Twenty (20) Month Term Position - Lecturer/Assistant Professor - Large Animal Internal Medicine - Department of Health Management - Atlantic Veterinary College

Competition Number:
24A24
Position Type:
Academic Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Health Management - Atlantic Veterinary College
Position:
Lecturer/Assistant Professor
Contract:
Twenty (20) Month Term Position

The Department of Health Management at the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), 秀色短视频, invites applications for a term position in Large Animal Internal Medicine (LAIM) at the Lecturer or Assistant Professor level, depending on qualifications and experience. In addition to provision of clinical service, duties will include teaching in clinical, laboratory and didactic settings in the DVM program as well as LAIM resident/graduate student training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • DVM degree (or equivalent), 
  • Diplomate status or successful completion of a residency approved by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine or relevant specialty (i.e. ECEIM). 
  • A postgraduate degree is strongly desired. 
  • The applicant must be eligible for licensure by the Prince Edward Island Veterinary Medical Association. Details on eligibility can be found at
  • Experience teaching in a veterinary program preferred 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

The LAIM caseload consists of horses (~75%) and food animals (~25%). There is also growing opportunity for a candidate that has interest in small ruminant and companion livestock medicine. Our LAIM service has strong collaborative interactions with other large animal disciplines to optimize student teaching, patient care and client satisfaction. The successful applicant will share teaching, clinical and emergency duties with two other LAIM faculty members. To be successful, the applicant must be an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher and have a strong interest in clinical service and teaching. The breakdown between time dedicated to clinical service, teaching and scholarly activity may be adjusted to dovetail with the strengths or interest of the successful candidate. However, the position is backfill for sabbaticals; therefore, there is a focus on clinical service and teaching.

 

Salary and academic rank is commensurate with credentials and experience. Term faculty receive a comprehensive fringe benefits package, with benefit details provided at time of offer in accordance with the university鈥檚 collective agreement. This appointment is subject to final budgetary approval.

 

The AVC is committed to teaching, research and service. The college is fully accredited by the CVMA and AVMA. The AVC is the regional veterinary college for Atlantic Canada and is situated on the country鈥檚 beautiful east coast. There are currently ~272 DVM students and ~55 graduate students, 85 full-time faculty, and a professional and technical team of ~250 dedicated individuals (including full- and part-time). The teaching hospital and its ancillary facilities are modern and well equipped.

 

Nestled on the east coast of Canada, PEI is one of the world鈥檚 most beautiful islands, and is home to sandy beaches, championship golf courses, cycling and cross-country ski trails, and a vibrant arts community. 秀色短视频 is on the unceded land of the Mi鈥檏maq Nation, of the Wabanaki Confederacy, in the traditional district of Epekwitk. Find out more about Prince Edward Island, the University of Prince Edward Island and the AVC at:   and 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three references to:

 

Dr. J T McClure, Chair of Search Committee Department of Health Management

Atlantic Veterinary College, 秀色短视频 550 University Avenue Charlottetown, PE          

C1A 4P3 Tel: (902) 566-0717

Fax: (902) 566-0958

E-mail: jmcclure@upei.ca

秀色短视频 is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation, and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute.  秀色短视频 is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 

Review of applications will begin on June 12, 2024, and will continue until a suitable applicant is identified. Desired starting date is September 1, 2024.