Twelve (12) Month Term Position - Large Animal Surgery - Department of Health Management - Atlantic Veterinary College
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The successful applicant will join an established large animal surgery team of ACVS boarded diplomates, residents, interns, and technicians. Primary duties will be providing clinical and emergency surgery service in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and clinical teaching of residents, interns, and 4th year veterinary students during hospital rotations. There will be opportunity for didactic and laboratory teaching of preclinical veterinary students.
Qualifications:
- A DVM (or equivalent) degree
- Diplomate ACVS/ECVS or has successfully completed an ACVS or ECVS residency training program in large animal surgery
- Demonstrated teaching ability, especially clinical teaching
- Well-developed skills of collaboration and communication
- Eligibility for licensure with the Prince Edward Island Veterinary Medical Association
Preference will be given to candidates with diplomate status in the American College of Veterinary Surgery (ACVS) or European College of Veterinary Surgery (ECVS). However, candidates who have successfully completed a surgical residency training program are encouraged to apply. Training and experience in advanced equine dental procedures is desirable. A graduate degree is desirable but not mandatory.
The salary is commensurate with credentials and experience. Full-time faculty receive a comprehensive fringe benefits package, with benefit details provided at time of offer in accordance with the university鈥檚 collective agreement.
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Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information (including email addresses) of 3 references to:
Dr. Aimie Doyle
Associate Professor and Chief of Large Animal Surgery
Dept of Health Management
Atlantic Veterinary College
550 University Ave
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3 Canada
(Office) 902-620-5176
ajdoyle@upei.ca
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In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Review of applications will begin on June 12th and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Preferred starting date is July 17th, 2023.
