Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Clinical Pathology (Clinical or Tenure Track)

Louisiana State University • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The incumbent will participate in the clinical pathology service, train residents, teach in the professional curriculum, and contribute to the research mission of the school. The candidate will join two clinical pathologists and two future residents along with six medical technologists. The clinical pathology laboratory is located within the teaching hospital and receives a varied caseload from companion, equine, food, and exotic animal patients.

Requirements

• Assistant Professor: DVM (or equivalent); Successfully completed a formal residency in clinical pathology and be certified by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists in Clinical Pathology or be Board eligible.
• Associate Professor: DVM with 5 years related research/teaching/ clinical experience. Specific experience: Must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists in Clinical Pathology or be Board eligible.
• Professor: DVM with 8 years related research/teaching/ clinical experience. Specific experience: Must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists in Clinical Pathology.

Nice To Haves

• Assistant Professor: DVM (or equivalent) and an advanced degree (M.S., Ph.D.), excellence in classroom and small group instruction, and excellent written and interpersonal communication skills are highly desirable.
• Associate Professor: DVM with 5+ years of related research/teaching/clinical experience. Diplomate status from the ACVP. Strong teaching abilities, advanced degrees and/or experience in team research.
• Professor: DVM with 8+ years related research/teaching/clinical experience and Ph.D with specific experience in Diplomate status from the ACVP. Strong teaching abilities, advanced degrees and/or experience in team research.

Responsibilities

• 50% Participation in diagnostic services (hematology, clinical chemistry, and cytology) to the SVM Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) and the LSU Diagnostics Laboratory.
• 25% Independent and collaborative research endeavors.
• 20% Contribute towards didactic and laboratory instruction in veterinary clinical pathology of veterinary students, interns, residents, and graduate students. Cooperate with other faculty members in training interns/residents in other specialty areas.
• 5% Committee service to VCS and Vet Med. Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees