Open Rank NTT Professor (Teaching / Clinical) in Veterinary Surgical Oncology with Fellowship

Hiring Department

Department of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery

Job Description

The MU College of Veterinary
Medicine currently seeking applications for a full-time
NTT faculty position in Veterinary Surgical Oncology . The
opening may be filled at the assistant, associate, or full academic
rank. This appointment’s primary teaching and clinical focus is
providing faculty support to the Surgical Oncology section in the
Veterinary Health
Center (VHC). The Surgical Oncology section functions as
part of a multi-disciplinary, integrated Oncology
service , with strong support from Medical Oncology and
Radiation Oncology. Intermittent, limited support to the Soft
Tissue Surgery section may be required.

Potential candidates who have not yet completed their fellowship
training in surgical oncology, but are interested in doing so, are
welcome to apply with the understanding that the training will be
completed during the first 12 to 24 months of their appointment,
under the supervision of the college’s current Surgical Oncology
Faculty. During this training period, they will be expected to
contribute to the department as a small animal surgery faculty by
assisting with the general soft-tissue surgery case load. Plans for
the successful completion of their Fellowship training will be
developed in consultation between the candidate and the
department.

As part of this appointment, the successful candidate will:

• Provide clinical instruction of students (professional),

interns, and residents in surgical oncology, soft tissue surgery,
and perioperative medicine utilizing the caseload of the VHC.

• Contribute to the professional and graduate curriculum by

participating in classroom and laboratory instruction.
Opportunities for online instruction are possible.

• Represent the University, College, and VHC through outreach

activities for animal-owning public, referring veterinarians, or
other relevant stakeholders.

• Share with other faculty and house officers in after-hours

call.

• Participate in the discovery process by participating in

clinical, resident or house officer research, or through
collaborative research activities. NTT faculty are not expected to
build or maintain an independent externally funded research
program.

• Participate in faculty governance activities.
• Other duties as needed in support of the Oncology and Surgery

Sections, Department, College, and/or University.

Distribution of effort will be based on the successful candidate’s
qualifications, career goals, and the needs of the Surgery and
Oncology sections.

This faculty opening is cross-posted with a Tenure /
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Veterinary Surgical Oncology (Job
ID: 61414). There is one opening that may be filled under either
posting depending on the qualifications of the final
candidate.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree

(such as VMD, BVSc).

• Successful completion of a residency training program approved

by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or the
European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS) prior to appointment
start date.

Candidates will be evaluated on:

• Diplomate status or eligibility for board-certification through

the ACVS or ECVS.

• Successful completion of fellowship training in surgical

oncology or the willingness to complete fellowship training during
the first 24 months of your appointment.

• Clinical experience, communication skills, experience working

in dynamic environments, passion for teaching, and desire for
continuous professional growth and development.

• Eligibility for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in

Missouri (including faculty licensure), DEA registration and BNDD
certificate, and USDA accreditation (Small Animal).

Application Materials

Applications should include:

• Letter stating professional interests and career goals
• Curriculum Vital

You may contact Noah Hartsfield, HR Recruiter, at hartsfieldn@missouri.edu or
573-882-3761 or Dr. Owen Skinner, Search Committee Chair at
skinnero@missouri.edu
with questions or for more information.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship may be available for candidates
currently in the United States in H-1B status or other
work-authorized status.

Community Information

The College of Veterinary Medicine at MU is on a mission to
educate and train outstanding clinicians and scientists, generate
new knowledge, engage stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all
of which promote and protect the health and welfare of animals and
people. Our Doctor of Veterinary Medicine professional program
boasts a unique curricular structure, which provides nearly two
years of hands-on training in the college’s general and specialty
clinics. Additionally, the College is a leader in the training
Undergraduate, Masters, and PhD students in the areas of Biomedical
Sciences and Veterinary Pathobiology. Simply put, our mission is to
Teach, Heal, Discover, and Serve.

The Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery is
dedicated to developing and disseminating knowledge to improve the
health and well-being of animals and people through instruction,
innovative research, service, and leadership. The department is
home to the college’s Veterinary Health Center, a state-of-the-art
teaching and medical services faculty, where our faculty provide
clinical care, teach, and develop innovative treatments and
therapies for both small and large animals.

MU is a nationally competitive, global university. Many
states fund separate research and land-grant universities, but
Missouri combines those roles at its flagship institution. MU is
both a land-grant university with a statewide mission of service to
citizens and Missouri’s largest public research university. Mizzou
is one of only five universities nationwide that offers law,
medicine, veterinary medicine, and a nuclear research reactor on
one campus.

MU is a national leader in comparative medicine, in which
researchers collaborate by sharing discoveries, innovations and
treatments for humans and animals. For more about the College
of Veterinary Medicine and our impact on Missouri, the nation, and
the world, go to:

• University of Missouri/College of Veterinary Medicine -

http://cvm.missouri.edu/

• Veterinary Health Center - http://www.vmth.missouri.edu/
• Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab - http://vmdl.missouri.edu/

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features
and a high quality of life for people of all ages and
interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college
town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses
and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63,
Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a
couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is
Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture,
activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is
home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts
more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your
career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire,
Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For
additional information on University benefits, please visit the
Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of
Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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