Clinical Assistant Professor, Large Animal Surgery

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The Department of Surgical Sciences at the University of Wisconsin, School of Veterinary Medicine is soliciting applications for 1 full-time Clinical Assistant, Associate, or full Professor in Large Animal Surgery. The successful candidate will join the Large Animal Surgery Section, which is comprised of 3 full-time ACVS Diplomates (including 1 ACVSMR double boarded surgeon), 3 residents/interns, and a dynamic group of certified veterinary technicians.

UW School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) is a wonderful workplace with enthusiastic students, technologists, interns, residents, and other faculty specialists who work together to provide excellent veterinary medical care. The SVM team provides outstanding programs in veterinary medical education, research, clinical practice, and service that enhances the health and welfare of both animals and people and contributes to the economic well‑being of the state of Wisconsin.

Appointment may be made in the Teaching, Clinical, or Tenure track as appropriate to the candidate's background, experience, qualifications and career goals.

UW-Madison campus provides an excellent environment which has a vibrant biomedical research community and offers unparalleled opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. The School of Medicine and Public Health, Carbone Cancer Center, Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, and Wisconsin Institute of Medical Research are within a short walk of the SVM.

The large animal hospital includes state‑of‑the‑art equipment such as laparoscopy, arthroscopy, flexible endoscopy, dynamic airway endoscopy, gait analysis, ultrasound, digital radiography, standing CT, 3D printing, shock wave therapy, electrocardiography (resting and exercise), and regenerative medicine therapy (stem cells, PRP, Prostride). A new indoor arena supports our equine sports medicine section.

Clinical service within the Section of Large Animal Surgery at UW Veterinary Care including daytime and emergency duty, and back‑up on call support to large animal surgery residents, interns, and technicians.

Participation in clinical and didactic teaching of veterinary students, interns, and residents in large animal surgery.

Up to 26 weeks of clinical duty per year. Will cover an equitable portion of lecture and laboratory teaching shared with the section (most recently averaging 10‑15 lectures and 10‑15 laboratories per year). Required to be capable of lifting up to 40 pounds, standing or walking for prolonged periods, able to reach and/or climb a ladder, kneel or sit on the floor, bend, squat, and/or twist.

Distribution of time is expected to be approximately 60% clinical practice, 40% other services (Teaching, Research and Service).

• DVM or equivalent by start date.
• Must be licensed to practice Veterinary Medicine in the State of Wisconsin by start date.
• American College of Veterinary Surgeons board certified or board‑eligible by start date as a result of advanced training in Large Animal Surgery. Applicants with experience in species such as large ruminants, camelids, etc. are strongly encouraged to apply. An individual with European College of Veterinary Surgeons board certification may also be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative clinical environment.

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent degree) by start date.

Commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health,…