Assistant/Associate Professor and Director of Surgical Skills

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor and Director of Surgical Skills

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM VetMed - School of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (Frank M Andrews (00012827))

   

Work Location:

Veterinary Medicine Building

   

Pay Grade:

Academic

   

Job Description:

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.

We are seeking our next Assistant/Associate Professor and Director of Surgical Skills. As Director, you will lead our veterinary surgical skills training program and work closely with the Director of Clinical Skills to deliver an integrated procedural skills curriculum that trains our students to be ready to enter practice at graduation. You will supervise veterinary students in performing surgical skills throughout our Phase I curriculum, including overseeing pre- and post-operative care of live animals undergoing surgery by our third year students.  You will oversee a team of technicians that support the surgical skills program.  You will also contribute to clinical instruction of clinical year students and house officers in primary care practice.

Assistant/Associate Professor and Director of Surgical Skills- Clinical Track

• Organize and lead teams consisting of faculty across multiple disciplines to deliver instruction of veterinary students in clinical and surgical skills using models, live animals, and cadavers.  Provide and supervise veterinary students in pre-operative and post-operative care of live animals, including after hours or emergency care.  Instruct in clinical and surgical skills laboratories and provide instruction in routine veterinary care.  Develop and administer objective structured clinical skills examinations (OSCEs).
• Coordinate with faculty to create low-fidelity models to assist in instruction of surgical skills.
• Provide clinical practice support in small animal primary care practice and instruction of clinical veterinary students and house officers.
• Manage surgical skills personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Assistant Professor: DVM degree or equivalent with three years of veterinary clinical practice experience, including surgery and dentistry.
Associate Professor: DVM degree or equivalent with eight years of veterinary clinical practice experience, including surgery and dentistry.

Preferred Qualifications (ALL LEVELS):

DVM degree or equivalent with 5 yrs. of clinical vet practice; 3 yrs. of experience in leadership role that involves management of personnel.

Special or Physical Qualifications (ALL LEVELS):

 May be required to come in after hours, on weekends or holidays. Availability to work 8-10 hour shifts. 

Per PS 18- This position is a part of the Emergency Response Personnel - these personnel are linked with the hospital during any emergency response event and are expected to report in and perform as outlined in the emergency response plan.

Required to be capable of lifting more than 50 pounds, standing, sitting and walking for prolonged periods, able to reach above and below the shoulder, vision (far sight), vision (near sight), kneel or sit on the floor, bending, climbing, push/ pulling, grasping, squatting, and/or twisting.  Maneuver/lift equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds​.

*Due to the nature of this position and/or responsibilities, this position is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67*

Vehicle Operation - University employees whose principal responsibilities of employment include operating a vehicle, performing maintenance on a vehicle, or supervising any public employee who operates or maintains a vehicle and positions with an expectation to travel will require an MVR and are subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04. A valid Driver's License is required.

FERPA - As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality. Minor Contact - This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04.

This position is subject to oversight and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. Requires working with or around areas with hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases.

To learn more about LSU Vet Med and Baton Rouge, please visit the links below:

• LSU Vet Med: A Dynamic Biomedical Campus Shaping the Future of Animal and Human Health - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VK5x-ivpbBU)
• LSU Vet Med website (https://www.lsu.edu/vetmed/index.php)
• Baton Rouge visitor information (https://www.visitbatonrouge.com/)

We teach. We heal. We discover. We protect. Join us at LSU Vet Med as we make a profound difference in global health!

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide your cover letter, CV, and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire. Credentials required to meet minimum position requirements that were received outside of the United States will require a Credential Evaluation from a NACES member prior to hire.

Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.

Questions are welcome and can be directed to the Search Committee Chair. Please contact Heidi Banse at hbanse1@lsu.edu.

   

Posting Date:

February 24, 2023

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

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!

Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

   

Essential Position (Y/N):

Y

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

   

HCM Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR@lsu.edu