Assistant/Associate Professor, Small Ruminant and Camelid Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary

Location: Spyhill and/or Foothills Campus

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Position Description

Faculty position “Small Ruminant Medicine”

The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) at the University of Calgary invites applications for a full-time Academic position in Small Ruminant and Camelid Medicine. The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) or Associate Professor (with tenure) in the Teaching and Research stream depending on experience of the successful candidate. The anticipated start date is September 1st , 2025, or at an  mutually agreed upon date.

Position Description and Associated Responsibilities

Small ruminant and camelid medicine plays an important role in veterinary practice, addressing the health and welfare needs of sheep, goats and other camelids, which are vital for global food security and sustainable agriculture. Alberta is the second-largest sheep and lamb producing province in Canada and the industry has an important role in livestock industry diversification. 

The selected applicant is an emerging leader in education, scholarship and research in small ruminant and camelid medicine. As well as contributing to our educational programs in the DVM and postgraduate programs, they will develop an active externally funded collaborative clinical research program in areas including, but not limited to, infectious, zoonotic and/or parasitic disease, One Health, vaccinology and/or Diagnostics building on current strengths in the faculties of Veterinary Medicine, Medicine (CSM) and Science. 

There are cutting-edge core facilities in place, including a variety of biosafety level 2+ laboratories, small ruminant research housing, at out Spy Hill campus and state-of-the-art imaging, genomics, proteomics and metabolomics core facilities at our Foothills Campus.

• Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor normally requires evidence or promise of original high-quality research and scholarship and future development as a scholar. Evidence or promise of the ability to obtain funding may also be required where appropriate. Evidence or promise of teaching proficiency or professional activity may also be required.
• Appointment at the rank of Associate Professor, requires evidence of an established academic program of a caliber equivalent to national recognition by peers. It is expected that a record of high-quality research and scholarship suitable to the discipline or field has been achieved. Evidence of ability to obtain funding to sustain a research program is required. Evidence of teaching effectiveness and expertise, including a demonstrated ability to teach a variety of courses, design learning experiences may be required. A satisfactory record of and active involvement in university, professional or community service is expected.

Position Requirements

• DVM (or equivalent)
• Board Certification in Small Ruminant Medicine 
• Experience with DVM course delivery, content development and coordination, and mentorship/supervisory experience at the graduate and undergraduate student level is essential.
• PhD or equivalent 
• Postdoctoral research experience in small ruminant research demonstrated by a track record of peer-reviewed research publications 
• The potential to obtain external research funding.

The selected applicant will have a primary appointment in the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, with the possibility for adjunct appointments another Faculties and membership with relevant Institutes eg. Snyder Institute for Chronic Diseases. The research environment is multi-disciplinary and prioritizes transdisciplinary research initiatives. The selected applicant will have opportunities to be involved in administrative and service activities that affect the UCVM community.

How to Apply

Please apply online via the ‘Apply Now’ link on the UCalgary careers website: https://careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/15328893-assistant-slash-associate-professor-small-ruminant-and-camelid-medicine-faculty-of-veterinary-medicine

Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments (which may require you to merge documents). A complete application should include:

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae, including the name and contact information of three referees
• Statement of teaching philosophy (maximum of 2 pages)
• Statement of research interests, accomplishments, and vision (maximum of 3 pages)
• Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (maximum of 1 page)

Questions may be addressed to:

Application Deadline: January 10, 2025 (or until being filled)

The University of Calgary adheres to the principles of the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA) and strives to evaluate research impact responsibly and inclusively by explicitly considering discipline-appropriate methods for demonstrating the quality, significance, and societal impact of a broad range of research contributions.

Information about the faculty

UCVM is a highly research active faculty with currently seven organized research groups, which includes the Infection Biology Research Group. UCVM is consistently ranked among the Top 35 international veterinary schools, with an increasing sponsored research funding. Currently, UCVM is home to 12 research chairs, four of them Canada Research Chairs. UCVM has approximately 80 faculty members, 150 staff, 140 graduate students, 35 post-doctoral fellows, and 15 advanced clinical trainees. UCVM’s DVM program provides a comprehensive general veterinary education to 50 students per year, currently expanding to 100 students. Descriptions of the Faculty, its programs, and its departments can be found at www.vet.ucalgary.ca.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to   the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

The University of Calgary recognizes that candidates have varying career paths and that career interruptions can be part of an excellent academic record. Candidates are encouraged but not required to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions to allow for a fair assessment of their application. Selection committees have been instructed to give careful consideration to, and be sensitive to the impact of career interruptions, when assessing the candidate’s research productivity.

Additional Information

To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website. For more information visit Careers in the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

About the University of Calgary  

UCalgary is Canada’s entrepreneurial university, located in Canada’s most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada’s leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.  

About Calgary, Alberta

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