Posting Detail Information Working TitleInstructor/Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Small Animal Orthopedic Surgery Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person Posting Number202400249F Proposed Annual Salary RangeInstructor - $112,000 - $122,000, Assistant Professor - $134,200 - $148,320; Associate Professor - $163,152 - $177,057; Full Professor - $193,537 - Salary commensurate with education and experience. Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. 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Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities. The Department of Clinical Sciences mission is to assure the health and productivity of animals to meet societal needs through high quality educational programs for professional veterinary medical students, graduate veterinarians, and the public through a faculty and veterinary medical center of excellence, and to advance and disseminate comparative biomedical knowledge in an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration. Tenure/Tenure Track?No % Research5-20% % Teaching35-45% % Service35-45% % Administration0% To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on10/04/2024 Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Position End Date Position Summary The Department of Clinical Sciences at Colorado State University seeks applications for a 12-month, Non-Tenure Track, Clinical Instructor, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Small Animal Orthopedic Surgery. The Small Animal Orthopedic Surgery position is responsible for the orthopedic surgical management of the small animal caseload at the VTH . This faculty position will provide 30-34 weeks of clinical effort and will have responsibility for surgical consultations, performing orthopedic surgery, and teaching house officers and DVM students. This position supports an important clinical service in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital ( VTH ) both in terms of client service and revenue generation. CSU has a unique integrated service including Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Medicine/Mobility, and Rehabilitation teams for comprehensive patient care and collaborative clinical research/trials. A signing bonus of up to 10% of negotiated starting salary may be considered for successful candidates. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Required Job Qualifications Instructor: + DVM or equivalent veterinary professional degree + Completion of an approved American College of Veterinary Surgeons ( ACVS ) or European College of Veterinary Surgeons ( ECVS ) surgical residency and eligibility to take the certification examination + Upon completion of achieving diplomate status, candidates will be eligible for promotion to Assistant Professor with a commensurate annualized salary increase + Eligibility for academic veterinary licensure in Colorado Assistant Professor: + DVM or equivalent veterinary professional degree + Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons ( ACVS ) or European College of Veterinary Surgeons ( ECVS ) + Eligibility for academic veterinary licensure in Colorado Associate Professor: + DVM or equivalent veterinary professional degree + Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons ( ACVS ) or European College of Veterinary Surgeons ( ECVS ) + 3-5 years of experience at Assistant Professor rank or equivalent in Veterinary Orthopedic Surgery + Eligibility for academic veterinary licensure in Colorado Full Professor: + DVM or equivalent veterinary professional degree + Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons ( ACVS ) or European College of Veterinary Surgeons ( ECVS ) + 3-5 years of experience at Associate Professor rank or equivalent in Veterinary Orthopedic Surgery + Eligibility for academic veterinary licensure in Colorado Preferred Job Qualifications Instructor/Assistant/Associate/Full Professor + Experience and interest in collaborative research + Experience in instruction of DVM students and post-graduate trainees in Veterinary Orthopedic Surgery + Demonstrated experience collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams Special Instructions to Applicants CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Applications should include: + a cover letter addressing the applicant’s qualifications, teaching, service and research experience and evidence of commitment to diversity and equity + curriculum vitae, and + name and contact information for three professional references. This posting will remain open until filled. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. Candidates will be considered for rank the committee deems appropriate unless an individual preference is indicated in the cover letter. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 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Search ContactSavannah Martin savannah.martin3@colostate.edu Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryTeaching/Advising/Mentoring Duty/Responsibility Instructor/Assistant/Associate/Full Professor + Clinical: Provide clinical instruction in veterinary orthopedic surgery to residents, and DVM students at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital ( VTH ) + Didactic: Provide lecture and laboratory instruction on topics related to Veterinary orthopedic surgery throughout the veterinary and post graduate curriculum Percentage Of Time35-45% Job Duty CategoryResearch/Scholarly Activity Duty/Responsibility Instructor/Assistant/Associate/Full Professor + Participte in collaborative research and published clinically focused manuscripts Percentage Of Time5-20% Job Duty CategoryService (Clinical & University/Professional)/Outreach Duty/Responsibility Instructor/Assistant/Associate/Full Professor + Clinical Service – Provide 30-34 weeks of clinical service in Veterinary Orthopedic service to clients of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital + Outreach: Provide phone and/or email consultation for veterinarians in Colorado and other states. Develop and participate in continuing education programs for veterinarians and client owners, both at Colorado State University and other locations + University/Professional Service: Participate in Departmental, College, and University committees as well as active participation in the organization and implementation of the goals for the Orthopedic Surgery team Percentage Of Time35-45% References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Resume or CV Optional Documents