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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: 34700 Location: Foothills Campus Updated May 01, 2025 We 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr