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Require Authentication must be enabled to output referral button.Small Animal Surgery and Surgical Skills, Assistant or Associate Professor (Teaching), Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM)Job ID: 34700Location: Foothills CampusUpdated May 01, 2025We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta.The City of Calgary is also home to Mtis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.DescriptionAssistant Professor (Teaching) or Associate Professor (Teaching), Small Animal Surgery and Surgical SkillsThe 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 RequirementsA 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-SAAssociate 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr