Medical Oncologist-HP or TS

The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University, invites applications for a renewable faculty appointment in Medical Oncology. The position is available at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, in our Health Programs appointment system or Tenure System, depending on the qualifications and interests of the candidate. The successful candidate will join an existing medical oncologist, 3 dedicated medical oncology service nurses, 1 medical oncology service coordinator, and a radiation therapist.The MSU Oncology Clinic is a state-of-the-art facility that opened in 2005 as part of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The hospital provides comprehensive treatment of veterinary oncology patients and is staffed by board-certified specialists in various fields. It is fully equipped with a Varian Trilogy linear accelerator, chemotherapy pharmacy, chemotherapy administration suite, and more. Additional support services include primary care and dentistry services and a veterinary social work program. The oncology clinic is supported by the MSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL), one of the largest full-service veterinary diagnostic laboratories in the world.The position is flexible in meeting different work arrangements and lifestyles. The successful candidate's responsibilities will include management of referral cases, supervision and clinical instruction of house officers and students, and a commitment to scholarly contributions in the candidate's area of expertise. Participation in the pre-clinical teaching curriculum and contributing to the specialty service leadership are also available. Our Health Programs (HP) and Tenure System positions generally have a 50-75% clinical appointment for the HP track and 30-50% clinical appointment for the tenure track. Both HP and tenure faculty have equal voting rights, with a primary and independently driven research focus expected for tenure stream faculty, whereas a more collaborative research focus for HP faculty is acceptable.Michigan State University has outstanding college-based and university-wide basic and translational research programs that provide ample opportunity for collaborative research with faculty of the College of Veterinary Medicine and with those of the two human medical schools on campus. Additional opportunities for collaboration exist with various institutes. Such activities are encouraged at both the Departmental and College level, with support available for grant writing and processing grant submissions. Internal funding opportunities are also available through endowed research funds. The College of Veterinary Medicine has active faculty development and mentorship programs to facilitate career progression.Diversity, Equity, and InclusionThe mission of the college is to be inclusive as we learn, discover, heal, and protect. We aim to identify, attract, and retain talented individuals reflective of the diversity of the populations in our state, nation, and world.CVM Core Value of DiversityWe are committed to promoting equal opportunity and multiculturalism where all individuals are valued and respected. We encourage our community to share ideas surrounding opportunities to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.Michigan State University is located on one of the nation's largest and most beautiful campuses, home to a diverse community of dedicated individuals. East Lansing’s collegiate atmosphere is complemented by low cost of living and convenient access to cultural centers.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.Required Degree:

Other - DVM/VMD (or equivalent)Minimum Requirements:

Applicants must have a DVM/VMD (or equivalent degree) and be board-certified or board-eligible in veterinary oncology. Eligibility for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Michigan is required.Desired Qualifications:MS/PhD (or equivalent degree) is preferred.Additional training/certification in clinical researchTeaching experienceRequired Application Materials:Letter of Intent/Cover LetterCurriculum Vitae/ResumeReferencesTeaching PhilosophyDiversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) StatementSpecial Instructions:

The position will remain open until filled. Interested applicants should submit application materials through the University’s online applicant system.Review of Applications Begins On:

12/02/2024Summary of Physical Demands:Work requiring lifting 50 pounds or more with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 25 pounds or more.Summary of Health Risks:Work with animals or unfixed animal tissue.Potential exposure to animals or specimens with Mycobacterium.Website:

https://cvm.msu.edu/scsDepartment Statement:

The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences is committed to educating the next generation of veterinary professionals and conducting research that improves the lives of animals and humans.MSU Statement:

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years.

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