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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Clinical Neurology/Neurosurgery

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Position description

Veterinarian with advanced training in medical neurology and neurosurgery. Board certification or eligibility to take the certifying examination of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine or of the European College of Veterinary Neurology by the date of appointment is required. Clinical experience and competence in medical neurology and neurosurgery is required. Demonstrated aptitude/experience in teaching, particularly clinical instruction is required. Documented record of creative scholarship or potential to develop a clinical research program in neurology/neurosurgery is required. Must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere. A valid license to practice veterinary medicine in California or a University license will be required before employment (California Business and Professions Code Section 4846-4857; California Business and Professions Code Section 4848.1) the acquisition of which will be facilitated by the School of Veterinary Medicine.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical: The position includes a 70% clinical commitment to the Neurology/Neurosurgery Service of the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH). Individual will be responsible for directing, instructing and supervising veterinary students and residents; providing health care and service to in house and referral patients; and advising and consulting with referring veterinarians and clients.

Teaching: The primary teaching responsibility will be direct daily supervision and instruction of senior students in the Neurology/Neurosurgery Service. Other responsibilities include: 1) participation in lectures and laboratories in the DVM professional curriculum; 2) clinical teaching in the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH); and 3) participation in the graduate clinical (resident) training program of the VMTH.

Professional Competence: Advance the discipline within the VMTH, as well as locally and nationally, through participation and leadership in providing high quality patient care in the hospital environment. Expected to establish reputation for clinical excellence locally, regionally and nationally, depending upon level of appointment. Must demonstrate clinical competence and be recognized for accomplishment in a focused area of clinical practice.

Creative Scholarship: Faculty are expected to advance the clinical discipline through creation and dissemination of new knowledge with documentation in peer-reviewed publications. Creative/scholarly activities are required for individuals in this series, but in view of the increased responsibilities for clinical service and teaching, the type of scholarly activity may focus primarily on integrating/improving clinical care, conducting clinical research studies, and/or improving veterinary medical education.

Service: University and public service through committee work, participation in professional organizations, continuing education and other appropriate means is required.

APPLICATION PROCESS: To receive fullest consideration, applications must be submitted by March 15, 2022. Position is open until filled. To begin the application process, interested applicants should register online at https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF04639 and submit the following materials: 1) a letter of intent outlining special interest in the position, overall related qualifications, experience and career goals; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) a statement of didactic and clinical teaching philosophy; 4) a statement summarizing experience and professional contributions in the area of equity and diversity; and 5) the names and addresses of four professional references.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Veterinarian with advanced training in medical neurology and neurosurgery. Board certification or eligibility to take the certifying examination of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine or of the European College of Veterinary Neurology by the date of appointment is required. Clinical experience and competence in medical neurology and neurosurgery is required. Demonstrated aptitude/experience in teaching, particularly clinical instruction is required. Documented record of creative scholarship or potential to develop a clinical research program in neurology/neurosurgery is required. Must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere. A valid license to practice veterinary medicine in California or a University license will be required before employment (California Business and Professions Code Section 4846-4857; California Business and Professions Code Section 4848.1) the acquisition of which will be facilitated by the School of Veterinary Medicine.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research (Optional)

  • Statement of Teaching

  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion documented in the application file will be used to evaluate applicants. Visit https://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/faculty-equity-and-inclusion for guidelines about writing a statement and why one is requested.

Reference requirements
  • 4 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF04639

Help contact: mdpennington@ucdavis.edu

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