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Auburn University

Location: Auburn UniversityAL 36849 Document ID: AC233-0HMH Posted on: 2019-03-1703/17/2019 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2019-04-16
 

Clinical or Tenure-Track, Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Small Animal Ne

Job Title
Clinical or Tenure-Track, Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Small Animal Neurology/Neurosurgery

Posting Number
P1198F

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The Department of Clinical Sciences at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants to fill a full-time, 12-month appointment. This is a second faculty position in the Small Animal Neurology/Neurosurgery service. Depending on experience, qualifications and interest, the successful candidate may be appointed to either a tenure-track (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) or non-tenure track (Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) position.

Responsibilities and opportunities: The successful candidate will be expected to participate in teaching and clinical service in the Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital. Teaching responsibilities include clinical and didactic instructional activities in the professional veterinary medicine and postgraduate training programs related to small animal neurology/neurosurgery. Clinical service and research responsibilities are negotiable and will depend on the successful candidate's interests and the type of appointment, i.e. clinical vs. tenure track.

Collaborations with individuals in other Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine departments, on the main campus, and at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and Emory University Medical Schools are frequent, and contribute to the success of Auburn's clinical and research programs. Faculty members include specialists in anesthesia, anatomic and clinical pathology, cardiology, clinical pharmacology, critical care, dermatology, internal medicine, oncology, oncologic surgery, ophthalmology, radiation oncology, radiology and surgery. Onsite imaging equipment includes 2 Siemens wireless digital radiology systems, Siemens flat panel detector fluoroscopy, Toshiba Aplio 500 and Aplio 300 ultrasound machines, 1.5T Philips Infinion MRI scanner (to be replaced by Siemens Skrya 3T scanner by Fall 2018), GE VCT 64-slice scanner, and Enhanced Technologies digital gamma camera with large rectangular detector. All images are digital and are stored in a central PACS allowing image viewing from throughout the hospital. Specialty equipment for the neurology/neurosurgery service includes an OPMI Pentero surgical operating microscope, Hall Air Drill, DePuy Synthes Electric Pen Drive system, a CUSA , support for intracranial surgery (craniotome and intra-operative ultrasonography), electrodiagnostic equipment ( EEG , EMG , BAER , and nerve conduction velocity capabilities), Brainsight neuronavigation VETG equipment, a Siemens linear accelerator (to be replaced by Varian Edge stereotactic therapy equipment in Fall of 2018), and a physical rehabilitation service (including an underwater treadmill and infinity pool). Access is available to 3.0T and 7.0T magnets for research and clinical patients at the Auburn University MRI Research Center in the nearby AU Research Park.

Auburn University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, positive work environment, exciting student life, and the beauty of its campus. It was ranked #46 among public universities in the nation according to US News and World Report in 2018. Auburn University is both highly research-active and committed to maintaining teaching excellence, with nine Colleges and three Schools and degrees offered in more than 200 academic programs. For more information about the College of Veterinary Medicine, please reference our website at www.vetmed.auburn.edu.

About the area: The vibrant Auburn-Opelika community has a population of 151,000, excellent public school systems, a regional medical center and the distinction of being recognized as one of the "best small towns in America". The area has a moderate climate with easy access to both beach and mountain recreational regions and is situated along the rapidly developing I-85 corridor between Atlanta, GA and Montgomery, AL.

Auburn University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified applicants must hold a DVM or equivalent degree. We seek candidates who are Diplomates of ACVIM (Neurology) or ECVN . Applicants that are qualified to sit for the ACVIM or ECVN specialty examinations in the year following the time of interview will be considered. For a tenure track position, successful candidates must have research experience. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment. Excellent communication skills are required. Eligibility for faculty veterinary licensure in the State of Alabama is also required.

Desired Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will commence on August 1, 2018 and will continue until a qualified applicant is recommended for appointment.

Application Process: Applications should include a letter of intent stating professional goals, teaching philosophy, and research interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names and email addresses of three professional references. Transcripts may be requested at a later date. Please apply online on our website: http://aufacultypositions.peopleadmin.com/postings/2904 . General inquiries may be directed to Dr. Ellen Behrend (behreen@auburn.edu ), search committee chair.



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