Come work in a vibrant academic oncology program in one of the country’s most diverse and thriving Veterinary Schools! Louisiana State University has an open clinical or tenure-track faculty position for a surgical oncologist to join our team of two medical oncology faculty (one full-time, one consultant), one radiation oncology faculty, four residents (three medical oncology and one radiation oncology), and five full-time oncology nurses. We are presently recruiting an additional two medical oncology faculty and one radiation oncology faculty, with the goal of expanding the team to three full-time medical oncologists and two radiation oncologists. We have a busy and growing combined clinical service that allows for comprehensive patient care that is supported by a diagnostic imaging service with a new CT scanner, clinical pathology, anatomic pathology, five anesthesiologists, and a full complement of other specialty services. Our 21EX linear accelerator with on-board imaging including cone beam CT is capable of SRT, IMRT, 3D conformal, and electron radiation treatments. We have a dedicated chemotherapy suite, compliant with USP 800 standards.
In addition, we are rapidly building up a clinical trials program and have clinical and laboratory support staff that are equipped to facilitate additional clinical trials. We are also members of the Comparative Oncology Trials Consortium (COTC). We're excited to add another faculty member to our dynamic group! LSU Vet Med has also recently established a Comprehensive Cancer Center and received $11 million in COBRE funding for pre-clinical cancer models.
The surgical team enjoys state-of-the-art equipment including a laparoscopy/thoracoscopy tower, intraoperative fluoroscopy, vessel sealing devices, laser, smoke evacuation, and a Catheter lab.
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Veterinary Surgical Oncologist- Clinical Track
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at Louisiana State University is searching for a Companion Animal Surgical Oncologist to add to our Oncology Service team. This is a clinical track faculty position in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences with a concurrent appointment to the professional staff of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Assistant Professor:
Education Level : DVM (or equivalent)
Specific Degree: Board eligible in ACVS (small animal) or board certified in ACVS (small animal)
Specific experience: Completion of a fellowship in surgical oncology. Must have successfully completed a residency training program accredited by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS) & must be eligible for board certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS).
Associate Professor:
Education Level : DVM (or equivalent) with 5 years of related research/teaching/clinical experience
Specific Degree: Board eligible in ACVS (small animal) or board certified in ACVS (small animal)
Specific experience: Completion of a fellowship in surgical oncology. Must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) and/or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS)
Professor:
Education Level : DVM (or equivalent) with 8 years of related research/teaching/clinical experience
Specific Degree: Board eligible in ACVS (small animal) or board certified in ACVS (small animal)
Specific experience: Completion of a fellowship in surgical oncology. Must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) and/or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS)
Preferred Qualifications (ALL LEVELS):
Degree: DVM
Specific Degree: Board certified in ACVS (small animal) and fellow in surgical oncology in ACVS
Specific Experience: Diplomate in the American College of Veterinary Surgeons; Experience in clinical investigation and/or team research. Experience in surgical oncology.
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Veterinary Surgical Oncologist- Tenure Track
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at Louisiana State University is searching for a Companion Animal Surgical Oncologist to add to our Oncology Service team. This is a tenure track faculty position in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences with a concurrent appointment to the professional staff of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Minimum Qualifications:
Assistant Professor:
Education Level : DVM (or equivalent)
Specific Degree: Board eligible in ACVS (small animal) or board certified in ACVS (small animal)
Specific experience: Completion of a fellowship in surgical oncology. Must have successfully completed a residency training program accredited by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS) & must be eligible for board certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS).
Associate Professor:
Education Level : DVM (or equivalent) with 5 years of related research/teaching/clinical experience
Specific Degree: Board eligible in ACVS (small animal) or board certified in ACVS (small animal)
Specific experience: Completion of a fellowship in surgical oncology. Must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) and/or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS)
Professor:
Education Level : DVM (or equivalent) with 8 years of related research/teaching/clinical experience
Specific Degree: Board eligible in ACVS (small animal) or board certified in ACVS (small animal)
Specific experience: Completion of a fellowship in surgical oncology. Must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) and/or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS)
Preferred Qualifications (ALL LEVELS):
Degree: DVM
Specific Degree: Board certified in ACVS (small animal) and fellow in surgical oncology in ACVS
Specific Experience: Diplomate in the American College of Veterinary Surgeons; Experience in clinical investigation and/or team research. Experience in surgical oncology.
Special or Physical Qualifications (ALL LEVELS):
On Call for active oncology patients only
Physical Requirements-Required to be cable lifting more than 50 pounds, standing or walking for prolonged periods, vision near sight, vision far sight, able to reach above and below the shoulder, climbing, sitting, crawling, pushing, pulling, grasping, bending, squatting, and/or twisting. .
*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*
Essential Personnel - This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
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.
Compensation/Benefits: Competitive base salary, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, paid CE, license fees and membership dues, Paid holidays accrued up to 14 days per year, Annual leave accrued up to 14 days per year, paid sick leave accrued up to 12 days per year, relocation incentives, wellness and mentorship programs, and more.
More information about LSU:
LSU is located adjacent to the mighty Mississippi river in the capital of Louisiana, Baton Rouge. Approximately 1 hour from New Orleans, there is an abundance of music, cultural, and food festivals in the region. In addition, southern Louisiana offers opportunities for a variety of outdoor activities, such as boating, fishing, kayaking, and hiking.
The Veterinary Teaching Hospital at LSU houses specialty services in the disciplines of anesthesia, cardiology, ophthalmology, zoological medicine, oncology, internal medicine, dermatology, surgery, diagnostic imaging, and integrative medicine and physical rehabilitation. A brand new hospital, Stephenson Pet Clinic, opened in June 2022 and houses five of our outpatient services and a brand new clinical skills lab space.
The School of Veterinary Medicine has also invested in teaching. Our students and faculty now have a brand new modern open floor plan library with many conference rooms that is one of the jewels in our crown. Additional recent constructions include the years 1, 2, and 3 classrooms, as well as a large modern multipurpose lab used by instructors for a variety of teaching purposes including clinical skills.
We strive to create and maintain a diverse and inclusive environment for faculty, students, and staff to thrive in. Our mission and strategic plan include pillars in diversity, equity and inclusion. Our LSU SVM Diversity Office provides support for the mission, and facilitates the objectives of our mission through personal development programs for our entire community. All of our students receive DEI education within the curriculum. We currently have the most diverse staff, second most diverse faculty, and a student body that has grown from 7% to over 30% underrepresented minorities within the last five years. Our SVM leaders in the Diversity Office are members of the diversity committees of two national organizations, the AAVMC and the SEVEC (southeast veterinary education consortium) and the SVM diversity committee is driven by the faculty, students and staff of the school.
To learn more about LSU Vet Med and Baton Rouge, please visit the links below:
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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.
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).
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR@lsu.edu
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