Clinical or Tenure Track Assistant Professor - Cardiology

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Posted: 09-May-24

Location: Ames, Iowa

Salary: Open

Categories:

Academic/Faculty

Internal Number: R14616

Position Title:
Clinical or Tenure Track Assistant Professor - Cardiology

Appointment Type:
Faculty

Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in Ames, Iowa, invites applications for a full-time clinical or tenure-track Assistant Professor Faculty position in Cardiology in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences.

The successful candidate will join our 2 current cardiologists (Drs. Jessica Ward and Melissa Tropf) to enhance the national prominence of the cardiology program at Iowa State University through activities in clinical service, teaching, and scholarship. A minimum of 50% effort will be dedicated to professional practice in the recently renovated Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center (LVMC), a state-of-the-art teaching hospital providing specialized care for companion and large animals throughout Iowa and surrounding states. Clinical practice will include training cardiology residents within our ACVIM-approved residency program. A commitment to practicing a customer-centered service philosophy and maintaining a collegial working environment is expected.

Participation in didactic and laboratory teaching, independent or collaborative creative scholarship, and academic service are also expected. The extent of research and other activities will be commensurate with the experience, rank, interests, and Position Responsibility Statement (PRS) of the successful candidate.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• DVM or equivalent degree

• Successful completion of an American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) or European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ECVIM) approved residency training program in cardiology. Individuals in their final year of residency training whose credentials have been accepted to take the certification examination in cardiology are encouraged to apply.

• State of Iowa Veterinary License on or before the first day of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cardiology practice experience in a modern clinical facility with current standards of care.

• Experience with and skill in interventional cardiology.

• Experience with or demonstrated interest in didactic teaching, clinical teaching, and resident training.

• Experience with or demonstrated interest in collaborative research opportunities.

Department/Program & College Description:

The LVMC is a state-of-the-art facility designed to provide specialized care and comprehensive medical and surgical services for companion and large animals throughout Iowa and surrounding states. Our clinicians, residents, interns, technicians, staff, and senior veterinary students work collaboratively to provide 24-hour, high-quality care to animal patients. Equipment within the Cardiology Service includes a Philips Epiq 7C cardiac ultrasound unit, Philips CX50 portable ultrasound, Syngo Dynamics echocardiography software, Burdick ELI 280 electrocardiograph, ECG telemetry in ICU, an in-house Holter service, and a Philips Veradius C-arm with dedicated catheterization laboratory for interventional procedures. The Veterinary Clinical Sciences department offers highly competitive salary and benefit packages for new faculty.

 

Ames is a great community to live and was recently voted one of the best college towns  in the nation.  It has a population of 60,000, located in central Iowa, approximately 30 minutes from Des Moines.  Numerous activities are available including camping, bike paths, golf courses, state parks, aquatic center, and the excitement of Big XII sporting events and more. For more information on Ames you can visit www.ameschamber.com .  

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Department Unit/Website:

https://vetmed.iastate.edu/vcs

Proposed Start Date:
September 3, 2024

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae

2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter which should include a statement of career goals, and philosophy of clinical, basic, and translational research in veterinary medicine and current curriculum vitae

3) Contact information for three references external to ISU; internal reference contacts may be provided but not required, in addition to the required external

If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. David Wong at [email protected] or call (515) 294-1500.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:
May 7, 2024

Posting Close Date:
May 16, 2024

Job Requisition Number:
R14616

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About Iowa State University
Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see www.iastate.edu). Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see www.visitames.com). Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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