Description

Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery at the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, invites applications for a clinical (non-tenure) track faculty position in small animal soft animal tissue surgery at the rank of assistant or associate professor. Candidates must have a DVM or equivalent degree, have completed or be in the process of completing a residency registered with the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS), and have board certification or be in the process of attaining board certification through the ACVS or the ECVS. For all candidates, salary and entry rank will be commensurate with the applicant’s experience and qualifications. 

Requirements for appointment for Clinical Assistant, Associate, and Full Professors (non-tenure track) can be found in the Guidelines for Appointment and Promotion of Non-tenure Track Clinical Faculty in the Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery https://provost.uga.edu/wp-content/‌‌uploads/capu-criteria-small-animal-medicine-surgery.pdf

The major responsibilities for this position are to teach and provide service in soft tissue surgery in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, teach didactic and laboratory courses in soft tissue surgery to veterinary students, actively participate in training of surgical residents, and to develop a research program, which can be independent and/or collaborative with other faculty members.  The surgeon filling this position will be responsible for approximately 36 weeks of clinical service.  Approximately half of that time the surgeon filling this position will be responsible for daytime emergency and morning transfers on the urgent surgery Service, which also includes supporting the interventional radiology service, and serving as the backup for the standard soft tissue service. This service will be supported by a surgery house officer (resident or intern) and students or technicians.  The other half of the time the surgeon will be responsible for participating in the standard appointment-based soft tissue surgery service. Responsibilities during the remaining 16 weeks include opportunities to teach lecture and laboratory courses in soft tissue surgery to veterinary students and the development of scholarly activity consistent with individual interest. Proportionate assignments for each area will be based on the interests of the candidate in conjunction with the missions of the Surgery program and the Department.

The service enjoys access to vanguard technology in diagnostic imaging, including a 64-slice CT scanner, 3.0 Tesla MRI, digital radiography, ultrasound, nuclear scintigraphy, and a dedicated interventional radiology suite. The Veterinary Teaching Hospital is a 300,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility opened in March 2015. Each specialty has its own dedicated rounds room. Faculty members’ offices and over 5,400 square feet of shared research space are located on the floor above the hospital.

The Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery comprises approximately 50 faculty members, 51 clinical residents, ten rotating interns, seven specialty interns, and three administrative staff members. Shared laboratory space and technical support are provided within the Department, and six dedicated research technicians assist in the research missions of the Department’s faculty. Other specialties within the Department include anesthesia, dermatology, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, medical and radiation oncology, neurology, nutrition, ophthalmology, soft tissue surgery, and zoological medicine, as well as a community practice program (UGA Pet Health Center). The Department participates in the college-wide M.S. and Ph.D. programs. Members of the Department also actively participate in highly successful collaborative efforts with faculty members from other departments within the college and other colleges on campus, including the College of Engineering and the Athens campus of the Medical College of Georgia. The Department has a strong track record for teaching, research, and clinical service.

The University of Georgia, the nation’s first chartered state-supported university, is a research-intensive land grant and sea grant university situated in the vibrant college town of Athens. Only an hour from Atlanta, Athens is a progressive locale with a rich history, and is centered among beautiful surrounding landscapes. The area abounds in local music, art, literature, and theatre and hosts many performances by national and international touring artists. The cost of living in Athens compares favorably with much of the rest of the country, ranking lower than the U.S. average (http://www.bestplaces.net/city/‌georgia/‌athens-clarke_county). Additional information about the Athens area can be found at http://‌www.‌‌visitathensga.com/ and http://athensclarkecounty.com/82/Accolades.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit the following items: (1) a letter of intent including professional interests and career goals, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the name, mailing address, and contact information for three professional references. Please apply at: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/492126

Questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. Jane Quandt, Search Committee Chairperson, by email ([email protected]) or telephone (706-202-5707). All applications received on or before September 15, 2026, will be fully considered; applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The successful candidate’s employment starting date is negotiable; the position is available immediately. As required by the University of Georgia policy, the successful candidate will be subject to a background investigation.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).

Requirements

Candidates must have a DVM or equivalent degree, have completed or be in the process of completing a residency registered with the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS), and have board certification or be in the process of attaining board certification through the ACVS or the ECVS.