"Special Lecturer in Medical Imaging"

Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a Special Lecturer in Medical Imaging in the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences (https://wcvm.usask.ca/departments/small-animal.php), Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM), University of Saskatchewan.

This position entails a 75% commitment to providing medical imaging supports to other services in the Veterinary Medical Centre (VMC), which includes small animal, large animal, exotic pet, zoo animal, and wildlife cases; consulting with veterinarians and veterinary specialists within the VMC to select the most appropriate diagnostic imaging tests – including radiography, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), PET-CT, and magnetic resonance imaging; and interpreting acquired images on both a scheduled and emergency basis.

The successful candidate may also contribute to the training of undergraduate and graduate veterinary students; provide American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR)-approved specialty training to interns and residents; and deliver a limited number of lectures and laboratories in medical imaging within the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (DVM) curriculum. The remaining 25% of the appointment will be available for other academic pursuits, administrative responsibilities, and related activities.

The WCVM (https://wcvm.usask.ca/) is Western Canada’s regional college of veterinary medicine and is part of a comprehensive academic health sciences group on the University of Saskatchewan’s main campus. The VMC (https://vmc.usask.ca/) is a state-of-the-art, AVMA- and AAHA-accredited, primary care hospital and referral centre serving Western Canada. The centre provides specialty services – and supports undergraduate and graduate veterinary student training – in anesthesia; dentistry; dermatology; exotic, wild, and zoo animals; internal medicine; medical imaging; nutrition; oncology; ophthalmology; radiation oncology; and surgery.

Applicants must hold a DVM degree (or equivalent) and be eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Saskatchewan (see https://svma.sk.ca/). Candidates must also be a Diplomate of the ACVR or the European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging; or have completed an accredited residency program prior to the start date. Completion of an advanced degree in a related field is desirable.

This position is within the scope of the University of Saskatchewan Faculty Association (https://usaskfaculty.ca/). The salary band for this position for the 2026-2027 academic year is $95,187 to $139,203 and is negotiable based on qualifications and experience.

There is an attractive and comprehensive benefits package that includes 6 weeks vacation; dental, health, and extended vision care plans; pension plan; life insurance (both compulsory and voluntary); sick leave, long-term disability, and death benefits; an employee assistance program; a flexible health and wellness spending plan; travel insurance; and a professional expense allowance.

Interested candidates must submit, via email, a cover letter; detailed curriculum vitae; and any supporting documents to:

Dr. Andy Allen, Head
Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences
Western College of Veterinary Medicine
University of Saskatchewan
Email: andrew.allen@usask.ca
Telephone: 306-966-7294

In accordance with federal immigration requirements, candidates are asked to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise authorized to work in this position for the duration of the appointment.

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and until April 17, 2026. The anticipated start date is July 15, 2026, or on another date mutually agreed upon with the successful candidate.