Location: Knoxville, TN
Institution: University of Tennessee
The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine at The University of Tennessee invites applications for a full-time, clinical-track or tenure-track faculty position in Veterinary Anesthesia at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank. Requirements for the applicant include a DVM or equivalent degree, completion of a formal residency in veterinary anesthesiology, and certification or eligibility for certification by the American or European College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia. Responsibilities of the faculty include clinical service; clinical and didactic teaching of anesthesia and analgesia to professional students, interns and residents; development of a basic science or clinical research program commensurate with effort allocation; and participation in continuing education at the local and national level.
The successful applicant will join a dynamic anesthesia service comprised of four anesthesiologists (three ACVAA board certified), two anesthesia residents, eleven anesthesia technicians (four VTS certified in anesthesia), and one veterinary assistant.
The anesthesia service provides anesthetic care for patients primarily in the small animal and large animal hospitals with occasional exotic animals. The University of Tennessee Veterinary Medical Center (VMC) is equipped with all the resources and expertise of specialty services needed to provide first class patient care, teaching, and clinical and basic science research. The VMC has a comprehensive ICU and four faculty members board certified in Veterinary Emergency Medicine and Critical Care; a minimally invasive procedures unit and faculty members with expertise in endoscopy, laparoscopy, and stenting; a state-of-the-art physical therapy facility including hyperbaric oxygen therapy; and onsite stem cell development. Clinical services are supported by excellent clinical pathology and diagnostic pathology departments. A full-time Veterinary Social Work program offers counseling services for clients, faculty, staff, and students. Other support services include behavior and nutrition.
Knoxville is home to the University of Tennessee’s flagship campus, and is a beautiful and friendly city to live. It is a short drive to the Great Smoky Mountains, as well as to several dog-friendly state parks and recreation areas. Outdoor recreational opportunities include, but are not limited to, hiking, biking, trail running, climbing and water sports. Knoxville has a diverse and inclusive culture, a vibrant downtown with excellent shopping and restaurants; bustling farmer’s markets featuring locally grown organic produce, meats and crafts; live music of all genres, ballet, and theater; frequent art and cultural festivals; and men’s and women’s NCAA and semiprofessional sporting events.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Qualified individuals are invited to submit an application, including a letter of intent with a statement of professional goals, curriculum vitae, and the names of three professional references.
For additional information, applicants are directed to visit the University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine web site at https://vetmed.tennessee.edu/careers/
or contact Dr. Braidee Foote, Search Chair – bfoote@utk.edu
The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.