Faculty Position in Equine Ambulatory Medicine

Tufts University:
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine:
Large Animal Clinical Sciences

Location:

Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, 149 New Sweden Rd, Woodstock, CT 06281

Open Date:
Sep 09, 2025

Salary Range or Pay Grade:
The salary range for assistant clinical professors is $124,000 to $186,000. The salary range for associate clinical professors is $131,000 to $219,000.

The Department of Ambulatory Medicine and Theriogenology at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University invites applications for an assistant or associate clinical professor of equine ambulatory medicine. The successful applicant is expected to provide primary care equine medicine and surgery in an ambulatory setting, while providing clinical learning experiences for clinical year DVM students. In addition to clinical responsibilities, the successful candidate will contribute to both pre‑clinical and clinical teaching in the DVM curriculum, mentor interns, and engage in scholarly activities.

The Department of Ambulatory Medicine and Theriogenology provides instruction in general veterinary medicine across all large animal species, with teaching responsibilities spanning classroom lectures, clinical skills labs, small group sessions, and clinical rotations. Faculty members have ample opportunities to engage in teaching across a variety of formats and settings. While this is primarily a clinical and teaching position, engagement in research and/or scholarly activity sufficient to maintain expertise is expected.

There are opportunities for collaborative or independent projects, according to your interests. On the clinical track, it is expected that the equivalent of ~32 weeks will be spent on clinical service, ~7 weeks will be devoted to teaching, ~5 weeks will be devoted to scholarly activity, and ~3 weeks will be devoted to service.

Clinical practice is under the auspices of Tufts Veterinary Field Services (TVFS), which is based along with the academic department in Woodstock, CT. The main campus is located 35 miles away, in North Grafton, MA and is where most of the pre‑clinical teaching occurs. TVFS provides high quality individual animal care, herd health, production medicine, and reproductive services for horses (2500/year), dairy and beef cattle (2,000 calls/40,000 animals), small ruminants (2500/year), camelids (400/year), and pigs (300/year).

TVFS is currently composed of 11 clinicians and one intern. Rotational participation in the emergency call schedule is required. Specialized equipment available includes digital radiography, diagnostic ultrasound, and endoscopy. A haul‑in with stocks is available at the clinic in Woodstock, CT. Easy referral for advanced medical and surgical care is available at the Hospital for Large Animals in North Grafton, MA.

The Hospital for Large Animals has a full range of board‑certified specialists.

Minimum requirements include a DVM degree or its equivalent and eligibility for licensure in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. The ability to achieve federal and state accreditation is required. Demonstrated expertise in general equine medicine and surgery is required. Previous formal or informal teaching experience in an academic or practice setting is highly desirable. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates;

however, individuals with established expertise and a strong track record in equine ambulatory medicine will be given priority. Interest and ability to provide lameness evaluation and treatment is considered highly desirable. Previous experience with broodmare management is considered an asset. Excellent communication skills and an enthusiasm for teaching are required. Practitioner or specialty board certification is not required but is considered an asset.

Application review will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter describing their qualifications, clinical interests and experience, teaching experience, and research or scholarly interests. Please address your strengths/experiences in creating an…