Asst/Assoc Professor - Veterinary Pathologist

Asst/Assoc Professor - Veterinary Pathologist

Vet & Biomedical Sciences-0845

F_230197

12/11/2023

01/12/2024

Yes

The School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) is seeking applications for a Veterinary Pathologist at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. This 12-month (calendar year) tenure-track appointment will provide diagnostic pathology service to the Veterinary Diagnostic Center and participate in teaching in the Professional Program in Veterinary Medicine (PPVM). The apportionment is 65% research (directed diagnostic/scholarly service), and 35% teaching. This position will be located in Lincoln, Nebraska.
The Veterinary Diagnostic Pathologist will contribute to the integrated extension, research, and teaching land-grant mission of the School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and IANR, as an effective scholar and citizen, including supporting student recruitment and IANR science literacy.
RESEARCH
The primary duty (0.65 FTE) is to provide scholarly diagnostic pathology service to the Veterinary Diagnostic Center (NVDC). The incumbent pathologist will review case submissions, conduct necropsies, perform histological examinations, and employ other appropriate laboratory procedures for the purpose of determining a diagnosis or rendering a professional opinion from specimens submitted to the NVDC, which will include a written interpretative summary of findings. The incumbent is responsible for reporting results in a concise, timely, and accurate manner to clientele of the NVDC who may include referring veterinarians, animal owners, and state and federal officials. The incumbent will support the NVDC quality system and ensure work is in compliance as part of AAVLD accreditation. The incumbent will perform field investigations if necessary to aid in a diagnosis. The incumbent will contribute to diagnostic service to basic and applied research projects. The incumbent is expected to make scholarly inquiry into case materials as opportunities arise, and to disseminate findings at scientific meetings and in per-reviewed publications.
TEACHING
The pathologist will participate in the professional teaching program of the Iowa State University-University of Nebraska PPVM. The pathologist will average 0.35 FTE as determined by the CASNR Academic Appointment Guidelines and will either coordinate or participate in teaching first- and second-year veterinary pathology courses (VMED 642 or VMED 673). The incumbent will contribute to the NVDC‘s pathology residency program by participating in the education, instruction, and mentoring of veterinary pathology residents. The opportunity exists for participating in additional professional and undergraduate courses such as histology and histopathology, as desired. Specific course assignments may be changed over time based on SVMBS need.
As appropriate to the appointment, the incumbent will develop high-impact diagnostic and teaching programs in pathology; seek and establish effective disciplinary and transdisciplinary collaborations including effective integration with diagnostic, research, and educational activities; connect with stakeholders, agency, and/or industry partners to strengthen diagnostic, research and educational activities; effectively obtain and leverage external and internal support (grants, fee revenue, etc.) for diagnostic, research, and teaching activities; mentor graduate students; and publish in high-quality, high-impact peer-reviewed journals. The incumbent will participate in scientific meetings and other appropriate professional activities and translate research-based information into learner-centered products. This includes creating scholarly, innovative, and high impact learning programs and tools; identifying issues and opportunities focused on learner needs and emerging regional and national issues with international relevance; measuring the impact of your programs and communicating results to administrators, stakeholders, users, and media; and mentoring colleagues through professional development, translational research, grants, and professional writing.
In addition to the above-described duties, the individual will be expected to accept committee assignments, reporting responsibilities, and other special ad hoc service assignments as requested at the administrative unit, college/division, institute, and/or university level.
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• DVM degree or equivalent
• MS degree in a relevant field of study, completion of a residency or similar scholarly training program, or equivalent
• Eligibility for Phase I and Phase II of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) board certifying examination, or European College of Veterinary Pathologists (ECVP) equivalent
• Experience and qualifications sufficient for appointment at the rank of assistant professor (tenure track)
• Three years of experience in veterinary diagnostic laboratory service or relevant work (relevant work experience could include pathology training programs and private veterinary practice).

• PhD degree in a relevant field of study
• DVM degree from an AVMA accredited institution (or successful completion of an educational equivalency certification program), with eligibility to obtain a license to practice veterinary medicine in Nebraska with USDA APHIS accreditation.
• Experience and qualifications sufficient for appointment at the rank of associate professor with tenure
• Board certification in veterinary pathology (ACVP or ECVP).
• Experience instructing veterinary students, residents, and/or graduate students.
• Experience developing and delivering outreach materials to stakeholders.
• A record of scholarly activity relevant to the position.

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1. A letter of interest that describes your qualifications for the job, your anticipated contributions, and your experience working in diverse teams or groupsand your anticipated contributions to creating inclusive environments in which every person and every interaction matters (2 page maximum). See https://ianr.unl.edu/tips-writing-about-commitment-to-deib for guidance in writing this statement.
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3. Contact information for three professional references.

Jodi Mackin
jmackin1@unl.edu

Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading

12 Month (Faculty Only)

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