Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Large Animal Surgery

About the Job

The Department of Veterinary Population Medicine (VPM) at the
University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine in St. Paul
invites applications for a contract (non-tenure) full-time (100%
appointment) faculty position in Large Animal Surgery. The
appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate
Professor or Professor at the University of Minnesota. The final
rank and terms of appointment will depend on the qualifications and
experience of the selected candidate consistent with Collegiate and
University policies.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional clinical service in Large Animal Surgery

(LAS) at the Veterinary Medical Center, which includes the Piper
Equine Hospital and Large Animal Hospital. Provide elective daytime
services for large animal surgical and equine sports
medicine/lameness cases, as well as emergent services and
consultations to local veterinarians.

• Participate in evening/weekend/holiday on call coverage which

is shared among 4 faculty.

• Provide clinical teaching and mentoring of veterinary students,

interns and residents, and participate in resident training
activities such as seminars, board exam preparation, and journal
club.

• Provide didactic instruction of professional students to

support the DVM curriculum

• Develop close relationships with clients and referring

veterinarians to provide comprehensive care and oversight for
equine and food and fiber patients.

• Participate in scholarly activities and demonstrate a

collegial, collaborative approach and willingness to participate in
departmental initiatives, programs and committees.

The clinical service is shared among 4 faculty. The caseload is
approximately 90% equine with the remainder comprising
llamas/alpacas, pet goats and pigs, with occasional sheep and
cattle. The anticipated workload distribution is expected to be
predominantly clinical service (includes daytime and after hours on
call), teaching veterinary students in years 1-4 and training LAS
interns and residents. Experienced surgeons are encouraged to
apply. While scholarly activities are encouraged and expected,
development of an independent research program is not an
expectation of this position, nor is it required for academic
advancement.

The University of Minnesota seeks candidates who are interested in
programs that support community and belonging and excellence of the
academic community through their service, teaching, research, and
outreach. The candidate will demonstrate commitment to delivering
exceptional clinical service, teaching, student mentorship, and
contribute to the national prominence of the Veterinary Medical
Center, the VPM Department, and the University of Minnesota.

About the Large Animal Surgery Service

The LAS service includes an enthusiastic, cohesive, patient-care
oriented LAS team composed of four ACVS board-certified surgeons
(one tenured, and three clinical), 3 house officers (2 surgery
residents and 1 surgery intern), and 3 dedicated surgery
technicians (along with additional 24/7 technical support). The
clinical activities take place in the 50,000 square foot Leatherdale Equine Center
(opened in 2007) which includes the Piper Equine Hospital, the
Barenscheer Arena and the Nutrena Conference Center, and also at
the Large Animal Hospital. The Piper Equine Hospital contains
state-of-the-art surgical, and advanced imaging equipment,
experienced support staff, and collegial colleagues. The hospital
is well-equipped with a spacious OR that includes advanced surgical
equipment (arthroscopic and laparoscopic towers, staplers and
electrocautery devices for GI surgery, and AO compatible orthopedic
equipment including locking plates) and a C-arm unit. Additional
diagnostic equipment include: VetRocket DR imaging, Samsung V7 and
HM70 EVO digital ultrasounds, Standing Equine MRI (Hallmarq),
Standing Equine CT (Asto CT), video endoscopy (1.5 m, 3.5 m), a
dynamic endoscope, Equinosis Q with Lameness Locator, and a force
plate. Treatment modalities include a shockwave unit (PulseVet - 4
trodes), diode and CO2 laser, PRP, IRAP, Pro-Stride APS, and
Alpha2EQ equipment. Teaching space is available in the Nutrena
Conference room, and teaching horses are available and housed in
the 14 stall Dudley barn and paddocks located behind the equine
center. The Large Animal Hospital is located a few blocks away from
the Equine Center and contains the facilities for food and fiber
patients, nuclear scintigraphy, and isolation. The Large Animal
Surgery Service works closely with four large animal internal
medicine specialists and six anesthesiologists to provide
comprehensive patient care. Additional specialty support is
available through ophthalmology, cardiology, dermatology, and small
animal surgery.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• DVM/VMD or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Board-certified in large animal surgery by the American College

of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS), or board-eligible for the ACVS phase
II exam by start date.

• The applicant must be eligible for Minnesota state veterinary

faculty licensure. Please see the Minnesota Board of Veterinary
Medicine website for more details: https://mn.gov/boards/veterinary-medicine/applications/
.

• Outstanding clinical, interpersonal and teaching skills.
• Experience and ability to work with culturally distinct groups

of people and excellent communication skills

About the Department

The Veterinary Population Medicine (VPM) department specializes in
population and individual animal medicine focusing on large
animals’ health and production, biomedical science, and ecosystem
and public health. Our faculty members conduct animal and
public-health-focused research to better diagnose, treat, and
prevent animal disease, as well as diseases that can be transmitted
between animals and humans. Faculty provide clinical instruction in
medicine, diseases, surgery, production medicine, public health and
reproduction of domestic large-animal species and are home to
faculty in clinics, epidemiology, veterinary public health, and
pathology. Faculty members provide clinical services for animals,
diagnostic services to animal owners, and continuing education and
extension programs for veterinarians and animal owners.

Teaching

The Veterinary Population Medicine Department provides clinical
instruction in medicine, surgery, production medicine, diagnostics
and reproduction of domestic large-animal species and is home to
faculty in epidemiology, veterinary public health, and pathology.
The department provides residency training in large animal
medicine, surgery, pathology, and veterinary public health and
preventive veterinary medicine and works with students in the
Veterinary Sciences, and Comparative and Molecular Biosciences
graduate programs.

Research

Faculty members conduct animal and public-health-focused research
to better diagnose, treat, eliminate and prevent animal disease, as
well as diseases that can be transmitted between animals and
humans.

Service

Faculty members provide clinical services for animals in the
Leatherdale Equine Center and Large Animal Hospital, as well as
diagnostic services to animal owners through the Veterinary
Diagnostic Laboratory. They consult with producers and
veterinarians in the community, provide continuing education and
extension programs for veterinarians and animal owners, and play an
active role in the Center for Animal Health and Food Safety, John
Fetrow Dairy Education Center, Equine Center, and the Swine Disease
Eradication Center.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range:

For Assistant Professor: $125,000 - $175,000 annually, depending on
education/qualifications/experience

For Associate Professor: $145,000 - $195,000 annually Associate;
depending on education/qualifications/experience

For Full Professor: $165,000 - $225,000 annually Full Professor;
depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more
information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that
includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training

and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit
Program

• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

opportunity

• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling

at no cost

• Employee Transit

Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro
area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to
note that most of the

time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This
approach ensures

that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of
each candidate while

maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our
commitment to fair and

equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to
incoming candidates

will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this
position, please click the Apply button and follow the
instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online
application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume
or CV.

Please include a letter of intent highlighting the special interest
for the position, related qualifications and career goals, a
curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of 3
individuals who are knowledgeable of the applicant’s experience and
capabilities. Letters of reference for applicants that are invited
to interview will be requested at a later date. Questions regarding
this position may be addressed to the search committee chair: Dr.
Troy Trumble (trumb016@umn.edu).

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please
e-mail jobcentr@umn.edu.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity
and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its
employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is
committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying
identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and
opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without
regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender,
age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran
status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful
completion of a background check. Our presumption is that
prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal
convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from
employment.

About University of Minnesota

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