Position Title:Tenure or Clinical Track Assistant-Associate-Full Professor – Dermatology
Appointment Type:Faculty
Job Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Veterinary Clinical Sciences department in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University, located in Ames, Iowa, invites applications for a full-time, clinical-track or tenure-track faculty position in Dermatology. The quali?cations, documented experience, and interests of the selected candidate will determine appointment rank.
The primary responsibilities of this position will be to collaborate with the current accomplished team of veterinary dermatologists and allied specialists in the Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center (LVMC). The primary responsibilities of this position will be divided between clinical duty, didactic and laboratory teaching, development of scholarly works, academic service and outreach activities. The percentage of effort dedicated towards these duties is dependent on the applicant, chosen track, department, and service’s needs.
The selected candidate will be committed to the delivery of exceptional patient care, share an enthusiastic dedication to education and will contribute to the enhancement of the national prominence of the Dermatology and other sections practicing in the LVMC. The successful candidate will also have a collegial, collaborative attitude and willingness to participate in all levels of technician, student, and house of?cer education. The candidate will be highly self-motivated, innovative, and will possess excellent communication skills and experience working with a varied population. Furthermore, the candidate will demonstrate professional maturity with a leadership style that contributes to a positive culture, and have a compassionate and empathetic nature towards the clients and patients of the LVMC. All employees are expected to exhibit and convey good citizenship within the program, the department, college, university activities, collegial interactions, and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
+ DVM or equivalent degree.
+ Successful completion of an American College of Veterinary Dermatology (or equivalent) approved residency training program. Candidates in an approved dermatology residency training program will also be considered and are encouraged to apply.
+ State of Iowa Veterinary License on or before the ?rst day of employment.
In addition, the following positions will require:
+ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, CLINICAL ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, FULL PROFESSOR OR CLINICAL FULL PROFESSOR: Candidates must meet the requirements commensurate for each rank at the ISU College of Veterinary Medicine regarding Professional Practice, Teaching, Research and Scholarly Activities, and Institutional Service.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Board certi?ed by the American College of Veterinary Dermatology (ACVD), European College of Veterinary Dermatology (ECVD), Fellows of the Dermatology Chapter of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (DCANZCVS) or the Asian College of Veterinary Dermatology (AICVD).
+ An advanced degree (MS, PhD, or equivalent degree).
+ Documented experience in veterinary dermatology practices and standards of care.
+ A record of scholarship obtained through manuscript publication/preparation; or national scholarly, clinical, educational presentations; or evidence of having applied for, received, or completed grants/funding.
+ Experience with clinical instruction of professional students or other trainees.
Department/Program & College Description:
The Dermatology Section of the Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center is housed in an 8-room suite that includes a general treatment room, a surgical suite for laser surgery and video-otoscopy, a microscope room with multiple Olympus microscopes, a dedicated rounds/teaching room, a technician/resident office, and two dedicated examination rooms designated for the Dermatology Service. The service works closely with allied specialty services and the primary care service. Additionally, the Dermatology Service has a generous endowment that allows for outstanding annual funding for equipment, travel, and resident activities. A full description of equipment and virtual tour may be found here (https://vetmed.iastate.edu/vmc/small-animal/specialty-care/dermatology) .
Department Unit/Website: https://vetmed.iastate.edu/vcs
Proposed Start Date:August 1, 2025
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
2) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Three References (References will not be contacted without prior notice to the candidate)
4) Teaching Philosophy Statement: The letter of application should include a statement of career goals, philosophy of leadership and teaching, and vision statement regarding veterinary dermatology.
For guaranteed consideration, applications must be received by June 1, 2025.
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:- Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans- Generous leave plans- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)- Life insurance and long-term disability- Flexible Spending Accounts- Various voluntary benefits and discounts- Employee Assistance Program- Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: July 19, 2024
Posting Close Date:June 10, 2025
Job Requisition Number:R15133
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