Description
The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a faculty position in Medical Oncology at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor (contract).
This position represents an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinary oncologist to join and help lead a rapidly expanding oncology program. As the University of Minnesota grows both its Medical Oncology and Radiation Oncology services, we seek a collaborative clinician, educator, and mentor who is passionate about advancing patient care, training future specialists, and shaping the future direction of veterinary oncology.
The successful candidate will contribute to the continued growth and advancement of the Medical Oncology Service, support resident training, and play an important role in the clinical, educational, and scholarly missions of the College.
Why Minnesota?
The University of Minnesota is making a substantial investment in the future of veterinary oncology. We are actively expanding both our Medical Oncology and Radiation Oncology services through the recruitment of multiple faculty positions, creating an exciting opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking team at a pivotal moment in its development.
The Veterinary Medical Center is one of the largest veterinary teaching hospitals in North America and serves a diverse regional referral population through a comprehensive network of specialty services. Faculty enjoy strong multidisciplinary support and the opportunity to collaborate with specialists across numerous clinical disciplines to provide exceptional cancer care.
Our oncology program is committed to excellence in patient care, resident training, clinical innovation, and scholarly activity. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help shape the future direction of the service, contribute to program growth, and mentor the next generation of veterinary oncologists.
Additional opportunities include:
Working within an expanding oncology program that is recruiting in both medical and radiation oncology.
Helping develop and strengthen residency training programs.
Access to advanced diagnostic and therapeutic technologies.
Collaboration with specialists across surgery, diagnostic imaging, pathology, critical care, neurology, cardiology, internal medicine, and other disciplines.
Opportunities to participate in clinical, translational, and collaborative research aligned with individual interests.
A collegial and supportive culture that values mentorship, professional development, innovation, and wellbeing.
Located in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, the University of Minnesota offers an exceptional quality of life, including vibrant cultural amenities, nationally recognized healthcare systems, excellent schools, abundant parks and outdoor recreation, and a thriving food and arts scene.
Position Responsibilities
The successful candidate will participate in all aspects of the academic mission of the College.
Clinical Service & Clinical Teaching (40-60%)
Provide specialty medical oncology consultation, diagnosis, and treatment.
Participate in multidisciplinary cancer care.
Support continued growth and strategic development of the oncology service.
Contribute to excellence in patient care and client communication.
Supervise and mentor oncology residents, interns, and DVM students.
Didactic Teaching (10-20%)
Contribute to the development of didactic coursework and integration into all four years of curriculum. It is expected that didactic teaching focuses on outcomes with an emphasis on active learning activities to enable our students to develop competence in clinical skills, communication, collaboration, clinical reasoning and problem solving. A student-centered philosophy of education is required.
Contribute to continuing education and professional development programs.
Research and Scholarly Activity (10-20%)
Participate in scholarly activities appropriate to rank and appointment track.
Develop or contribute to collaborative clinical, translational, or educational research initiatives.
Foster interdisciplinary collaborations within the College and University.
Service and Outreach (10%)
Service/Outreach responsibilities may include personal development, outreach to external stakeholders and service to the CVM and other veterinary-related professional organizations. Participation in departmental and university service will be appropriate at each stage of your career progression, as is fostering a diverse, inclusive and communicative academic environment in the department and university.
Expectations of the service component of your position include providing expert advice to referring veterinarians, attending departmental and collegiate faculty meetings, and serving on departmental, collegiate, and university committees.
What We Offer
An expanding oncology program with strong institutional support.
Opportunities to help shape the future direction of the service.
A collaborative academic environment focused on excellence in patient care, teaching, and innovation.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
Outstanding opportunities for professional growth and leadership.
Application Process
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and includes a generous fringe benefits package.
Salary Ranges
Associate Professor: $135,000 - $195,000
Full Professor: $150,000 - $220,000
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the position will remain open until filled. Qualified applicants should apply at the University of Minnesota Online Employment website at www.umn.edu/ohr/employment and use Veterinary Medicine in the keyword search function.
Applicants should submit:
Letter of interest.
Curriculum vitae.
Statement of clinical, teaching, and scholarly interests.
Contact information for three professional references.
Review of applications will begin September 30th and continue until November 22nd. Applications after this date may be considered if a suitable candidate has not been identified.
Requirements
Qualifications
Required
DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree.
Board certification in Medical Oncology through the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM-Oncology) or the European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ECVIM-CA Oncology).
Eligibility for veterinary licensure in Minnesota.
Demonstrated experience managing a specialty medical oncology caseload.
Experience supervising and mentoring oncology residents and house officers.
Evidence of effective teaching, communication, and collaborative skills.
Preferred
Experience in academic veterinary medicine.
Experience developing clinical programs or expanding specialty services.
Record of scholarly activity consistent with career stage.
Interest in collaborative clinical, translational, or educational research.
