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Small Animal Surgery and Surgical Skills, Assistant or Associate Professor (Teaching), Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM)

Job ID: 34700
Location: Foothills Campus
Updated May 01, 2025

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Description

Assistant Professor (Teaching) or Associate Professor (Teaching), Small Animal Surgery and Surgical Skills

The University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) invites applications for a full-time academic position in Small Animal Surgery and Surgical Skills . The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching) (tenure-track) or Associate Professor (Teaching) (with tenure) , based on qualifications and career expectations. The anticipated start date is September 1, 2025 .

This role involves teaching undergraduate students, focusing on basic and general surgical skills, especially small animal surgery. Responsibilities include didactic lectures, clinical and professional skills laboratories, 4th-year rotations, and clinical duties in our distributed veterinary teaching hospital and partner practices. Service duties will constitute 10-20% of the role, depending on rank.

Position Requirements

• A DVM (or equivalent) and advanced clinical training in surgery (e.g., internship, residency, or extensive continuing education).
• Board certification (ACVS or ECVS) is preferred but not required.
• A graduate degree in clinical or educational research is an asset.
• Eligibility for licensure in Alberta as a general practice veterinarian.

Qualifications for Assistant Professor (Teaching): Evidence or promise of teaching effectiveness, scholarly approach to teaching, participation in reflective practice, and professional development in pedagogy.

Qualifications for Associate Professor (Teaching): All of the above, plus demonstrated ability to design learning experiences, engage students, and participate in scholarly activities related to teaching and curriculum development.

Application instructions include submitting a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, and a statement on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion via the 'Apply Now' link. Please organize your attachments accordingly.

Questions can be directed to:
Dr. Marina McConkey DVM, PGCert VetEd, DACVS-SA
Associate Dean, Clinical Affairs
[emailprotected]

Application deadline: Review begins June 1, 2025, and remains open until filled.

UCVM is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups and providing accommodations during the recruitment process.