Assistant Professor (Clinical or Tenure Track)

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: 3 days ago
Location: Corvallis, OREGON
Deadline: 31 May 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Department Vet Biomedical Science (VBS)
Position Title Assistant Professor (Clinical)
Job Title Assistant Professor (Clinical or Tenure Track)
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The Department of Veterinary Biological Sciences in the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a full-time 1.00 FTE, 12-month, fixed-term Assistant Professor (Clinical) with reappointment at the discretion of the Department Head or a tenure-track Assistant Professor position depending on qualifications.
This position serves as a faculty veterinary clinical pathologist. The academic home for this position is in the Department of Biomedical Sciences in the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University, with a joint appointment in the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.
The Department of Biomedical Sciences is an integral component of the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine which includes the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (OVDL), and the Lois Bates Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Faculty members in the Department of Biomedical Sciences provide instruction to students in a professional veterinary medical program leading to a DVM degree, MS and PhD degree programs and, also provide diagnostic services through the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (OVDL) to the benefit of practicing veterinarians, wildlife officials, livestock and poultry industries, and pet owners.
Our faculty also maintain active research devoted to solving the world’s most challenging animal and human health issues. Our research is of economic and public health significance, aimed at improving human and animal health and welfare, and of particular importance to the State of Oregon and the nation.
The incumbent will participate in clinical pathology service through the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, along with instruction of veterinary students and pathology residents. The incumbent will also participate in scholarly activity and serve on appropriate academic committees. The OVDL is Oregon’s AAVLD-accredited laboratory and a member of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network. The laboratory has a diverse caseload providing outstanding opportunities to teach enthusiastic students in the professional curriculum and our clinical pathology residency program.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine county. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
55% Diagnostic Service (40% for tenure-track):
Provide diagnostic clinical pathology services to the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (OVDL), with an emphasis on cytology and hematology diagnostic work. Provide support/consultation for laboratory activities such as new assay validation, QC, training, and lab management. If candidate has other diagnostic specializations/certifications, may also provide some diagnostic service in other areas of OVDL if desired.
30% Teaching (20% for tenure-track):
Contribute to the professional, graduate, and undergraduate curricula of the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine and the University, particularly in teaching pre-clinical Clinical Pathology and General Pathology. Instruct 4th year veterinary students in the techniques of clinical pathology during core rotations.
10% Scholarly Activity (35% for tenure-track):
Pursue discovery in scholarly activity through collaborative research efforts, present new information at relevant meetings, and publish in peer-reviewed journals, books, and other media.
5% University Service:
Share in committee and other service activities of the College and the University.
What You Will Need
  • DVM or equivalent.
  • Diplomate status or eligibility for taking the boards of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (Clinical Pathology) or the European College of Veterinary Clinical Pathologists
  • Experience in diagnostic clinical pathology, teaching, and research.
  • The ability to effectively communicate with diagnostic laboratory clientele, veterinary, graduate, and undergraduate students, pathology residents, staff, and colleagues.


This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
  • An advanced degree and/or additional professional certification in a related discipline.
  • Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity and creating an equitable and inclusive environment.
  • Demonstrated commitment to professional and respectful conduct with all.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Participation in the weekend on-call duty rotation at OVDL is required.
Pay Method Salary
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with education, training, and experience.
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/14505

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P07876UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 07/01/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 03/14/2024
Full Consideration Date 04/12/2024
Closing Date 05/31/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 12, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A Curriculum Vitae; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
Letters of Reference are required for this position. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for two referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.

For additional information please contact:
Jennifer Johns
[email protected]
541-737-0755.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected] .

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