Clinical Assistant/Associate/Professor - AZ - Small Animal Surgery- College of V

Are you passionate about surgery and committed to teaching and clinical excellence? Are you excited about participating in the growth of a young veterinary college and having a role in shaping its teaching and clinical programs? If so, we have a faculty position for you! Midwestern University is dedicated to preparing our students to meet the growing needs of society. We invite you to join our dynamic team for a full-time faculty position in small animal surgery that can be tailored to your experiences and career goals. We welcome applicants of any level to apply for this Assistant/Associate/Professor position on either a tenure or clinical track. The successful candidate will provide clinical services for small animal patients in the Companion Animal Clinic.The following qualifications are required:DVM or equivalent degreeArizona State Veterinary LicenseBoard certification (or eligibility) by ACVS or ECVSEvidence of excellent clinical and communication skillsA strong commitment to meeting the needs of students, and an understanding of student-centered learningCollaborative mindset to foster a team approach to teaching and serviceThe following qualifications are desirable but not requiredMS or PhD degree in a relevant field of studyAdditional advanced training in a small animal clinical fieldEvidence of interest and experience in research will be considered an assetMidwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and professional education in the health sciences. The University has two campusesone in Downers Grove, Illinois, and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,700 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in veterinary medicine, osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech-language pathology, and biomedical sciences. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the healthcare team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth. The presence of veterinary medicine on the Glendale campus provides an excellent opportunity to train students following the principles of One Health at Arizona's first veterinary college. The MWU-CVM has full accreditation by the AVMA Council on Education.The CVM is housed in Cactus Wren Hall and in the Animal Health Institute. Cactus Wren Hall is a new facility with ample classrooms, teaching laboratories, research laboratories, conference rooms, and offices. The Animal Health Institute is comprised of the Companion Animal Clinic, the Large Animal Clinic, and the Diagnostic Pathology Center. The Companion Animal Clinic is a modern and innovative veterinary hospital for small animals. The 110,000 sq. ft. building contains state-of-the-art surgical, dental, and intensive care facilities, and is equipped with digital radiography, fluoroscopy, C-arm, 32-slice CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and arthroscopy equipment. Additional patient services include anesthesiology, neurology, physical therapy, cardiology, dialysis, therapeutic plasma exchange, and a blood bank. The clinic also offers full-service clinical pathology and microbiology laboratories. In addition to outstanding clinical facilities and equipment, the Companion Animal Clinic houses a pharmacy, a large and well-equipped surgery teaching laboratory, simulated examination rooms for clinical communications training using standardized clients/patients, and ample conference and small-group meeting rooms. Full-service clinical pathology and clinical microbiology laboratories are housed in the clinic building. We are seeking a faculty member who is excited about being involved in a new veterinary college and influencing its clinical and teaching programs. Providing excellent patient care, and training day-one-ready, competent, confident graduates are our top priorities. Evidence of interest and experience in research will be considered an asset.If you would like to learn more about this position, please submit your application through Midwestern University's online job board at https://www.midwestern.edu/employment-mwu.Your online application should include a letter of intent and a curriculum vitae with the names and contact information (including email addresses) of at least three professional references.Please note that although faculty positions are usually listed as "Assistant Professor", initial appointment at a higher rank is possible based on the academic experience of the applicant.For more information, please contact:Anderson da Cunha, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVAA Director, Companion Animal Clinicadacunha@midwestern.eduReview of applications will continue until the position is filled.Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws, including 41 C.F.R. 60-1.4(a), 250.5(a), 300.5(a) and 741.5(a). Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.#CBEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)