SA Orthopedics Surgery (Clinical or Tenure Track)

Responsibilities The successful candidate will be expected to participate in teaching, clinical service, and research/scholarly activity. Teaching responsibilities include the clinical, didactic, and laboratory instructional activities of professional veterinary medicine and postgraduate training programs related to orthopedic and soft tissue surgery. Full‑time equivalent (FTE) assignments for orthopedic clinical service and research responsibilities are negotiable and will depend on the successful candidate’s interests and the type of appointment, i.e., clinical vs. tenure track. Clinical service includes patient care, procedural and surgical interventions, teaching veterinary medical students and interns, resident training, and consultation with private practitioners. Participation in shared after‑hours emergency surgery back‑up to the surgical residents is required. Qualifications Applicants must hold a DVM or equivalent degree and Diplomate status in the American College of Veterinary Surgeons or European College of Veterinary Surgeons at the time employment begins. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and obtain faculty veterinary licensure in the State of Alabama. For a tenure‑track position, research experience and an advanced degree (MS or PhD) are desired but not required. Tenure‑track faculty are expected to establish a specific area of research focus, seek extramural funding, and mentor residents pursuing graduate degrees. Benefits Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials. The institution offers benefits and career development resources. Equal Employment Opportunity It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance’s website to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr