The Department of Medicine and Epidemiology in the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of California, Davis is recruiting for a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor in Communication, Professional Skills, and Community Practice.

Veterinarian with a minimum of 4 years’ experience working in primary care small animal practice required. Excellent skills as a primary care veterinarian and in communication are required. Must possess a strong desire to teach and mentor DVM students in classroom and clinical settings. Demonstrated interest and/or experience in veterinary practice management preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere are required. DVM or equivalent degree required. A valid license to practice veterinary medicine in California is required before employment (California Business and Professions Code Section 4846-4857). Individuals not eligible for a full California license can obtain a University License (California Business and Professions Code Section 4848.1). USDA accreditation will be required within one year of hire.

This full-time position includes: 1) 45% effort assignment to the design, leadership, and delivery of content related to communication and veterinary professional skills in the DVM curriculum; 2) 45% effort assignment as a primary care veterinarian teaching and mentoring DVM students in the Community Practice Service in the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH); and 3) 10% effort for professional development, creative work, and university and public service. A complete position description is available online at: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF02755

To receive fullest consideration, applications must be received by May 15, 2019; position open until filled. Interested applicants should submit 1) a letter of intent outlining special interest in the position, overall related qualifications, experience, and career goals; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) a statement summarizing clinical teaching philosophy; 4) a statement summarizing personal perspective of the importance of communication in veterinary practice; 5) a statement summarizing experience and professional contributions in the area of equity and diversity; and 6) the names and addresses of professional references from three veterinary colleagues and one staff colleague. Application materials must be submitted by using the University’s online submission program, https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF02755

The University of California is and affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus. UC Davis supports family friendly recruitments: http://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/programs/work-life/index.html