"ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF SMALL ANIMAL RADIATION ONCOLOGY- CLINICIAN EDUCATOR"

Job Description

The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences and Advanced Medicine invites applications for a faculty position in Small Animal Radiation Oncology. This position is in the Clinician Educator (CE) track at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor, depending on the candidate's experience.

The successful candidate is expected to have a history of or potential as an exemplary clinician, educator, researcher, and academic leader. CE faculty members contribute through scholarship and provide 29 weeks per year of clinical service in the Matthew J. Ryan Veterinary Hospital, participating in clinical and didactic teaching of veterinary students, interns, and residents. Clinical responsibilities include treatment planning, participation in comprehensive oncology rounds, instruction, mentoring, and primary care of radiation oncology patients.

Reappointment and promotion require excellence in clinical activity, teaching, and scholarly productivity, such as original research publications. This is a non-tenured position with reappointment every three years and promotion required by year nine. Salary is commensurate with experience and includes full University benefits.

The candidate will join PennVet's Radiation Oncology service, which includes various staff and plans to start a residency program. Advantages include a comprehensive oncology service, support from other specialties, and access to advanced facilities like Varian Silhouette with RapidArc, Eclipse TPS, and Aria R&V. Imaging modalities include 64-slice CT and 1.5T MRI, with opportunities for collaboration.

This position suits junior faculty interested in research and clinical practice in a multi-specialty academic center. The program offers oncology services, clinical trials, and support from dedicated centers.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a veterinary degree and achieved certification in the American College of Veterinary Radiology-RO or be eligible for certification.

Application Instructions

Applications are accepted immediately. Interested applicants should apply electronically to: https://apply.interfolio.com/170991. Attach a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and names of three references. Letters should be addressed to Wilfried Mai, DVM, MS, PhD, Dipl ACVR, Dipl ECVDI, Professor of Radiology and Search Committee Chair.

Questions can be sent to Kelli Cave, Search Committee Coordinator.