Assistant, Associate, or Full Teaching Professor (NTT) in Equine Emergency Medicine

Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery

The College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Missouri currently seeks candidates for an open NTT Faculty position in Equine Emergency Medicine to join the our busy and thriving Equine Service and Hospital. This is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track faculty position.

Primary clinical teaching and service responsibilities will be in support of equine emergency services for the Veterinary Health Center. Position duties will include veterinary care of emergency patients and surgical responsibilities for candidates with surgical training. The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Provide clinical instruction and mentoring of professional veterinary students, interns, residents, and in the clinical setting.
• Provide health care and service to equine patients of the Veterinary Health Center
• Provide after-hours in-house and ambulatory emergency services.
• Advise and consult with referring veterinarians and clients regarding emergency cases.
• Effectively communicate and work collegially and collaboratively with diverse internal and external constituencies.
• Provide leadership and direction to interns, and residents.
• Participate in committee assignments, curriculum development, and other administrative service in support of the department, college, and university.
• Other duties as assigned.

Final distribution of effort will be based on the successful candidate's qualifications, career goals, and the needs of the Equine Section.

The College of Veterinary Medicine at MU is on a mission to educate and train outstanding clinicians and scientists, generate new knowledge, engage stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all of which promote and protect the health and welfare of animals and people. Our Doctor of Veterinary Medicine professional program boasts a unique curricular structure, which provides nearly two years of hands-on training in the college's general and specialty clinics. Additionally, the College is a leader in the training Undergraduate, Masters, and PhD students in the areas of Veterinary Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Veterinary Pathobiology, and Public Health. Simply put, our mission is to Teach, Heal, Discover, and Serve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree (such as VMD, BVSc).

Candidates will be evaluated based upon the following criteria:

• Prior experience in equine emergency medicine and practice
• Residency training and ability to obtain board-certification through a relevant certifying body (such as ACVS, ACVIM, ABVP, or ACVECC)
• Eligibility for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Missouri
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain DEA and BNDD
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain Federal Accreditation by the USDA
• Professional, residency and graduate training
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a valid Missouri driver's license.

Interested candidates should be prepared to attach:

• Letter stating professional interests and career goals
• Curriculum Vitae

Please contact Noah Hartsfield, HR Recruiter, at 573-882-3761 or hartsfieldn@missouri.edu, or Dr. Hannah Leventhal, Chair of the Search Committee, at hannah.leventhal@missouri.edu if you have questions about the position.

MU is a nationally competitive, global university. Many states fund separate research and land-grant universities, but Missouri combines those roles at its flagship institution. MU is both a land-grant university with a statewide mission of service to citizens and Missouri's largest public research university. Mizzou is one of only five universities nationwide that offers law, medicine, veterinary medicine, and a nuclear research reactor on one campus.

MU is a national leader in comparative medicine, in which researchers collaborate by sharing discoveries, innovations and treatments for humans and animals. For more about the College of Veterinary Medicine and our impact on Missouri, the nation, and the world, go to:

• University of Missouri/College of Veterinary Medicine - http://cvm.missouri.edu/
• Veterinary Health Center - http://www.vmth.missouri.edu/
• Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab - http://vmdl.missouri.edu/

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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