Louisiana State University Baton Rouge , LA 70804
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Job Posting Title:
Assistant or Associate Professor (Clinical Track), Associate Director, and Chief Clinical Veterinarian
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUAM VetMed
Work Location:
1527 Veterinary Medicine
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
The Associate Director (AD) and Chief Clinical Veterinarian (CCV) will provide direct oversight of veterinary medical care for the university. This includes a broad range of species including small and large mammals, fish, amphibians, and reptiles.
The position will directly oversee the Laboratory Animal Medicine residency program and their daily duties providing veterinary care for the university. The position will answer directly to the Division of Laboratory Animal Medicine (DLAM) Director and Attending Veterinarian (AV) and will support the entire animal care and quality control program. Additionally, the position will participate in training of Phase I and Phase II professional students. Research support and collaboration with university faculty are expected.
Job Responsibilities:
75%
10% - Research: The AD/CCV will provide research support for an ever increasing number of animals and species. Support with include protocol development, veterinary consultation, and direct collaboration leading to publications and presentations are expected.
10% - Teaching: After approximately 1 year the AD/CCV will take over as course coordinator for the Laboratory Animal Medicine Phase II Clinical Rotation for professional students.
Additionally, it is expected the AD/CCV will take over as the LSU Laboratory Animal Residency Program Director. The AD/CCV will provide training to veterinary residents, professional students, research faculty, staff, and students, as well as DLAM staff. This will include direct oversight of wet-lab training as required for research personnel.
5% - Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
DVM or equivalent and board eligible for the ACLAM exam.
License to practice veterinary medicine in at least one US state. The successful candidate will be required to obtain a Louisiana Veterinary Medical license within 6 months of hire. Additionally, it is expected the successful candidate will obtain USDA Class II veterinary accreditation.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree with 2 or more years of related experience working as a laboratory animal medicine veterinarian with a broad range of species.
Special and Physical Qualifications:
Vehicle Operation
Safety and Security Sensitive Job
Essential Personnel
FERPA -As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center.
In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.
Required to be capable of lifting 50+ pounds, standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching above the shoulder, reaching below the shoulder, vision near sight, vision far sight, twisting, pushing/pulling, grasping, and squatting.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Please provide your cover letter, CV, and contact information (name, address, phone, e-mail) of at least three references. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.
Posting Date:
January 9, 2024
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check
Benefits
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Essential Position (Y/N):
Y
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion.
We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU's Diversity Statement and Roadmap. LSU is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).
HCM Contact Information:
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