Clinical Assistant Professor
Large Animal Emergency Clinician
The Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, Kansas State University, invites applications for a clinical, 1 year, renewable appointment as a Large Animal Emergency Clinician (LAEC). The LAEC will provide after hours and emergency service and teaching to the Equine and Agricultural Practices Sections of the KSU-VMTH. The emphasis of the position will involve responsibility for equine emergencies. Candidates must hold a DVM degree or equivalent. The candidate should have completed a residency in large animal surgery. Candidates who are eligible for certification or are Board Certified as a Large Animal Surgeon by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons will be given preference.
The LAEC will be responsible for supervising the management of all emergency and after hours medical and surgical cases, presented to the VMTH large animal clinic. In addition, the LAEC will be responsible for overseeing senior students and technical staff caring for equine and agricultural patients after hours. Senior faculty will provide consultation and back-up assistance to the LAEC. This position includes a clinical appointment of approximately 80% and limited lecture and laboratory teaching responsibilities. Time off service to study for the A.C.V.S. board examination is negotiable.
Screening of applications will begin December 18, 2009 and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three references to:
Dr. Bonnie Rush, Head
Department of Clinical Sciences
111-B Mosier Hall
Manhattan, KS 66506
Additional information can be obtained by contacting Dr. Elizabeth Davis at (785) 532-5700, fax (785) 532-2252, or edavis@vet.k-state.edu Kansas State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Background check required. Kansas State University actively seeks diversity among its employees. (Office
of Affirmative Action)