Assistant, Associate Or Full Professor In Veterinary Anatomic Pathology

Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in Veterinary Anatomic Pathology

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Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in Veterinary Anatomic Pathology Posting Number F01443P Department SDSU-Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings Posting Text

South Dakota State University (SDSU) Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences Department (VBS) is offering an exciting and unique career opportunity in a tenure track faculty position for a veterinary anatomic pathologist. We are looking for a creative and innovative professional with anatomic pathology expertise to develop and maintain an active research program, contribute to training the next generation of veterinary scientists and food animal veterinarians, and engage in diagnostic service within the Animal Disease Research & Diagnostic Laboratory (ADRDL).

The VBS Department is fully committed to the pillars of the land-grant mission and has a long history of national recognition for research in veterinary infectious disease, which is fully supported by newly renovated and well-equipped laboratory spaces. Additionally, the Professional Program in Veterinary Medicine (PPVM) is part of the VBS Department and is a cooperative program with the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine to train veterinarians. The focus of the PPVM is to prepare future veterinarians to serve in roles that support animal health, environmental health, and public health. Lastly, the VBS Department is home to the South Dakota Animal Disease Research & Diagnostic Laboratory (ADRDL), which is an accredited, full-service veterinary diagnostic laboratory focused on supporting veterinarians, food animal agriculture, regulatory and wildlife agencies, public health entities and pet owners nationwide.

This is a 12-month, full time, benefit eligible, tenure-track faculty position. Documented qualifications and experience will determine appointment rank. This position is supervised by the VBS Department Head.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Research & Scholarly Activities:

• Develop and lead an active, extramurally-funded research program within the VBS Department with an emphasis on food animal infectious disease pathogenesis and prevention, and/or diagnostic test development;

• Provide research opportunities to undergraduate, graduate and/or professional students as part of advanced undergraduate and graduate training.

Teaching Activities:

• Coordinate the basic and systemic pathology courses in the 1st and 2nd-year PPVM curriculum;

• Team-teach in the PPVM basic and systemic pathology courses in an experiential and active learning environment;

• Utilize materials from the ADRDL for instruction in PPVM courses.

Diagnostic Service Activities:

• Provide timely diagnostic pathology services, including necropsy, histopathology and interpretation of ancillary tests, as required for mammalian and avian specimens with emphasis on disease diagnosis;

• Provide consultation, advice and guidance to veterinarians and producers regarding livestock, avian and wildlife disease diagnosis, control, and prevention.

The successful candidate will be expected to devote approximately 40-50% effort to research, 20-30% effort to teaching and 30-40% effort to diagnostic service. Adjustments in the position design and flexibility in the faculty appointment will be considered.

SALARY:

Commensurate with qualifications. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university's guidelines.

BENEFITS:

We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• DVM, VMD or equivalent veterinary degree by start date.

• Advanced graduate degree (MS or PhD) in veterinary pathology or a closely related veterinary field.

• Completion of formal residency training in anatomic pathology with experience in veterinary diagnostic pathology and food animal pathology.

• Eligible for or certified by ACVP or ECVP.

• Ability to establish an extramurally funded research program that focuses on diseases of food animals.

• Ability to establish collaborations with external and internal stakeholders.

• Potential to produce peer-reviewed publications related to expertise.

• Ability to teach at the collegiate and/or professional school level.

• Ability to mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

• Knowledge of food animal production in the United States.

• Excellent written communication skills.

• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

South Dakota State University accepts applications through an online employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on "apply for this job." This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, Curriculum Vitae, a research statement (maximum of 3 pages, attached as work or writing sample), and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact South Dakota State University Human Resources at 605-688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the university's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is university policy to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date 08/23/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 09/27/2024 Advertised Salary Commensurate with qualifications Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Tenure Status Tenure Track Proposed Rank Assistant Professor Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week 45 Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations

South Dakota State University is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 academic programs, an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students, and over $60 million annual research expenditures.

South Dakota State University offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation and the world. Its employees embrace the university's core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity of thought, and excellence through continuous improvement.

As the state's 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of South Dakota State University is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, and Aberdeen, and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota.

Jackrabbits Athletics competes as an NCAA Division I member with membership in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Summit League and the Big XII for wrestling.

Brookings is home to approximately 24,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Brookings is listed as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals and retirees, and is rated among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota.

The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state's highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school, and a high school.

The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children's Museum of South Dakota, Dakota Nature Park, South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact search chair Dr. Hilary Ward at 605-688-5171 or Hilary.Ward@sdstate.edu.

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