Clinical Professor - Dermatology | University of Wisconsin Madison - Military Veterans

Job Summary: The Department of Medical Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Veterinary (SVM) invites applications for a Clinical Track, full-time, renewable Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor position within the Dermatology Section of the UW Veterinary Care Hospital. The SVM is a collegial, collaborative environment that offers specialty care with board-certified experts in allied services including anesthesia and pain management, cardiology, dentistry and oral surgery, diagnostic imaging, emergency and critical care, internal medicine, neurology, medical and radiation oncology, ophthalmology, anatomic and clinical pathology, primary care, special species, and soft tissue and orthopedic surgery. The successful candidate will participate in the clinical activities of the teaching hospital, including the provision of patient care and instruction and supervision of veterinary students, interns, and residents. Availability and willingness to consult with referring veterinarians and clients, provide supervision of the dermatology service, and collaborate with other services within the hospital are vitally important. Approximately 750 dermatology patients are evaluated annually, and the caseload in the Small Animal Clinic is comprised of approximately 80% dogs and 20% cats. Additionally, the Dermatology Service provides collaboration, consultation, and procedural support for patients hospitalized by other small animal specialties. The team is excited to expand and grow into a newly built teaching hospital in April 2024, which will enhance our quality of care and allow us to function in a markedly expanded footprint. Responsibilities: Clinical track faculty at the University of Wisconsin are expected to participate in clinical and didactic teaching of veterinary students, interns, and residents; participate in continuing education programs; and conduct basic science or clinical research that advances academic clinical practice. Duties include, but are not limited to: CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES 45% 1. 22 weeks of clinical coverage and teaching 2. Training and supervision of residents and interns 3. Clinical teaching of 4th year veterinary students NON-CLINICAL TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIES 20% 1. Didactic teaching 2. Laboratory course teaching RESEARCH RESPONSIBILITIES 25% 1. Contribute and participate in clinical research in the Dermatology section SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES 10% 1. Involvement in committees at the department, school, university, and professional organization levels 2. Participation in continuing education programs for veterinary practitioners in Wisconsin Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Qualifications: Academic experience or relevant practice experience beyond residency training is a plus but not required. Aptitude or experience in clinical instruction of DVM students, interns, and residents is also expected. Distribution of effort in the section and the department will be determined in accordance with service needs, academic priorities, and the candidate's expertise and academic goals. The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively with all sections of the hospital and department. Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Anticipated Begin Date: OCTOBER 01, 2024 Salary: Negotiable ANNUAL (12 months) Additional Information: The UW School of Veterinary Medicine is a wonderful workplace with enthusiastic students, nurses, interns, residents, and other faculty specialists who work together to provide excellent veterinary medical care. The SVM team strives to provide outstanding programs in veterinary medical education, research, clinical practice, and service that enhances the health and welfare of both animals and people and contribute to the economic well-being of the state of Wisconsin. The SVM is in the midst of a multi-phase building expansion that will improve instruction space for students, double the size of the school's small animal hospital and significantly enhance the large animal hospital, expand labs for studying naturally occurring animal and human diseases, and increase and modernize infectious disease research space. More information can be found at https://animalsneedheroestoo.com/building-plans/ . The UW-Madison campus and the surrounding area have many enriching opportunities. Madison is incredibly bike-friendly and boasts beautiful views and recreation activities at lakes Mendota, Monona, and Wingra. The Dane County Farmer's Market is one of the largest in the nation, and Madison has the most restaurants per capita of any U.S. city. Madison consistently ranks as a top community in which to live, work, and play; and the University is nationally recognized for academics and athletics. Please see the following link for more information: https://www.cityofmadison.com/visit-play . Other Resources: Resources for New Faculty: https://facstaff.provost.wisc.edu/resources-for-new-faculty-and-staff/ School of Veterinary Medicine homepage: http://www.vetmed.wisc.edu UW Veterinary Care homepage: http://uwveterinarycare.wisc.edu How to Apply: To apply for this position, please click APPLY ONLINE to begin the process. You will be required to upload a cover letter, current CV, and a document listing the contact information for three professional references. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Rachel Adams; rachel.adams@wisc.edu . Specific questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Starr Cameron; starr.cameron@wisc.edu This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with PVL 302958 and PVL 302963; please note that two vacancies exist. Having multiple position vacancy listings allows the School of Veterinary Medicine to consider candidates with both tenure-track faculty credentials and non-tenure-track faculty credentials for this position. The deadline for assuring full consideration is 09/01/24, however the position(s) will remain open, and applications may be considered until the position is filled. Contact: Rachel Adams rachel.adams@wisc.edu 608-263-2200 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Clinical Professor(IC009) or Clinical Associate Professor(IC010) or Clinical Assistant Professor(IC011) Department(s): A87-SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE/MEDICAL SCIENCES Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 302961-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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