Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Lucinda Kershaw, lucinda.kershaw@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

tbd

Appointment Length

11 months

Hiring Range

Commensurate with education and experience

Priority Application Date

Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

It’s time to re-imagine what a career in academia could be! Educating the next generation of veterinarians, job flexibility, freedom to create, a collegial and encouraging work environment, imagine that! You could have a career in academia that fits your goals and offers you flexibility and autonomy. We have two open oncology positions, and we will work with you to personalize the position to fit your expertise, your goals, and your ambitions.

An infusion of funding to the CVM is enabling us to build a new teaching hospital and expand our services. An endowed Chair is available as part of this position for qualified applicants.

Our small animal care team includes 1 board-certified small animal internal medicine specialist (DACVIM SAIM) supported by a small animal medicine hospitalist, 5 primary care DVMs, two board-certified small animal ECC specialists, 5 small animal ER DVMs, as well as neurology, dermatology, ophthalmology, behavior and zoo medicine specialists, and support staff of skilled RVTs and nurse assistants. Review of applicants will begin upon receipt of applications and will continue until the positions are filled.

Applications including letter of intent with statement of professional goals, curriculum vitae, and three names of references and contact information should be submitted at  https://jobs.okstate.edu. For inquiries please contact: Dr. Julia Montgomery, Professor and Department Head, Veterinary Clinical Sciences at 405.744.8469 or julia.b.montgomery@okstate.edu

Qualifications include a DVM or equivalent veterinary degree, residency training in oncology by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM), subspeciality of oncology, or the European equivalent. Candidates qualified to take the specialty board certification examination are encouraged to apply. Eligibility for faculty licensure in Oklahoma is required.

These are full-time positions with an excellent benefits package, 4 weeks of vacation, start-up funding for research endeavors, and a fully equipped office. Funding support for professional development is provided. The ability to do up to 4 weeks of consultation work outside our referral area is also included. Salary and professional rank will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience, including consideration of previous accomplishments towards future promotions. Position is contingent upon available funding.

Oklahoma State University offers many benefits to its employees, including opportunity for childcare on campus, tuition waivers for dependent children of faculty, qualification for public service student loan forgiveness, free membership to the University’s Wellness Facilities https://wellness.okstate.edu/recreation/facilities/, numerous cultural and sporting events, and mental health resources including onsite counseling to name a few.

If you are seeking a collaborative environment, Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine is the place to be!

Required Qualifications

• D.V.M.  Degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date.
• Residency training in oncology by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM), subspecialty of oncology, or the European equivalent. Candidates qualified to take the specialty board certification examination are encouraged to apply.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

• Eligibility for faculty licensure in Oklahoma is required.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Excellent communication skills.