Faculty Position in Diagnostic Imaging at The Ohio State University

 

The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine announces an outstanding opportunity for a faculty position (clinical-track or tenure-track) in diagnostic imaging. The person will join an energetic, internationally recognized, diagnostic imaging program comprised of 3 existing faculty radiologists, 4 residents and 6 technologists. Candidates must have a DVM or equivalent degree. Specialty board certification (ACVR or ECVDI) is preferred, and board-eligible candidates will also be considered. An advanced degree or equivalent research experience is desirable for tenure-track candidates.

The diagnostic imaging service is located within the comprehensive Veterinary Medical Center and referral center that includes state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, Eklin DR systems; 2 ultrasound units; an 8- slice, multidetector CT (used for both large and small animals); a nuclear medicine suite with two gamma cameras (large and small FOV); and a linear accelerator. An in-hospital 3T MRI with a full suite of imaging applications (neurologic, orthopedic, cardiac, vascular) for both large and small animal imaging is currently being installed with an expected opening date of winter 2015.. Access to a 7T magnet, PET/CT and SPECT/CT is also

available through the OSU Division of Imaging Research. The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences

supports a faculty of about 60 clinical specialists, educators, and investigators along with extensive training programs for professional students, interns, residents, and graduate students. The College of Veterinary Medicine (vet.osu.edu) is ranked 5^th among North American colleges of veterinary medicine by US News & World Report. The Ohio State University (www.osu.edu) has been ranked third nationally in the list of best places to work in academia, according to The Scientist magazine. Columbus is the 15th ranked city by size in the United States (population of 1.5 million within the city and metropolitan area) and supports a vibrant, multifaceted community (www.experiencecolumbus.com).

Teaching responsibilities will include lectures, labs, and clinical teaching of diagnostic imaging to professional students, interns, residents, and graduate students. Faculty members are expected to be involved in professional and community outreach, committee service, and curriculum development. Participation in continuing education events and outreach activities for the public and private practitioners is expected. Clinical-track candidates will be assigned up to 75% time in clinics, including clinical teaching of students and advanced training of interns and residents. Sponsored research is not required for clinical track faculty, yet clinical research, publications or other scholarly activities to advance clinical veterinary medicine are expected and encouraged. Tenure-track candidates are given at least 50% off-clinic time to meet expectations for developing an extramurally funded research program in diagnostic imaging that includes collaboration with other scientists, advising of graduate student research, and publication in peer-reviewed journals.

Faculty members are encouraged to develop collaborative endeavors with clinicians and scientists within the College and across the university. Excellent collaborative opportunities are available in the Departments of Veterinary Biosciences and Veterinary Preventive Medicine within the College and other units on the university campus. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is a major medical research complex located within walking distance to the College of Veterinary Medicine and research collaborations with the Department of Radiology are well established and encouraged The Department of Radiology, Imaging Research (http://radiology.osu.edu/11217.cfm) and the Wright Center of Innovation in Biomedical Imaging (http://radiology.osu.edu/11205.cfm) are a just a few of the resources available to clinicians and research scientists interested in diagnostic imaging.

Collegiality, civility, mutual support, and respect for others are strongly held values in the College of Veterinary Medicine. We support diverse beliefs and the free exchange of ideas and expect that faculty, staff, and students promote these values and apply them in a professional manner in all academic endeavors. In addition, The Ohio State University, in an effort to promote the health and well-being of all of its faculty, staff, students, and visitors, has chosen to maintain a tobacco-free environment.

Salary will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. The position is available immediately, and applications will be reviewed upon receipt and continue until the position is filled. To apply, interested candidates are invited to submit a letter of intent stating professional goals and interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of four references to Dr. David Wilkie, Interim Chairperson, Dept. of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, 601 Vernon Tharp St., Columbus, OH 43210 or via e-mail (Wilkie.1@osu.edu). Inquiries regarding the diagnostic imaging position can be directed to Dr. Eric Green by e-mail (green.689@osu.edu), telephone (614-292-1040), or fax (614-292-3191). The Ohio State University is an EEO/AA Employer.