Open Rank-Assistant/Associate Professor(Clinical Veterinarian)

Announcing a full-time, benefits eligible, faculty position in the Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (DVMS) at UT MD Anderson Cancer Center. DVMS is seeking an experienced Clinical Veterinarian for a non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor. DVMS is a core research support facility that provides housing, husbandry, veterinary care, experimental research services and pathology services for basic science, translational research, and drug development programs. Mice, including genetically engineered mice, account for the majority of the work with a small percentage of other laboratory animals making up the remainder. Some of the key functions of the Clinical Veterinarian positions is as follows:-Clinical Care: Assist the Section Chief, particularly in working with investigators on rodents. May assist with duties in other clinical sections within the department as assigned, working with investigators on clinical procedures and health concerns in a broad range of animal species including large animals.-Participate in On Call rotation.-Investigator Support: Effectively instruct investigators in appropriate methods of animal care and use.-Institutional Compliance: Conducts veterinary pre-review of new and renewing animal use protocols and protocol amendments. Participates in IACUC semi-annual inspections of animal facilities and assists investigators in complying with various animal care and use requirements. May serve as a member or as an appointed officer on institutional compliance committees (such as committee chair, vice chair, or Chief IACUC veterinarian) as required. These may include the IACUC, Institutional Biosafety committee, Radiation Safety committee, and others.-Continuing Education: Participates as an instructor/teacher in classified staff training, professional/paraprofessional training, and other educational activities as needed. Presents lectures using visuals aids to faculty, students, and other required audiences. Attends and participates in scientific meetings at local and national levels; remains current on professional issues; and fulfills continuing education requirements of licensure-Scholarly Activity: Actively seeks out opportunities for, and participates in, scholarly academic contributions to scientific literature.-Other duties as assignedRequired: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (or equivalent degree) (from an A.V.M.A. accredited institution)Preferred: Post graduate clinical experience in Veterinary Medicine and/or Laboratory Animal Medicine.Certification:1.Eligible or licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Texas2.Eligible for USDA accreditation3.Eligible for State and Federal registration to handle controlled substances.Experience:Must have 2 years' experience performing veterinary medical and surgical procedures in a private practice or research/academic environment. Must meet institutional requirements for an academia appointment as an Assistant/Associate Professor. Must be recognized by peers as possessing expertise in the field of veterinary medicine and surgery.*Required Document for Application*- statement of goals- current curriculum vitae- names, email addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references*Mailing Address and/or Contact Information for Interested Applicants*Vanessa Jensen, DVM, DACLAMChairDepartment of Veterinary Medicine & SurgeryThe University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center1515 Holcombe Blvd., Unit 63Houston, TX 77030-4009Telephone: 713-792-7270E-mail: VBJensen@mdanderson.orgThe University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/ut-retirement-program/voluntary-retirement-programs, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.htmlAdditional Information* Requisition ID: 178717* Employee Status: Regular* Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0* Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0* Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 0* FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay* Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote\#LI-Hybrid