Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor in Veterinary Medical Imaging
Contact Person: Dr. Dan Feeney, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, C339 Veterinary Medical Center, 1352 Boyd Avenue, University of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN 55108 Email: feene001@umn.edu Fax: 612-624-0751
Date Posted: March 24, 2009
Position: The University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applications for an Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor position in Medical Imaging. Rank will be dependent upon qualifications and experience. This is a 100% time, annually renewable, non-tenure track appointment.
Requirements: Qualifications include: DVM/VMD or equivalent veterinary degree, successful completion of a Radiology/Imaging residency with eligibility for or certification by the American College of Veterinary Radiology or European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging by start date, and evidence of outstanding clinical and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate must be eligible for Minnesota state veterinary licensure. Preference will be given to individuals who are board certified by ACVR or ECVDI , who have evidence of outstanding teaching skills, and previous research experience and/or training in MRI or other modality which complements the strengths of the current imaging faculty.
Description: The successful candidate will join a radiology team composed of three full time ACVR board certified radiologists, an ACVR board certified clinical instructor/PhD candidate, two residents, seven technicians, an MRI technologist and administrative support staff. The UM, VMC is well equipped with Kodak CR and PACS, Eklin DR (Equine), GE LOGIQ 9, GE VIVID 7 and Acuson Sequoia ultrasound units, Seimens digital fluoroscopy, GE spiral CT/e, on-site GE Signa HDx 3.0T MRI, and gamma camera with Mirage software. Primary duties will include clinical participation in the Imaging Service of the Veterinary Medical Center (VMC). Clinical responsibilities include small and large animal diagnostic radiology and special procedures, small animal ultrasonography, CT, MRI, consultations to local veterinarians and VMC faculty/house officers, and after-hours emergency consultation. Opportunity to take part in the radiation therapy program exists. Teaching responsibilities will primarily include providing clinical instruction to interns, residents, and professional students as they rotate through the Radiology/Imaging service, but will also include participation in the Radiology didactic courses. Other job responsibilities include participation in clinical research and scholarly activities, personal development, and discipline/non-discipline related service to the College of Veterinary Medicine and other veterinary-related professional organizations. Board-certified individuals will have the opportunity to participate in the teleradiology service offered by the imaging group.
College: The College is located on the St. Paul Campus of the University of Minnesota and has a reputation for excellence in clinical and basic research programs. Clinical research strengths in imaging include traditional imaging paradigms as well as state of the art 3-Tesla MRI and linear accelerator (6-10 MeV photon/electron) therapy. Opportunities exist for collaboration with faculty across the other five units of the Academic Health Center (Schools of Medicine, Pharmacy, Public Health, Nursing, and Dentistry) and the Center for Magnetic Resonance Research. With a population of nearly three million, the metropolitan area offers urban living at its best, with a blend of big-city sophistication and small-town security and comfort.
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Generous vacation, sick leave, and benefits package are provided by the University of Minnesota.
Begin: Starting date will be July 1, 2009, or when selected candidate is available.
Application: Qualified applicants should apply online at employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=79339 and include a letter of intent and Curriculum Vitae. In addition, the applicant should request that letters of reference be submitted from 3 individuals knowledgeable of the applicant's clinical abilities, teaching abilities, scholarly abilities, and interpersonal skills. Mail reference letters to:
Dr. Dan Feeney, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, C339 Veterinary Medical Center, 1352 Boyd Avenue, University of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN 55108 Email: feene001@umn.edu Fax: 612-624-0751
Deadline: To receive fullest consideration, applications should be received by April 30, 2009. This position will remain open until filled.
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