FACULTY / RESEARCH OPEN POSITIONS
Veterinary Virologist Position Available at the University of Georgia
Veterinary Diagnostic and Investigational Laboratory
College of Veterinary Medicine
The University of Georgia
Tifton, Georgia
(Announcement posted November 4, 2009)
VETERINARY VIROLOGIST: The College of Veterinary Medicine, The University of Georgia, invites applications for a veterinary virologist position at the Veterinary Diagnostic and Investigational Laboratory in Tifton, Georgia. The position can be offered at the level of instructor, assistant or associate professor depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate. Candidates must have the DVM degree and MS or PhD in areas related to veterinary microbiology. Preference will be given to individuals with experience in diagnostic virology and immunology, investigative animal disease training, diagnostic molecular biology, and ACVM board certification or eligibility. Additional requirements include a commitment to academic veterinary microbiology and evidence of developing research strength.
Responsibilities include supervision of veterinary virology and serology diagnostic service and participation in research independently or on a collaborative basis.
The Veterinary Diagnostic and Investigational Laboratory has approximately 38 employees (7 faculty). Laboratory facilities are excellent and laboratory personnel maintain close working relationships and participate in collaborative research projects with other University of Georgia personnel stationed in Tifton [400 Coastal Plains Experiment Station employees (85 faculty) and 80 Cooperative Extension employees (40 faculty)] and with other College of Veterinary Medicine personnel in Athens, GA.
Tifton is a progressive community with a great deal of civic pride and enthusiasm. Tifton has an appealing climate and is located in the heart of the agriculturally-productive coastal plain, just 130 miles from both Atlantic and Gulf Coast beaches. Also located in Tifton is Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (5,000 students).
Applications received by January 15, 2010 are assured full consideration, but applications will continue to be considered until the position is filled. Salary is competitive and negotiable, based on experience and qualifications. Starting date is negotiable.
Please send letter of application including career goals, curriculum vitae, and the names of 4 references to:
Dr. Sree Rajeev, Search Committee Chair
Veterinary Diagnostic and Investigational Laboratory
College of Veterinary Medicine
The University of Georgia
43 Brighton Road
Tifton, GA 31793‑1389
or by email to srajeev@uga.edu (phone 229-386-3340).
The University of Georgia is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
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tenure track or clinical Faculty Positions in Anatomic Pathology
Department of Pathobiology
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Urbana-Champaign, IL
(Announcement posted October 12, 2009)
The Department of Pathobiology (http://vetmed.illinois.edu/path/) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (http://illinois.edu) is expanding its program in anatomic pathology and is accepting applications for two full-time tenure track or clinical faculty positions at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor. The Department is looking for well rounded candidates to teach in the DVM professional curriculum, train residents and graduate students in pathology, contribute to the research mission of the College and/or participate in anatomic pathology service.
Minimum qualifications include a DVM degree (or equivalent); highly competitive applicants will also possess a Ph.D. degree in veterinary pathology or allied discipline and diplomate status (or eligibility for certification) in the ACVP. A demonstrated commitment to excellence in instruction and a record of research achievement are also preferred. A competitive salary and startup funds will be provided.
Campus research facilities include the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology (http://www.beckman.uiuc.edu/), the Roy J. Carver Biotechnology Center (http://www.biotec.illinois.edu/, the Institute for Genomic Biology (http://www.igb.uiuc.edu/), and the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (http://www.ncsa.uiuc.edu/). AAALAC-accredited animal care facilities, AAVLD accredited diagnostic laboratory, the GIS and Spatial Analysis Laboratory, and instrumentation for flow cytometry, laser capture microscopy, confocal and electron microscopy are located within the Department of Pathobiology. Urbana-Champaign, located 120 miles south of Chicago, offers a variety of cultural opportunities that showcase the area's ethnically diverse population, superb public and private schools, quality public transportation, and a rapidly expanding community of high-tech businesses.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by December 15, 2009.
Apply online at https://jobs.illinois.edu . Include curriculum vitae, summary of research interests and plans, and the names and contact information for three or more professional references. Applicants may be interviewed prior to the closing date however no hiring decisions will be made until after that date. The anticipated starting date will be on or about June 1, 2010.
The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration, faculty, and staff embrace diversity and are committed to attracting qualified candidates who also embrace and value diversity and inclusivity.
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University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM) Epidemiology & Public Health Positions
Ross University School of Medicine
St. Kitts, West Indies
(Announcement posted September 29, 2009)
RUSVM invites applications and nominations for a position in epidemiology and public health.
The responsibilities include teaching epidemiology and public health to veterinary students and an active research program. RUSVM is developing a research focus centered in epidemiology, and public health related to parasitic and infectious zoonotic diseases relevant to the island and region. Additional responsibilities for both positions include the development of a Masters in Public Health Program. RUSVM has an excellent working relationship with the medical community on St. Kitts. Opportunities exist to develop that relationship throughout the region and to collaborate with investigators in the US, and with faculty at the Ross University School of Medicine. Applied research and publication of results in appropriate scientific and medical journals is expected as are applications for competitive grants. Internal funding is available, as well as, start-up funds.
Candidates must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere. Candidates should have a DVM/PhD, MD/PhD, PhD or equivalent degree from accredited institutions.
Additional information is available at www.rossvet.edu.kn.
Send inquiries or applications (letter of intent or interest, curriculum vitae and contact information for three references) electronically to:
Dr. Gil Burns, Dean for Faculty and Academic Programs
gburns@rossvet.edu.kn
Phone (869) 465-4161 ext 131
Fax (869) 466-5206
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Career Opportunity at the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center, Clay Center, Nebraska
U.S. Meat Animal Research Center
USDA, Agricultural Research Service
Clay Center, Nebraska
(Announcement posted September 11, 2009)
This is your opportunity to join a great research team that is really making a difference by working with the livestock, meat, and allied industries to solve problems and improve the safety of red meat all while enjoying “The Good Life” in south-central Nebraska.
Currently seeking a permanent, full-time Research Microbiologist to conduct research on a project entitled “Prevention and control of Shiga-toxigenic Escherichia coli in livestock.&rdquo
Research Microbiologist Salary: $67,613 to $104,525 (GS-12/13)
The incumbent provides scientific leadership and expertise toward the reduction of Escherichia coli O157:H7 and other related toxigenic non-O157 foodborne pathogens by applying and integrating epidemiology, microbial ecology and molecular techniques to develop information and technology for new interventions for livestock and livestock environments. The incumbent is expected to function in a team of scientists conducting a research program targeted at improving the overall microbiological safety of red meat.
Click here for specific details for Job Announcement Number: ARS-X9W-0260
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Tenure Track Faculty Position in Virology / Viral Immunology at Washington State University
Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology
College of Veterinary Medicine
Washington State University
Pullman, WA
(Announcement posted August 29, 2009)
The Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position in virology at the level of Assistant Professor. This position is defined as approximately 70% research and 30% teaching.
The start date is negotiable, and may be as early as March 15, 2010.
The successful applicant will be expected to develop and maintain a productive research program in virology or viral immunology. Research and graduate education in the Department are focused on infectious diseases of domestic animals, including zoonotic pathogens (http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/research_vmp/). The Department values and encourages a highly collaborative research and training environment. As a faculty member, the successful candidate will be expected to be active in the postdoctoral and graduate training program, including mentoring graduate students and serving as a member of student advisory committees. The Departmental research programs are enhanced by NIH funded training grants and are sited in excellent, modern facilities on the WSU campus.
A PhD degree is required and preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated abilities in attracting funding, conducting and publishing the results of hypothesis-based research, and interest in high quality graduate education. The teaching responsibility includes teaching and directing Veterinary Virology, a core course in WSU’s professional veterinary medicine curriculum. A DVM or equivalent degree is preferred. The successful candidate will also be expected to work closely with other teaching faculty in the department, and be actively involved in the Department’s collaborative teaching efforts and be committed to quality teaching. Furthermore, the successful candidate will actively participate at the College level on curricula and other teaching-related topics as well as the development of innovative teaching approaches. Preference will be given to candidates with experience and a record of achievement in teaching, and experience in teaching veterinary students, will be highly valued.
Review of applications will begin on November 30, 2009.
Submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of three references to:
Dr. Robert H. Mealey, c/o Ms. Sue Zumwalt
College of Veterinary Medicine
Washington State University
P.O. Box 647040
Pullman, WA 99164-7040
WSU is an EEO/AA Employer. Protected group members are encouraged to apply.
For more information: http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/employment/
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Tenure-track Faculty Position Assistant/Associate Professor of Veterinary Microbiology - Purdue University
Department of Comparative Pathobiology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
(Announcement posted August 20, 2009)
The Department of Comparative Pathobiology at Purdue University (www.vet.purdue.edu/cpb) invites applications for an academic-year, tenure-track faculty position in microbiology. Responsibilities of the position include teaching microbiology (lecture and laboratory) in the professional veterinary curriculum and development of an extramurally funded research program. Applicants must have a Ph.D. Postdoctoral experience and a DVM or equivalent degree are highly preferred. Candidates who are applying for the position at the Associate level must have a strong record of extramural funding.
The Department of Comparative Pathobiology has 41 faculty members and approximately 50 graduate students. Faculty have expertise and research interest in microbiology, virology, immunology, vaccine development, parasitology, pathology, public health, and epidemiology. The School of Veterinary Medicine has a strong focus on comparative medicine and offers research support laboratories in the Medical Discovery Resource Unit (http://www.vet.purdue.edu/mdru/).
Purdue University provides exciting opportunities for collaborative and interdisciplinary research through the NCI-funded Purdue University Center for Cancer Research, the Bindley Bioscience Center and Birck Nanotechnology Center in Discovery Park (http://www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/), the Department of Biomedical Engineering and other academic departments and centers.
Commitment to the departmental missions of discovery, learning, and engagement and the support of the Departmental and School strategic plans (http://www.vet.purdue.edu/cpb/strategic_plan/20090630strategic_plan.html, http://www.vet.purdue.edu/strategic_plan/StrategicPlan2008-2014.pdf) are essential. The person is expected to promote an atmosphere of cultural diversity in the School.
Applications should be submitted electronically as a single PDF file that includes a curriculum vitae, a summary of research interests, a statement on teaching, and names and contact information of 3 references via email to cpbmicro@purdue.edu.
Review of applications will start on Oct. 1, 2009, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants needing more information are encouraged to contact Dr. Vemulapalli by email:
Dr. Ramesh Vemulapalli
Chair of the search committee
rvemulap@purdue.edu
Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.
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