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Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a faculty position in Small Animal Surgery. This appointment can be tenure-track or non-tenure-track, depending on the goals of the applicant. This is a full-time position at the rank assistant, associate or full professor dependent on the applicant’s experience. The successful candidate will provide clinical services for small animal patients in the Companion Animal Clinic and will participate in the surgical, client communications, and clinical anatomy courses within the DVM curriculum.

We are seeking a faculty member who is excited about participating in the growth of a young veterinary college and having a role in shaping its teaching and clinical programs. Evidence of interest and experience in research will be considered an asset.

The following qualifications are required:

• DVM or equivalent degree
• Arizona State Veterinary License
• Board certification (or eligibility) by ACVS or ECVS
• Evidence of excellent clinical and communication skills
• A strong commitment to meeting the needs of students, and an understanding of student-centered learning
• Collaborative mindset to foster a team-approach to teaching and service

The following qualifications are desirable but not required

• MS or PhD degree in a relevant field of study
• Additional advanced training in a small animal clinical field

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and professional education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses -- one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,700 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in veterinary medicine, osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, and biomedical sciences. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth. The presence of veterinary medicine on the Glendale campus provides an excellent opportunity to train students following the principles of One Health at Arizona’s first veterinary college. The MWU-CVM has received full accreditation by the AVMA Council on Education, and graduated its fifth class in May of 2021.

The CVM is housed in Cactus Wren Hall and in the Animal Health Institute. Cactus Wren Hall is a new facility with ample classrooms, teaching laboratories, research laboratories, conference rooms, and offices. The Animal Health Institute is comprised of the Companion Animal Clinic, the Equine and Bovine Center, and the Pathology Laboratory. The Companion Animal Clinic is a modern and innovative veterinary hospital for small animals. The 110,000 sq. ft. building contains state-of-the-art surgical, dental, and intensive care facilities, and is equipped with digital radiography, fluoroscopy, C-arm, 32-slice CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and arthroscopy equipment. Additional patient services include medical oncology, neurology, physical therapy, cardiology, dialysis, therapeutic plasma exchange and a blood bank. The clinic also offers full-service clinical pathology and microbiology laboratories. In addition to outstanding clinical facilities and equipment, the Companion Animal Clinic houses a pharmacy, a large and well-equipped surgery teaching laboratory, simulated examination rooms for clinical communications training using standardized clients/patients, and ample conference and small-group meeting rooms. Full service clinical pathology and clinical microbiology laboratories are housed in the clinic building. Adjacent to the Companion Animal Clinic is the Equine and Bovine Center, which houses large animal teaching and treatment facilities, and small herds of cattle and horses. The Diagnostic Pathology Center offers a full range of anatomical pathology and forensic pathology services and contains ample teaching spaces.

We are seeking a faculty member who is excited about being involved in a new veterinary college and influencing its clinical and teaching programs. Providing excellent patient care, and training day-one ready, competent, confident graduates are our top priorities. Evidence of interest and experience in research will be considered an asset. If you would like to learn more about this position or about the CVM, please submit your letter of intent and application through Midwestern University’s online job board:

1. In the Quick Links section, select “Employment at MWU”
2. Select “View Current Job Openings”
3. Select “Faculty” for job category and “Arizona Campus” for location
4. Note that although faculty positions are usually listed as Assistant Professor, initial appointment at a higher rank is  possible based on the academic experience of the applicant.
5. Your online application should include a letter of intent and a curriculum vitae with the names and contact information (including email addresses) of at least three professional references.

For more information, please contact:

Mark Acierno, DVM, MBA, DACVIM
Chair, Department of Specialty Medicine
macier@midwestern.edu

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws, including 41 C.F.R. 60-1.4(a), 250.5(a), 300.5(a) and 741.5(a). Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).  Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.