Assistant Professor Health Programs

Job no: 671375
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Veterinary Medicine
Department: Small Animal Clinical Sciences 10046764
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Full Time (90-100%), Veterinary/Animal Care, Non-Union
Position Summary

Assistant Professor – Health Programs

(East Lansing, MI) The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University, invites applications for a faculty position in veterinary neurology. Faculty appointed in the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences are responsible for classroom and laboratory instruction, research and scholarship and clinical practice and instruction. Conduct of scholarly work that expands the art and science of veterinary medicine is expected and should include both principal and collaborative work that reflects the faculty members' interests and specialization. In addition, the faculty member will participate in clinical and preclinical teaching of veterinary medical students, interns, and residents, and serve the academic community through various committee and administrative assignments.

Michigan State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and educator. Women and individuals from under-represented minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Veterinary Medicine

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have a DVM or equivalent degree and be eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Michigan (limited academic licensure is available). Specialty veterinary internal medicine board certification or eligibility in Neurology (ACVIM or ECVN) and completion of veterinary medicine residency in Neurology or Neurosurgery is also required.

Required Application Materials

All applicants must apply online at https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/listing/. Candidates are asked to submit a package including: (1) letter of intent detailing career goals and interests, 2) curriculum vitae (3) full names and contact information (phone numbers, e-mail, postal address, fax numbers) contact information for 3 individuals acting as references.

Summary of Health Risks

TB risk. Potential exposure to animals or to specimens with mycobaterium.

Website

https://cvm.msu.edu/scs

Department Statement

Michigan State University is a pioneer land-grant school and one of the top research universities in the world. Located on one of the nations largest and most beautiful campuses, East Lansings college-town atmosphere is complemented by a low cost of living and convenient access to other culturally-rich communities such as Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Detroit and Chicago. East Lansing and surrounding communities provide excellent public school systems. In addition, Michigan, the Great Lakes State, with its numerous inland lakes and rivers, state and national parks, national lakeshores, world-class golf courses and four distinct seasons offers a broad variety of outdoor recreational activities. Additional information about Michigan attractions is available through the Pure Michigan® website:http://www.michigan.org

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised: Sep 9, 2020 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 20, 2020 Eastern Daylight Time