research expertise

Licensure to practice Veterinary Medicine

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

PhD

Job description

Job Summary

The Department of Surgical Sciences at the University of Wisconsin, School of Veterinary Medicine is soliciting applications for 1 full‑time faculty position as Assistant, Associate, or full Professor in Large Animal Surgery. The successful candidate will join the Large Animal Surgery Section, which is comprised of 3 full‑time ACVS Diplomates (including 1 ACVSMR double‑boarded surgeon), 3 residents/interns, and a dynamic group of certified veterinary technicians. Appointment may be made in the Teaching, Clinical, or Tenure track as appropriate to the candidate’s background, experience, qualifications and career goals.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Clinical service within the Section of Large Animal Surgery at UW Veterinary Care including daytime and emergency duty, and back‑up on‑call support to large animal surgery residents, interns, and technicians.
• Participation in clinical and didactic teaching of veterinary students, interns, and residents in large animal surgery.
• Up to 20 weeks of clinical duty per year; required to be capable of lifting up to 40 pounds, standing or walking for prolonged periods, and performing activities such as reaching, climbing a ladder, kneeling or sitting on the floor, bending, squatting, and twisting.
• Distribution of time is expected to be approximately Clinical practice 35‑45%, Teaching 5‑10%, Research 40‑50%, Service 5‑15%.

Department

University of Wisconsin, Madison – School of Veterinary Medicine – Department of Surgical Sciences

Compensation

Commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health, dental, vision, and life insurance, tax‑advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf

Required Qualifications

• DVM and PhD or equivalent by start date.
• Must be licensed to practice Veterinary Medicine in the State of Wisconsin by start date.
• American College of Veterinary Surgeons Board Certified or Board Eligible by start date as a result of advanced training in Large Animal Surgery. Applicants with experience in surgery in species such as large ruminants, camelids, etc. are strongly encouraged to apply. An individual with European College of Veterinary Surgeons Board Certification may also be considered.

Education

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent degree) by start date.
• PhD by start date.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Wisconsin‑Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard 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.