Assistant Professor - Internal Medicine (Tenure Track)

The University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine is hiring:
* One Assistant Professor, tenure-track, position in Internal Medicine, 100%-time faculty appointment.
* This position is a tenure-track position that will be primarily research-focused with at least 75% research effort.

Internal Medicine Description:
* Research: The successful candidate will build an independent research program in Small Animal Internal Medicine and Oncology. Duties will include development and management of a research program, grantsmanship, and mentoring of graduate students and residents. Clinical research opportunities also are available through the Clinical Investigation Center, as many potential funded research projects require oncology and internal medicine expertise.
* Clinical Service: The selected individual will be expected to support house officers in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of Small Animal Internal Medicine cases presented to the Veterinary Medical Center (VMC). Provide excellent specialty-level care in internal medicine in collaboration with other specialists and emergency veterinarians. Work closely with colleagues in the Veterinary Medical Center to provide seamless transition between secondary and tertiary care, support clinical research trials, and provide opportunities for the training of student clinical externs and house officers. Positively represent the hospital in the professional community and to the general public.
* Professional and Graduate Education: The selected individual will be expected to participate in the didactic and clinical skills instruction of professional and/or graduate students. This individual will also be expected to advise and mentor Small Animal Internal Medicine residents.
* Service: The selected individual will support the service mission of the College through internal and external committee engagement in line with professional interests and in support of the greater interests of the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Minimum qualifications for this position include a:
* DVM or equivalent veterinary degree,
* Board certification in Small Animal Internal Medicine,
* Secured NIH K Award funding,
* Oncology-based independent research program.

The Internal Medicine service, its clinicians, clients, and patients benefit from:

• Access to the VMC's team of specialists in 16 different disciplines
• Renowned clinicians and scientists
• The most advanced veterinary diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities in the world.
• The VMC is one of the largest and busiest veterinary teaching hospitals in the nation, serving close to 35,000 cases a year.

The VCS Department has a rich history of Veterinary and Comparative Medicine research. The college has a vigorous basic and translational research program with active clinical trials and a Clinical Investigation Center infrastructure that provides technical support and assistance with clinical research opportunities. Faculty lead and participate in interdisciplinary and collaborative research with:

• All three academic departments in the College
• Other units in the Health Sciences professional colleges
• The College of Biological Sciences and the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences on the St. Paul campus; and several other University centers and institutes
• University's NIH Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI)

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. This position requires that you include a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, diversity, equity, inclusion statement, and upload a list of 3 references (with contact information). Letters of reference should include assessments of the applicant's clinical abilities, teaching abilities, interpersonal skills, and research abilities and experience.

This position will remain open until filled.

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