Assistant Professor of Veterinary Practice Skills
About The Position
Your next career opportunity awaits at LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. One of only 33 veterinary schools in the United States, LSU Vet Med is experiencing unprecedented growth as we seek to improve and protect the lives of animals and people through superior education, transformational research, and compassionate care. We are dedicated to building a premier team of world-renowned clinicians, educators, and researchers to provide an elite healthcare experience in Louisiana and the region. This is where science meets passion and global health prevails. We hope you will join us as we explore what is possible. The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at Louisiana State University is searching for an Assistant Professor of Veterinary Practice Skills. The incumbent of this position will teach laboratory sessions in clinical and surgical skills, and communication skills. Assistant Professor of Veterinary Practice Skills- Clinical Track 70%-Provide and supervise veterinary students in pre-operative and post-operative care of live animals. Instruct in clinical and surgical skills laboratories across years 1-4 in the DVM program. 15%-Instruct in professional development and communication skills labs across years 1-4 in the DVM program. 10%-Develop and administer objective structured clinical skills examinations (OSCEs). 5%-Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- DVM degree or equivalent
- Three years of veterinary clinical practice experience, including surgery.
Nice To Haves
- DVM degree or equivalent
- Three years of veterinary clinical practice experience, including surgery
- Two years of experience in teaching.
Responsibilities
- Provide and supervise veterinary students in pre-operative and post-operative care of live animals.
- Instruct in clinical and surgical skills laboratories across years 1-4 in the DVM program.
- Instruct in professional development and communication skills labs across years 1-4 in the DVM program.
- Develop and administer objective structured clinical skills examinations (OSCEs).
- 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!
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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
