Clinical Assistant Professor, Large Animal Surgery

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision insurance

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Clinical Assistant, Associate, or full Professor in Large Animal Surgery. Join a dynamic team with ACVS Diplomates and a strong teaching and research environment in a state-of-the-art facility.

Responsibilities include clinical service, teaching veterinary students and residents, and contributing to research and service. Appointment may be Teaching, Clinical, or Tenure track; up to 26 weeks of clinical duty yearly.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent by start date.
• Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Wisconsin by start date.
• ACVS Board Certified or Board Eligible by start date.
• Experience in large animal surgery preferred.
• European College of Veterinary Surgeons certification may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical service in Large Animal Surgery including day and emergency duties.
• Participate in clinical and didactic teaching of students and residents.
• Up to 26 weeks of clinical duty per year.
• Split time between clinical practice and teaching/research/service (approx. 60/40).

Skills

DVM

Wisconsin license

ACVS Board Certified

Large animal surgery

Surgical experience

European board

Collaborative work

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

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Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Clinical Assistant Professor Job Summary: The Department of Surgical Sciences at the University of Wisconsin, School of Veterinary Medicine is soliciting applications for 1 full-time Clinical 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. UW School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) is a wonderful workplace with enthusiastic students, technologists, interns, residents, and other faculty specialists who work together to provide excellent veterinary medical care. The SVM team provides outstanding programs in veterinary medical education, research, clinical practice, and service that enhances the health and welfare of both animals and people and contribute to the economic well-being of the state of Wisconsin. Appointment may be made in the Teaching, Clinical, or Tenure track as appropriate to the candidate’s background, experience, qualifications and career goals. The SVM recently completed construction of a new facility that doubled the size of the school's small animal hospital and significantly enhanced the large animal hospital, expanded labs for studying naturally occurring animal and human diseases and increased and modernize infectious disease research space. The large animal hospital includes state-of-the-art equipment such as laparoscopy, arthroscopy, flexible endoscopy including dynamic airway endoscopy, gait analysis equipment, ultrasound, digital radiography, standing CT, and 3D printing. A new indoor arena as well as shock wave therapy, electrocardiography (resting and exercise) and regenerative medicine therapy (stem cells, PRP, Prostride) equipment supports our equine sports medicine section. : https://www.vetmed.wisc.edu/a-home-fit-for-the-school-of-veterinary-medicine/ UW-Madison campus provides an excellent environment which has a vibrant biomedical research community and offers unparalleled opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. The School of Medicine and Public Health, which is home to the Carbone Cancer Center, Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, and the Wisconsin Institute of Medical Research are within a short walk of the SVM. The beautiful city of Madison consistently ranks as a top community in which to live, work and play. Please see the following link for more information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_2zJuSYbpg

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 and interns and residents in large animal surgery.
• Up to 26 weeks of clinical duty per year.
• Will cover an equitable portion of lecture and laboratory teaching shared with the section (most recently averaging 10-15 lectures and 10-15 laboratories per year).
• Required to be capable of lifting up to 40 pounds, standing or walking for prolonged periods, able to reach and/or climb a ladder, kneel or sit on the floor, bending, squatting, and/or twisting.
• Distribution of time is expected to be approximately Clinical practice 60%, Other services 40% (Teaching, Research and Service).

Department: University of Wisconsin, Madison - School of Veterinary Medicine - Department of Surgical Sciences

Compensation:

Compensation: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/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 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.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative clinical environment.
• Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent degree) by start date.

Contact Information:

If you have questions, please contact Jody Silva at [e-mail] 608-263-5633. Specific questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Sabrina Brounts at [e-mail]

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

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.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an 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.

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