The Surgery Section of the Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences at Texas A&M University, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences is seeking applications for a tenure-track Food Animal surgeon. Applicants must have a DVM or equivalent degree and have completed a large animal surgery residency approved by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS). Board-certification or eligibility for certification by the ACVS in large animal is required. Applicants must meet requirements for special (institutional) or regular licensure in Texas (ie, must be a graduate of an AVMA-accredited College of Veterinary Medicine).
The successful applicant’s major clinical responsibility will be to food animal surgery within the in-house Food Animal Medicine and Surgery Service. Other clinical responsibilities will include providing Emergency Service on a rotating basis with other Large Animal surgery faculty, didactic and laboratory teaching to professional veterinary students, and training of house officers. Additionally, the individual will be expected to become involved in collaborative and individual research endeavors and participate in committee assignments and administrative duties as assigned by the Department Head, or Section Chief. Applicants should have excellent interpersonal skills to ensure appropriate communication with clients, referring veterinarians, and in-hospital personnel. A complete job description can be found on our web site at:
http://www.cvm.tamu.edu/vlcs/PositionDescriptionFASurgeon.shtml
University benefits include: group health, life, dependent life, disability income, and accidental death and dismemberment policies. Employees of Texas A&M University participate in the federal Social Security program and the Texas Teachers Retirement program with an optional retirement program available. Vacation, sick leave and holidays are provided in accordance with Texas A&M University policy. Review of applications will begin July 1, 2008, and will continue until a successful candidate is identified. Inquiries can be made via email to kwashburn@cvm.tamu.edu, or by phone (979)845-3541. Applicants should send a letter of intent and curriculum vitae with the names and addresses of 3 references to Dr. Kevin Washburn, Large Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University, 4475 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843-4475.
Texas A&M University a smoke-free workplace, and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer/educator committed to diversity.
April 16, 2008
