Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a three-year term faculty member position (with potential for renewal) in Large Animal Medicine at the rank of lecturer in the Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences. This position will have a 75% clinical commitment and its primary focus will be clinical teaching of undergraduate and graduate veterinarians. Other duties will include didactic and laboratory teaching in the veterinary program. This individual will have obtained certification through the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine and have a passion for both primary care and referral cases. This individual will be able to practice in an in-house setting and be willing to provide ambulatory service. The successful applicant must be able to communicate effectively, work collegially, and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds.
The WCVM is western Canada’s regional college of veterinary medicine. It is part of a comprehensive academic health sciences group on the university campus, with access to facilities including the PET-CT, Canadian Light Source and the Biomedical Beamline and Saskatchewan Centre for Cyclotron Sciences. For further information, please visit www.usask.ca/wcvm . Extensive opportunities for collaborative research exist within the College and with the University (College of Medicine, College of Pharmacy and Nutrition, College of Dentistry, College of Kinesiology and College of Engineering).
The Veterinary Medical Centre at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine is a state-of-the-art facility serving western Canada as an AVMA and AAHA accredited hospital and referral centre. The advanced imaging equipment includes a 320 detector row Toshiba Aquilion One CT scanner, Millennium MPR/MPS Gamma Camera with Genie AcQ software, Philips BV Pulsera C-arm Fluoroscope, 2 Toshiba Aplio 300, 4 Sound DR systems. MRI technology includes in-house Siemens Harmony 1.5 Tesla MRI and standing equine MRI in the Ryan-Dube Equine Performance Centre which also has a high-speed treadmill and an over-the-ground endoscope.
The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 24,000.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (or equivalent) and be eligible for general or limited general licensure with the Saskatchewan Veterinary Medical Association. Diplomate status in the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) is required. Previous academic experience and a post-graduate degree are desirable. The individual will have a primary interest in equine practice and be able to primarily provide service in large animal medicine. Participation in after hours on-call duty for the large animal medicine service will be required. This is anticipated to be a 25% (1:4) commitment. Due the nature of the large animal medicine service, ability to provide service to production animals (e.g., cattle, small ruminants) is essential. Experience in equine ambulatory practice or a willingness to build expertise in equine ambulatory practice is essential. Applicants must have a proven commitment to high quality teaching and patient care. Applicants should have demonstrated an ability to succeed in a collaborative clinical and teaching environment. Excellent communication skills and teaching experience are required. This position has no research requirement, but collaboration in ongoing research projects will be encouraged.
Salary bands for this position for the 2022-2023 academic year are as follows:
Lecturer: $83,150 - $123,458.
Salary for this position will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s education and experience. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.
Interested candidates must submit, via email, a cover letter; detailed curriculum vitae; and any supporting documents to:
Dr. Christopher Luby
52 Campus Drive
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK S7N 5B4
Telephone: (306) 966-7155
Email:
[email protected]
Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.
Review of applications will begin April 1, 2023; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2023.
Status: Term
Employment Group: USFA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Posted Date: 2/24/2023
Closing Date: Until Filled
Please review the University of Saskatchewan's health and safety requirements for faculty, staff and students in consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the
deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.
