ECC Fellow Program FY28

Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department:

The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people. The college benefits pets and their owners, food-producing animals, and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital and diagnostic laboratory services. Equipped with the most technologically advanced facilities located on a university campus, the college is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human health. The College of Veterinary Medicine values all members of the university community, recognizing that differences in experience and culture can only lead to a more well-rounded, accepting academic environment as embodied in our Principles of Community.

College/Unit/Department website: www.vet.uga.edu

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri, some weekend work

Advertised Salary: $62,500 (board eligible—residency to fellowship) or $70,000 (board certified--fellowship)

Posting Date: 10/20/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 07/15/2027

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Classification Title: Veterinary Fellow II

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

Position Summary:

The University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine is an American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care approved residency training facility for large animal fellowship (2 years) programs. This is an intermediate position structured to suit applicants who have completed specialty training DVM positions (internship and residency) prior to applying for faculty positions or private practice equivalent. The hospital caseload is approximately 85% equine(~60% of emergencies), the remainder being primarily small ruminants, pigs, new world camelids, and cattle. The incumbent will be mentored by four emergency and critical care clinicians (DACVECC-LA/DACVS-LA / DACVIM-LAIM / ACVECC fellowship trained). The emergency critical care service is supported by five surgery clinicians, five internal medicine clinicians, three surgery residents, four internal medicine residents, and four-five rotating interns. On completion of the program, the incumbent will have completed the requirements for credentialing to take the board certification exam in large animal emergency and critical care.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• The incumbent will have a valid license (regular Georgia or faculty) to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Georgia or be willing to obtain and maintain a valid license (regular Georgia or faculty) to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Georgia.
• Establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with faculty and technical and administrative staff.
• Communicate effectively with referring veterinarians, house officers, and veterinary students.
• To be considered for the residency to fellowship or fellowship position, candidates must have a DVM or equivalent degree; have 4 years post-DVM clinical experience including the completion of an equine or large animal surgery or internal medicine residency approved by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons or the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine respectively. Candidates must be a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons or the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine —Large Animal to begin the program as a fellow. Candidates that are board eligible will begin as residents and transition to fellowship once they becomea Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons or the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine —Large Animal during the first year.
• Preference given for significant experience in clinical, laboratory, and didactic teaching of veterinary students.
• Motivation to be an active and integral part of a busy large animal teaching hospital service.

Physical Demands:

• Normal working conditions for a veterinary environment.
• Lift 50 lbs.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: No

Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No

Does this position require a P-Card? : No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes

Credit and P-Card policy:

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Service:

• Participate in the Large Animal Emergency Critical Care Service of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Percentage of time: 50

Duties/Responsibilities:

Instruction:

• Participate in clinical teaching of veterinary students, interns, and residents.
• The incumbent will participate primarily in the department’s relevant large animal emergency critical care rotations.
• A small amount of classroom and laboratory teaching in veterinary student courses will also be needed.
• Instructional responsibilities will be primarily under the supervision of the four emergency and critical care clinicians.

Percentage of time: 40

Duties/Responsibilities:

Scholarly activity:

• The incumbent will participate in scholarly activity and needed to complete at least one original manuscript during their program.

Percentage of time: 10

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Stacey Hilliard

Recruitment Contact Email: staceyhilliard@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone: 7065426326