Location: Knoxville, TN
Institution: University of Tennessee
The Department of Large 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. Responsibilities of the faculty include small and large animals’ 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 five
anesthesiologists (four ACVAA board certified), two anesthesia residents, ten
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.
Qualifications
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.
Application Instructions
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. Sarah Templeton, Search Chair – stemple1@utk.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission
without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic
information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by
federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights
Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the
University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of
race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to
employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be
directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or eoa@utk.edu or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and
charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section
504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age),
sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation &
Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ. Chapman Drive Knoxville,
Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or investigations@utk.edu.