The Department of Veterinary Large Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University invites applications for 2 full-time faculty positions in Radiology. Requirements for the applicant include the DVM/VMD or equivalent degree and board certification or board-eligibility in the American College of Veterinary Radiology. Applicants must be eligible for licensure in the State of Texas.
The radiology section in the Department of Large Animal Medicine and Surgery provides medical imaging services for small, large and exotic animals. The case load is large, diverse and interesting. The section consists of 5 ACVR board-certified faculty positions, 8 technologist positions, 2 secretary positions and a radiology staff supervisor position. Texas A&M University has an ACVR approved active residency program. State of the art equipment is available on site for digital radiography (AGFA ADC Compact Plus), helical computed tomography (GE Lightspeed Quadslice), digital fluoroscopy, ultrasonography (Siemens Sequoia), nuclear scintigraphy (IS2 Digital Camera, Post Processing Nuclear Mac 2005) and magnetic resonance (Mobile MRI: Siemens Magnetom Expert, Impact 1.0T) imaging. Radiation therapy is performed by a Cobalt 60 Teletherapy Unit Theratron 780. All diagnostic images are stored on a PACS system (EKLIN DR Imaging systems EKLIN Pacs system).
The 2 positions available may be either clinical or tenure track at any academic rank. The clinical coverage of the imaging service will be shared with other board-certified radiologist colleagues. The majority of clinical activity time for each radiologist will be devoted to instruction and diagnostic imaging in the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH). The radiologist will supervise and aid veterinary students, house officers and faculty colleagues in the imaging diagnosis of diseases of patients admitted to the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. The radiologist will share with other radiologists in disseminating knowledge and mentorship of veterinary students, interns, and residents as these individuals develop their imaging skills. The radiologist will team-teach in didactic lectures and laboratories related to imaging in the veterinary professional curriculum. Numerous opportunities for collaborative research exist throughout the College and University The radiologist will have opportunity to provide leadership for development and introduction of new techniques and concepts that will enhance the quality and scope of the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital’s patient care programs and the College of Veterinary Medicine at Texas A&M University. Each radiologist has the opportunity to provide and participate in continuing education presentations in state, national, and specialty meetings.
Texas A&M University is a college based on tradition. The pride and loyalty expressed by the faculty and staff, students and former students is unequaled anywhere in the nation. The values of excellence, leadership, integrity, respect, selfless service, and loyalty combine to create an intellectually dynamic environment. The Texas A&M community truly works towards its purpose of developing leaders of character dedicated to serving the greater good. Texas A&M University is the oldest public institution of higher education in Texas and one of the nation's largest and most dynamic universities. Texas A&M is a major research university with annual research expenditures of more than $400 million, has a growing international focus, and enjoys outstanding public and private support. The College of Veterinary Medicine is a well established and respected veterinary college where the faculty, staff and students are committed to excellence – excellence through service, through education/teaching, and excellence through research. The college has been well supported by the University with the approval of more than 40 new faculty positions. Radiology has recently benefited with the addition of 2 of those positions with a current total of 5 funded radiologist’s positions. On the horizon is the newly formed Texas Institute for Preclinical Studies (TIPS). This institute is collaboration between veterinary medical researchers, medical researchers and private companies that will use the latest in imaging and diagnostic equipment to provide Good Laboratory Practice studies to the drug and biomedical device industry. We are also in the process of installing a Linac radiation therapy unit and acquiring an in house MRI unit.
We are seeking a collaborative, energetic collegial individual with a desire to work in a stimulating and team-oriented environment, enhancing our high performing radiology team.
There is a reason Texans come home to Texas. The rest get here as soon as they can. College Station offers an excellent quality of life combined with a low cost of living and is easily accessible to metropolitan areas, lakes, hiking and numerous other outdoor activities. Come join our team. You will find a dedication to creating new knowledge and providing excellent care to the patients entrusted to us.
If you are board certified or board eligible in the ACVR and would like to join an expanding, progressive team in diagnostic imaging at Texas A&M University, please submit a statement of career goals, curriculum vitae, and names of 3-5 references to: Dr. Kathy Spaulding, Chair of Search Committee, Large Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University, 4475 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843-4475. Phone inquiries directly to (979) 412-3230 (phone); (979) 847-8863 (fax), or e-mail kspaulding@cvm.tamu.edu.
Application review will begin immediately and applications will be considered until the positions are filled. Salary will be commensurate with experience and level of training.
Texas A&M University is a major research university with a growing international focus, and enjoys outstanding public and private support. Texas A&M is a smoke-free workplace.
Texas A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Educator committed to Diversity
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