Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Large Animal Surgery

Participate in evening/weekend/holiday on call coverage which is shared among 4 faculty.

Provide clinical teaching and mentoring of veterinary students, interns and residents, and participate in resident training activities such as seminars, board exam preparation, and journal club.

Provide didactic instruction of professional students to support the DVM curriculum

Develop close relationships with clients and referring veterinarians to provide comprehensive care and oversight for equine and food and fiber patients.

Participate in scholarly activities and demonstrate a collegial, collaborative approach and willingness to participate in departmental initiatives, programs and committees.

The clinical service is shared among 4 faculty. The caseload is approximately 90% equine with the remainder comprising llamas/alpacas, pet goats and pigs, with occasional sheep and cattle. The anticipated workload distribution is expected to be predominantly clinical service (includes daytime and after hours on call), teaching veterinary students in years 1-4 and training LAS interns and residents. Experienced surgeons are encouraged to apply. While scholarly activities are encouraged and expected, development of an independent research program is not an expectation of this position, nor is it required for academic advancement.

The University of Minnesota seeks candidates who are interested in programs that support community and belonging and excellence of the academic community through their service, teaching, research, and outreach. The candidate will demonstrate commitment to delivering exceptional clinical service, teaching, student mentorship, and contribute to the national prominence of the Veterinary Medical Center, the VPM Department, and the University of Minnesota.

About the Large Animal Surgery Service

The LAS service includes an enthusiastic, cohesive, patient-care oriented LAS team composed of four ACVS board-certified surgeons (one tenured, and three clinical), 3 house officers (2 surgery residents and 1 surgery intern), and 3 dedicated surgery technicians (along with additional 24/7 technical support). The clinical activities take place in the 50,000 square foot Leatherdale Equine Center (opened in 2007) which includes the Piper Equine Hospital, the Barenscheer Arena and the Nutrena Conference Center, and also at the Large Animal Hospital. The Piper Equine Hospital contains state-of-the-art surgical, and advanced imaging equipment, experienced support staff, and collegial colleagues. The hospital is well-equipped with a spacious OR that includes advanced surgical equipment (arthroscopic and laparoscopic towers, staplers and electrocautery devices for GI surgery, and AO compatible orthopedic equipment including locking plates) and a C-arm unit. Additional diagnostic equipment include: VetRocket DR imaging, Samsung V7 and HM70 EVO digital ultrasounds, Standing Equine MRI (Hallmarq), Standing Equine CT (Asto CT), video endoscopy (1.5 m, 3.5 m), a dynamic endoscope, Equinosis Q with Lameness Locator, and a force plate. Treatment modalities include a shockwave unit (PulseVet - 4 trodes), diode and CO2 laser, PRP, IRAP, Pro-Stride APS, and Alpha2EQ equipment. Teaching space is available in the Nutrena Conference room, and teaching horses are available and housed in the 14 stall Dudley barn and paddocks located behind the equine center. The Large Animal Hospital is located a few blocks away from the Equine Center and contains the facilities for food and fiber patients, nuclear scintigraphy, and isolation. The Large Animal Surgery Service works closely with four large animal internal medicine specialists and six anesthesiologists to provide comprehensive patient care. Additional specialty support is available through ophthalmology, cardiology, dermatology, and small animal surgery.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• DVM/VMD or equivalent veterinary degree.
  
  
• Board-certified in large animal surgery by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS), or board-eligible for the ACVS phase II exam by start date.
  
  
• The applicant must be eligible for Minnesota state veterinary faculty licensure. Please see the Minnesota Board of Veterinary Medicine website for more details: https://mn.gov/boards/veterinary-medicine/applications/ .
  
  
• Outstanding clinical, interpersonal and teaching skills.
  
  
• Experience and ability to work with culturally distinct groups of people and excellent communication skills
  
  

About the Department

The Veterinary Population Medicine (VPM) department specializes in population and individual animal medicine focusing on large animals’ health and production, biomedical science, and ecosystem and public health. Our faculty members conduct animal and public-health-focused research to better diagnose, treat, and prevent animal disease, as well as diseases that can be transmitted between animals and humans. Faculty provide clinical instruction in medicine, diseases, surgery, production medicine, public health and reproduction of domestic large-animal species and are home to faculty in clinics, epidemiology, veterinary public health, and pathology. Faculty members provide clinical services for animals, diagnostic services to animal owners, and continuing education and extension programs for veterinarians and animal owners.

Teaching
The Veterinary Population Medicine Department provides clinical instruction in medicine, surgery, production medicine, diagnostics and reproduction of domestic large-animal species and is home to faculty in epidemiology, veterinary public health, and pathology. The department provides residency training in large animal medicine, surgery, pathology, and veterinary public health and preventive veterinary medicine and works with students in the Veterinary Sciences, and Comparative and Molecular Biosciences graduate programs.

Research
Faculty members conduct animal and public-health-focused research to better diagnose, treat, eliminate and prevent animal disease, as well as diseases that can be transmitted between animals and humans.

Service
Faculty members provide clinical services for animals in the Leatherdale Equine Center and Large Animal Hospital, as well as diagnostic services to animal owners through the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. They consult with producers and veterinarians in the community, provide continuing education and extension programs for veterinarians and animal owners, and play an active role in the Center for Animal Health and Food Safety, John Fetrow Dairy Education Center, Equine Center, and the Swine Disease Eradication Center.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range:

For Assistant Professor: $125,000 - $175,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience

For Associate Professor: $145,000 - $195,000 annually Associate; depending on education/qualifications/experience

For Full Professor: $165,000 - $225,000 annually Full Professor; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

Please include a letter of intent highlighting the special interest for the position, related qualifications and career goals, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of 3 individuals who are knowledgeable of the applicant’s experience and capabilities. Letters of reference for applicants that are invited to interview will be requested at a later date. Questions regarding this position may be addressed to the search committee chair: Dr. Troy Trumble (trumb016@umn.edu).

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail jobcentr@umn.edu.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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Employment Requirements

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About University of Minnesota

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