Assistant Professor Of Veterinary Pathology

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor of Veterinary Pathology

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM VetMed

• School of Pathobiological Sciences (Konstantin G Kousoulas (00003224))

Work Location:

Veterinary Medicine Building

Pay Grade:

Job Description:

About the Department

The Department of Pathobiological Sciences features research programs in virology, bacteriology, parasitology, epidemiology, and immunology. Additional programs exist with opportunities for collaboration within the School of Veterinary Medicine and with faculty from across other Louisiana institutions, including Pennington Biomedical and Tulane National Primate Research Center. University core facilities support advanced microscopy and imaging, laser microdissection, multispectral imaging, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, flow cytometry-FACS, genomic sequencing and functional genomic technologies.

Job Description Summary

The Department of Pathobiological Sciences at the Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine seeks applications for clinical -track faculty members at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Veterinary Anatomic Pathology. The successful candidates will have a significant teaching role in the pathobiology professional and graduate curriculum, with emphasis in pathology (e.g., systemic anatomic pathology and general pathology) and a significant role in the Louisiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (LADDL) diagnostic activity including necropsies and biopsies.

Training of residents, contributing to scholarly activity and leadership within the department are also expected. The anatomic pathology service is an integral part of the LADDL, which hosts laboratories for diagnostics and research in virology, bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, serology, and molecular biology.

Job Responsibilities:

70-75% - Teaching: Teaching and leadership role in the pathobiology professional and graduate curriculum, with emphasis in pathology (e.g., systemic anatomic pathology and general pathology) and residents' supervision and instruction.

Service: Having a significant role in the Louisiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (LADDL) diagnostic activity including necropsies and biopsies, and other service-related activities, including academic committees.

25-30% - Research and Scholarly Activity: Primary and collaborative scientific investigations supported by competitive funding, leading to a florid and focused scholarly activity

Assistant Professor of Veterinary Pathology (Clinical Track)

Minimum qualifications: DVM degree (or equivalent, e.g., VMD, DMV, BVSc) and diplomate status in anatomic pathology from the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) and applicants that are eligible to take the ACVP board examination.

Special or physical Qualifications :

Indirect exposure to infectious agents

Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Job Competencies:

Advanced in Veterinary and comparative pathology

Advanced in Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Applicants should submit a cover letter summarizing career goals, a curriculum vitae, transcripts from veterinary and all post-baccalaureate colleges/universities attended, current diagnostic, teaching and research activities, a statement of teaching philosophy, and names and contact information including e-mail addresses for three references. However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check Starting salary and appointment will be commensurate with professional and academic credentials and experience. For additional information, please contact the search committee chair: Dr. Fabio Del Piero at fdelpiero@lsu.edu.

Posting Date:

May 20, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check

• An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is 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:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.