The Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences (LCS) at the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), Michigan State University, invites applications for a full-time faculty position focused on small ruminant production medicine. This position is available at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in the Health Programs track, depending on the candidate's qualifications and interests. The candidate will have an approximately 50% commitment to teaching within the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) curriculum, with the remainder of the appointment distributed between clinical service, research or outreach/extension based on the candidate’s expertise and preferences.
Teaching duties will include predominantly field service instruction in small ruminant production medicine, mentoring veterinary students, and contributing to developing clinical rotations that emphasize hands-on learning with real-world applications. The successful candidate will be charged with growing the instructional programs for the DVM clinical programs in small ruminants in partnership with other ruminant specialists in the department.
Training Required:
Required Qualifications:
DVM degree (or equivalent) from an accredited veterinary school.
Evidence of experience in clinical service, research, or outreach/extension
Preferred Qualifications:
Board certification of relevance to the position
Advanced degree such as MS or PhD
Experience Desired:
At least three years of experience in farm animal medicine, with a focus on small ruminants.
Evidence of teaching and communication skills, along with a collaborative work ethic.
Preferred experience
Prior experience teaching in the DVM (or equivalent) curriculum
Prior experience in developing a research program in small ruminant production or outreach/extension experience in small ruminant production.
Salary:
This position is a full-time annual appointment in the health program appointment system. Salary and rank (associate or assistant professor) are dependent on qualifications and experience.
Benefits:
Faculty benefits, including comprehensive medical and dental packages are available; premiums will vary. Also, there is a base retirement plan available, professional liability coverage, and paid vacation leave.
Species Percentages:
Beef:
0
Dairy:
0
Swine:
0
Small Ruminants:
0
Equine:
0
Poultry:
0
Exotics:
0
Small Animals:
100
Environment:
Facilities provided by the veterinary practice:
LCS educational facilities include the Large Animal Clinic in the Veterinary Medical Center, where faculty members and students provide emergency care as well as diagnostics, medical and surgical treatment, and therapeutic services for horses, cattle, and other ruminants, as well as other animals, including zoos and wildlife.
Other Personnel :
The successful candidate will join a dedicated team of professionals committed to advancing the department’s teaching, clinical service, research, and outreach/extension missions. This position is essential to supporting the growing needs of the veterinary student body, particularly in small ruminant production medicine, and fostering the department’s long-standing relationships with the agricultural community. LCS faculty promote and support Michigan's strong and growing small ruminant industries.
Practice strengths and emphasis of the business:
Research opportunities are available and encouraged for those interested in contributing to the field of small ruminant medicine at both the basic and applied levels, as well as developing the use of small ruminant models for diseases within the One Health framework. Outreach/extension responsibilities may involve collaboration with local producers and MSU Extension specialists and educators to improve herd health and production practices regionally, nationally, or internationally.
Practice Area:
Michigan State University is on one of the nation's largest and most beautiful campuses. The University has a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is home to a diverse international community of dedicated students and scholars, athletes and artists, scientists, teachers, and leaders. East Lansing's collegiate atmosphere is complimented by the low cost of living with convenient access to neighboring cultural centers such as Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Detroit, and Chicago. East Lansing and surrounding communities provide excellent public-school systems. In addition, Michigan, the Great Lakes State, with its numerous inland lakes and rivers, state and national parks, national lake shores, world-class golf courses, and four seasons offers a broad variety of outdoor recreational activities.
