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Assistant
Professor, Food Animal Production Medicine – Montgomery, VA Role
Title Job Open Date 2012-02-23 Job
Close Date 2013-01-24
Job
Type Detail Is this position funded in whole or in part by the American
Recovery & Reinvestment Act (Stimulus Package)? No Hiring
Range Commensurate with experience Agency VA Tech (208) Agency
Website Location Montgomery - 121 Sublocation Blacksburg Position
Number 0F3712 Job
Posting Number Does this position have telework options? Type of Recruitment Job Type Pay Band Job Description The Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences at
Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine (VMRCVM),
Blacksburg, VA, invites applications from energetic, qualified individuals
for a full-time, calendar year faculty position in Food Animal Production
Medicine. The position will be a tenure track position at the rank of
Assistant Professor. Duties include: - Significant contribution and
participation in pre-clinical didactic and laboratory instruction in food
animal medicine/surgery and related disciplines. There will be the
opportunity to provide services to clients of the veterinary teaching
hospital and training professional DVM students, interns and residents and
ensuring the students have a valuable learning experience during their food
animal rotations. - A primary focus of the position will be to develop an
independent research program focused on food animals. In addition, the
successful candidate will be a resource for clinical research by other
members of the department. There may also be the opportunity to collaborate
with University research clusters on topics such as obesity, infectious
diseases, or inflammatory disease. - Cooperate with other clinical faculty in
the VTH, Department, and CVM with particular emphasis on being a role model
for DVM students in the Food Animal track of the program and to progressively
assume a greater leadership role in this section. - An expectation to
participate in continuing education and outreach programs of the college that
deal with food animals. . - Ensure that the professional activities you
provide and have influence over in PMM, are of the highest ethical and
professional standards. As for all areas of our professional endeavor, it is
essential that all members of the CVM faculty provide a nurturing and
supportive learning environment for all students (professional and post-DVM)
and staff under their influence. - Contribute to College and University
governance through membership on relevant committees and commissions. Salary
will commensurate with qualifications and experience. Minimum
Qualifications Applicants must possess a DVM or equivalent degree. Completion of a
residency in food animal production management or equivalent practice
experience. Evidence of research training and productivity. Previous
experience in didactic instruction of professional students. Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with a diverse group
of colleagues and students. Preferred
Qualifications Ph.D preferred. Diplomate
status in a relevant AVMA specialty; however, board eligible candidates or
individuals desirous of becoming board certified will be considered. Special
Requirements Special Instructions to Applicants Interested individuals may apply on-line at www.jobs.vt.edu. Refer
to posting #0121528, and submit an application, including a letter of intent
with a statement of professional goals, curriculum vitae, and the names and
contact information for three referees. Inquiries and questions may be
directed to: Dr. Terry Swecker, Chair of the search
committee, Large Animal Clinical Sciences, VMRCVM, Blacksburg,
VA 24061-0442. Email: cvmwss@vt.edu. Phone: (540) 231-7375. Review of
applications will begin March 19, 2012 and will continue until the position
is filled. If you experience difficulties applying on-line, contact the
department's secretary at (540) 231-5999. Optional
Applicant Documents Resume Required
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