Clinical Emphasis Faculty Position in Oncology
The Ohio State University
Contact Person: Dr. Rustin M. Moore, Chair, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, 601 Tharp St., Columbus, OH 43210 or via e-mail (Rustin.Moore@cvm.osu.edu). Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Matthew Allen (Matthew.Allen@cvm.osu.edu or 614-292-7105).
Date Posted: February 10, 2009
Description: Clinical Emphasis Faculty Position in Oncology
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine announces an outstanding opportunity for a full-time clinical emphasis (clinical-track) faculty position in comparative medical oncology. Candidates must hold a DVM or equivalent degree. Specialty board certification (ACVIM- or ECVIM-Oncology) is preferred, but board-eligible candidates will also be considered. Candidates with dual certification and interest in medical and radiation oncology are especially encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in individuals with an interest in contributing to the development and maintenance of a robust veterinary oncology program, including being involved with collaborative clinical and translational research as part of our clinical trials program. The appointee will join the Oncology and Hematology Service within the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, which is currently comprised of 3 faculty, 2-3 residents, and 3 technicians.
The Oncology and Hematology Service (www.vet.osu.edu/564.htm) is located within the comprehensive Veterinary Teaching Hospital and referral center that includes a dedicated chemotherapy preparation laboratory, state-of-the-art imaging modalities including 8-slice CT, digital radiography, nuclear scintigraphy, 3 Tesla MRI, linear accelerator for radiation oncology, 24-7 small animal emergency and critical care, a well-staffed medical and surgical hospital, comprehensive comparative oncology laboratory, clinical trials program (www.vet.osu.edu/ClinicalTrials.htm), and a robust graduate (MS/PhD) program.
Teaching responsibilities will include lectures, laboratories, and clinical teaching of medical oncology, hematology and related topics to students, interns, residents, and graduate students. The candidate is expected to foster a broad and diverse large and small animal caseload in medical oncology through the delivery of efficient and effective service to clients and referring private practitioners and the provision of high-quality comprehensive patient care. Faculty are also expected to be involved in professional and community outreach, continuing education, committee service, and curriculum development.
Clinical-track candidates will be assigned up to 75% time in clinics, including patient management, client service, clinical teaching of students and advanced training of interns and residents. Sponsored research is not required for clinical-track faculty, but clinical research, especially collaborative involvement in clinical trials, publications or and/other scholarly activities to advance clinical veterinary medicine are expected and encouraged.
Faculty are encouraged to develop collaborative endeavors with clinicians and scientists within the College and across the University. The Comparative Oncology Program (www.vet.osu.edu/comparativeOncology.htm) is one of the College’s Signature Programs. Excellent collaborative opportunities are available in the Departments of Veterinary Biosciences and Veterinary Preventive Medicine within the College as well as other units across the University campus, including the comprehensive OSU Health Sciences Center, which is within walking distance of the College. The College of Medicine (www.medicine.osu.edu), the Comprehensive Cancer Center including The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute (www.jamesline.com/Pages/index.aspx), and the College of Pharmacy (www.pharmacy.ohio-state.edu) are a just a few of the resources available to clinicians and research scientists interested in oncology and related fields. Additionally, collaborative opportunities exist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital (www.nationwidechildrens.org) and Riverside Methodist Hospital (www.ohiohealth.com/homeriverside.cfm?id=320&fr=true).
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences supports a faculty of over 50 clinical specialists, educators, and investigators along with extensive training programs for professional students, interns, residents, and graduate students. The College of Veterinary Medicine (www.vet.osu.edu) is ranked 5th among North American colleges of veterinary medicine by US News and World Report. The Ohio State University (www.osu.edu) was recently ranked third nationally in the list of best places to work in academia, according to The Scientist magazine. Columbus is the 15th ranked city by size in the United States (population of 730,000) and supports a vibrant, multifaceted community (www.experiencecolumbus.com).
Collegiality, civility, mutual support, and respect for others are strongly held values in the College of Veterinary Medicine. We support diverse beliefs and the free exchange of ideas and expect that faculty, staff, and students promote these values and apply them in a professional manner in all academic endeavors. The appointee should have excellent communication skills and an ability to work cooperatively with other faculty and staff.
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. The start date is negotiable; however, the position is currently available, and applications will be reviewed beginning immediately and continue until the position is filled.
To apply, interested candidates are invited to submit a letter of intent stating professional goals and interests, a curriculum vita, and the names and contact information of four references to Dr. Rustin M. Moore, Chair, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, 601 Tharp St., Columbus, OH 43210 or via e-mail (Rustin.Moore@cvm.osu.edu). Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Matthew Allen (Matthew.Allen@cvm.osu.edu or 614-292-7105).
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