"Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology- Clinical Track"

The Department of Veterinary Clinical Science at Louisiana State University invites applicants for an open faculty position in Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia. This is a nontenured-track faculty position at the rank of assistant or associate or professor. Rank and salary are commensurate with the individuals experience and qualifications.

Job Responsibilities:

• 70% Anesthesia support for the small, large and zoo-exotic animal services within the teaching hospital, and participation in after-hours emergency service. Clinical responsibilities will be shared with other members of the anesthesia service (total of 4 anesthesiologists, 7 technicians, and 1 to 2 residents).
• 20% Contribute towards didactic and laboratory instruction in veterinary anesthesiology and teaching of clinical veterinary anesthesia and analgesia to veterinary students, cooperate with other faculty members in training interns/residents.
• 10% Independent and collaborative research endeavors.

Minimum Requirements:

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• Successful completion of an American and/or European College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia (ACVAA / ECVAA) approved residency program.
• Strong teaching abilities, advanced degrees and/or experience in team research.

Additional Information:

• Required to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and "on-call"/relief shifts.
• Per PS 18- This position is a part of the Emergency Response Personnel - these personnel are linked with the hospital during any emergency response event and are expected to report in and perform as outlined in the emergency response plan.
• Required to be capable of lifting up to 40 pounds, standing or walking for prolonged periods, able to reach and/or climb a ladder, kneel or sit on the floor, 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.