"Executive Director, Animal Health Diagnostic Center Associate Dean for Diagnostic Operations & Government Relations"

Executive Director, Animal Health Diagnostic Center Associate Dean for Diagnostic Operations & Government Relations

Executive Director, Animal Health Diagnostic Center

Associate Dean for Diagnostic Operations & Government Relations

College of Veterinary Medicine

Cornell University

Ithaca, NY

Cornell University invites applications for a full-time clinical track or tenure-track faculty appointment as Executive Director of the Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC) and Associate Dean for Diagnostic Operations and Government Relations at the College of Veterinary Medicine.

The AHDC operates as the New York State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory in partnership with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and promotes the health, productivity, and welfare of food- and fiber-producing animals, companion animals, and zoo and wildlife populations. The AHDC, as a Level 1 laboratory of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network, provides surveillance and diagnostic testing for important domestic and transboundary diseases in coordination with the USDA National Veterinary Services Laboratories. The AHDC is a member of the Veterinary Laboratory Investigation and Response Network, which assists the Food and Drug Administration in the surveillance of animal feeds and drugs.

The AHDC is a service enterprise that is fully integrated into the academic and service mission of the College of Veterinary Medicine, with an operating budget of $40 million, employing over 250 people, including faculty, staff, and support personnel, and with over 7,000 active accounts of clinics and practicing veterinarians who submit samples from throughout the U.S. and several other countries. Over 300,000 submissions were received in calendar year 2024, which generated almost 1 million test codes and millions of tests. The AHDC testing services is supported by a strong commitment to basic research and is focused on identifying emerging threats and a comprehensive understanding of disease processes.

The Executive Director of the AHDC and Associate Dean for Diagnostic Operations and Government Relations leads and supports the AHDC mission, providing executive leadership and strategic direction for all programs associated with the laboratory, as well as serves as liaison to state and federal government offices, representing CVM and its interests. This includes supervision of diagnostic and related service activities of AHDC laboratory units and program directors and providing the chair of the Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences with annual performance feedback of academic appointments within the AHDC. The AHDC Executive Director also engages and supports the Dean in the Veterinary College’s communication and coordination of AHDC activities with state and federal agencies. The incumbent reports to the Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and works cooperatively with the Chair of the Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences and other college leaders in the management of the AHDC.

Qualifications

DVM degree or equivalent, with substantial professional veterinary or animal health experience and a minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in administration of a veterinary diagnostic laboratory, a section/division of a veterinary diagnostic laboratory, or other animal health organization of comparable scope, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential. Active involvement in national veterinary diagnostic organizations (i.e. AAVLD) and experience working with state or federal government agencies or legislative offices is desirable. 

Title and rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this position is $200,000 - $250,000 and will be commensurate with academic credentials and experience.

To apply, visit the AJO web address (https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/29937) to upload application materials, including cover letter, curriculum vitae, and statements (max. 1 page, each) of research and service interests as PDF files, including the email addresses of 3 references who will be invited to upload their letters later. In addition, we ask applicants for all faculty positions to share their experiences and/or approaches (past, current, or future) to foster learning, research service, and/or outreach in a diverse community. Applicants may choose to submit a stand-alone statement or embed the information in other parts of their application materials.

In addition, we ask applicants for all faculty positions to share their experiences and/or approaches (past, current, or future) to foster learning, research service, and/or outreach in a diverse community. Applicants may choose to submit a stand-alone statement or embed the information in other parts of their application materials.

For more information, please contact Dr. Susan Fubini, Search Committee Chair, at slf3@cornell.edu.

The search committee will begin considering complete applications on May 15, 2025, or until the position is filled.

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine is recognized internationally as a leader in animal medicine, veterinary medical education, public health, and biomedical research.