Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Companion Animal Surgery- Clinical or Tenure Track

Job Title Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Companion Animal Surgery - Clinical or Tenure Track Position Type Faculty Department LSUAM VetMed - School of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (Colin F Mitchell (00001599)) Work Location Veterinary Medicine Clinical Track Position Requirements 70% - Participate in the Companion Animal Surgery Service of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, cooperating with other clinical faculty in clinical teaching and hospital practice; support the emergency service through provision or supervision of companion animal surgery. 30% - Conduct scholarly activities including teaching and collaborative research. Tenure Track Position Requirements 50% - Participate in the Companion Animal Surgery Service of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, cooperating with other clinical faculty in clinical teaching and hospital practice; support the emergency service through provision or supervision of companion animal surgery. 50% - Conduct scholarly activities including teaching and collaborative research. Minimum Qualifications Assistant Professor: DVM or equivalent; must have successfully completed a residency training program accredited by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS) and be eligible for board certification by ACVS or ECVS. Associate Professor: DVM or equivalent with 5 years of related research, teaching, or clinical experience; must have board certification by ACVS and/or ECVS. Full Professor: DVM or equivalent with 8 years of experience; must be board certified by ACVS and/or ECVS. Minimum Certifications/Licenses: Board certification or eligibility to take ACVS-SA surgery boards. Eligibility to obtain a faculty license for the State of Louisiana. Preferred Qualifications Diplomate in the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. Experience in clinical investigation and/or team research. Special or Physical Qualifications Required to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays; availability to work 8‑10 hour shifts. Must be capable of lifting more than 50 pounds, standing, sitting, or walking for prolonged periods, reaching below and above shoulder level, with adequate near and far sight, and performing pull/push, grasp, kneel or sit on the floor, bend, squat, or twist. Subject to random drug and alcohol testing per institutional policy. 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. Equal Opportunity Statement LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Work Authorization Requirement All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that authorization throughout employment; changes in laws or regulations may affect eligibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr