The Department of Clinical Sciences at the NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a non-tenure track Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor of Equine Orthopedic Surgery. 

Position Information:  The position requires in-depth knowledge and experience in the diagnosis and management of equine lameness. The successful candidate will provide both advanced lameness and surgical services (for example, arthroscopy and fracture repair), and will bring innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to complement and enhance existing expertise in the equine orthopedic service. The successful candidate will be an effective communicator and teacher, provide state-of-the-art care to patients and clients, build positive and collaborative relationships with referring veterinarians, and further develop the equine orthopedic and lameness caseload. They will be responsible for didactic and clinical teaching of veterinary students, as well as teaching, mentoring, and advising of house officers. The person in this role is expected to be a productive, collegial, and active member of the Equine Orthopedic Service. Participation in collaborative research and contribution to NC State’s national and international outreach is expected.

Additional responsibilities include general surgery emergency coverage on 2-3 nights per month as well as one major holiday a year (all major holidays divided amongst faculty), and provision of back-up support for emergency orthopedic cases when on clinic duty.

Qualifications:  A DVM or equivalent degree and the completion of an American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) approved large animal surgery residency is required.

In addition to the required qualifications, ACVS board certification in Large Animal Surgery and/or Board certification or eligibility with the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR) and documented experience in teaching and scholarship are preferred.

To Apply:  http://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/113536.

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.  Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree verified at www.wes.org. Degree must be obtained prior to start date.

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