Large Animal Surgeon
East Lansing, Michigan, United States
Large Animal Clinical Sciences
Area of Interest: Education/Training Area of Interest: Research/Scientific Area of Interest: Veterinary/Animal Care Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%) Group: Tenure System Faculty Union/Non-Union: Non-Union
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Opening on: Aug Closing at: Aug - 16:45 EDT
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College Of Veterinary Medicine 884315
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Position Summary The Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University, invites applications for a Tenure System or Health Programs Faculty Appointment System (HP) position in Large Animal Surgery.
Michigan State University (MSU), the nation's pioneer land-grant university, is one of the top research universities in the world. Home to nationally ranked and recognized academic departments, residential colleges, and service-learning programs, MSU is a diverse community of dedicated students and scholars, athletes and artists, scientists, alumni, and leaders.
MSU is a research-intensive university committed to intellectual leadership, excellence in fundamental and applied research, education, and service. Founded in 1855, MSU was one of the original beneficiaries of the Morrill Land Grant Colleges Act and continues to serve as a prototype for other institutions worldwide. MSU has since evolved into a world-class university with a comprehensive spectrum of programs that attract diverse and talented faculty, staff, and students. The long and distinguished tradition of public outreach at MSU complements its strength in research and teaching, and fosters positive intellectual, social, and technological development. MSU has been an elected member of the prestigious Association of American Universities since 1964 and is a member of the Big 10 Athletic Conference.
Excellence in undergraduate and graduate student education is a priority and hallmark of MSU. Each year, MSU enrolls approximately 40,000 undergraduates and 11,000 graduate and professional students. These students come from at least 130 countries, all 50 states and every county in Michigan. MSU boasts approximately 542,000 living alumni. More than 12,000 faculty and staff are employed at MSU, and its 17 degree-granting colleges offer more than 200 different programs of study. MSU is committed to international study and its study abroad programs offer 275 options in at least 60 countries on all continents. Given the extraordinary MSU multicultural environment which attracts students from all walks of life as well as from all over the world, the opportunity to interact with students from diverse backgrounds is exceptional. More than 1,400 faculty and staff are engaged in international research and teaching and the 25 internationally focused centres, institutes and offices across the University facilitate engagement and impact.
The University is committed to serving Michigan, the nation, and the world. Its distinguished history of innovative teaching, research and outreach has brought MSU worldwide recognition as a public university with global reach and impact. Notably, MSU has a longstanding record of achievement and commitment to diversity. The University offers an environment that promotes an appreciation of diversity among its faculty, students, staff, and programs.
An annual budget of more than $2 billion supports MSU activities and programs. As an international leader in scientific and engineering research and development, approximately $600 million annually in externally-sponsored research expenditures are part of the annual budget. MSU began a major program, Global Impact Initiative, in 2015 to advance research and scholarship. Over 90 new faculty have been hired in focus areas including: Computation, Advanced Engineering, Genomics, Plants/Food/Environment, Antibiotic Resistance, and Precision Medicine. With an emphasis on developing practical applications of new knowledge to address complex societal problems, MSU research is integrated with its graduate education mission and is characterized by cross-disciplinary collaborations. Current research activities extend across MSU, among campuses and institutions around the nation and the world, and involve a diversity of agencies, organizations, and industries.
The University is situated on 5,200 acres, much of it along the banks of the Red Cedar River in the city of East Lansing, with 2,100 acres in existing or planned development. The campus includes 538 buildings, including 95 academic buildings. The city of East Lansing has approximately 50,000 residents and is adjacent to Lansing, the state capital. The three-county metropolitan area has approximately 464,000 residents.
COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE BACKGROUND Veterinary science courses have been taught at MSU since the institution's founding in 1855. The College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) was formally established as a four-year, degree-granting program in 1910.
Today, the college includes three clinical departments Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Large-Animal Clinical Sciences, and Pathobiology and Diagnostic Investigation; two affiliated biomedical science departments Microbiology and Molecular Genetics and Pharmacology and Toxicology; two service units the Veterinary Medical Center and the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory; and several research centers.
Research at the MSU CVM includes interdisciplinary, innovative, and high-impact investigations that are central to the history, present, and future, and underpin our exceptional education and unsurpassed clinical care. The expansive CVM Endowed Research Funds support graduate student, young investigator and pilot projects within the MSU CVM. The College boasts 9 endowed research chairs in comparative orthopedics, feline health, canine health, farm animal health and well-being, antimicrobial resistance, equine, and small and large animal clinical sciences.
In addition to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree program, the college offers certificate and bachelor's degree programs in veterinary nursing, and advanced graduate degrees (master's and doctor of philosophy) through the Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (CMIB) program.
The CVM is fortunate to have an outstanding faculty, all of whom hold the doctor of veterinary medicine degree and/or the doctor of philosophy degree. Nearly all of the specialty boards recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association are represented on the faculty. Many of these faculty members are leaders in their fields, both nationally and internationally.
MSU has a long-standing commitment to equal opportunity, affirmative action, and multiculturalism. The CVM has attained national recognition for its leadership in programs for the encouragement of underrepresented groups at the preprofessional, professional, and advanced studies levels, as well as for increased diversity in its faculty, students, and staff.
Special opportunities for pre-veterinary and professional students to participate in international veterinary activities further expand appreciation of different cultures. Indeed, international experience and opportunities abound in the college for both faculty and students. Nearly 300 individuals associated with the college have been involved in activities in 36 countries. A special endowment provides funds to support student travel abroad.
The abundance and variety of animal agriculture and companion animals in Michigan provides the college with one of the largest clinical and diagnostic caseloads in the country. Educational and research opportunities are considerably enhanced by this large caseload.
The college also takes seriously its obligation to meet the needs of society in addition to clinical services and education. The college has expertise in public health, biomedical and comparative medical research, ecosystem and environmental management, and the multiple facets that compose our complex global food system. CVM also supports key animal health programs conducted by both the Michigan Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
The mission of the college is to be inclusive as we learn, discover, heal, and protect. We, as a College, aim to identify, attract, and retain talented students, faculty, and staff reflective of the diversity of the populations in our state, the nation, and the world. Our academic, scholarly, and service roles, considered separately and collectively, form the foundation of an inclusive culture that is committed to respecting, nurturing, and advancing all individuals.
We are committed to promoting the principles of equal opportunity and multiculturalism where all individuals are valued, respected, provided opportunity to flourish and open doors in their pursuit of excellence. We encourage and welcome our community to share ideas with us surrounding opportunities to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The College's vision is to be the destination for teaching, innovation, care, and service. Six goals, backed by specific strategies, guide our organization as we move forward. Read more at to learn about the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine's goals, strategies, and progress.
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