Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor - Medical Imaging (Full or Part-Time)
Company: University of Minnesota
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: January 23, 2023
Job Description:
Apply for JobJob ID351828
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilyAcademic
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code9403
Employee ClassInstr Fac/TC and Coord Cmp
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The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine
(UMN-CVM) is invested in supporting and expanding academic
radiology. To help you to achieve your career goals and find the
needed balance to pursue your passions in clinical care, research,
and teaching, we are pleased to offer flexible work arrangements
and significant benefits, including:
Part-time or full-time position with
a flexible work schedule Ability to participate as a contract
teleradiologist for salary augmentation Negotiable percentage of
time allocated for clinical service, research, and teaching Ability
to transfer clinical overload to locum and teleradiologists to
ensure work/life balance Signing bonus and reimbursement for moving
expenses Exceptional employee benefits package including health
care and retirement plans Collaborative opportunities within the
health sciences No on-call, weekend, or holiday shiftsWe have
immediate openings for multiple radiologists to join our Medical
Imaging team to advance patient care, participate in cutting-edge
research, and train the next generation of veterinary imaging
professionals. This position offers an excellent opportunity to
develop a rewarding career in a supportive, collaborative,
multi-specialty teaching hospital. You will have access to
state-of-the-art imaging equipment, experienced support staff, and
collegial colleagues. Successful candidates will join an
enthusiastic, cohesive, and patient-care oriented Medical Imaging
team that is looking to expand and is currently composed of an
experienced ACVR board-certified radiologist, PhD MRI research
scientist, medical imaging supervisor, eight dedicated imaging
technicians, and a PACS administrator.Position:The UMN is offering
an outstanding opportunity for full or part time faculty positions
in Medical Imaging at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full
Professor. Rank will be dependent upon qualifications and
experience. For an individual with the appropriate background, a
tenure-track position is available.Position Description:Successful
candidates will work with the Medical Imaging team to advance
exceptional clinical care, teaching, and research. Responsibilities
upon hire will include: clinical service of small and large animal
diagnostic radiology and contrast procedures, small animal
ultrasonography, CT, MRI, nuclear scintigraphy, and consultations
to clinical faculty and house officers; clinical instruction to
interns, residents, and professional students; and personal
development and discipline/non-discipline related service to the
UMN-CVM and other professional organizations. The percentage of
time allocated for clinical service, teaching, and research is
negotiable depending on the candidate's professional goals and
experience. The option to participate in teleradiology consulting
is negotiable.Clinical Opportunities:The UMN Veterinary Medical
Center (VMC) is a tertiary referral service hospital with
specialists in most disciplines. The VMC is one of the nation's
most prominent academic veterinary centers serving the Midwestern
States and Central Canada. Clinicians provide top-tier innovative
care advancing the fields of radiation and medical oncology,
neurology, interventional radiology, interventional cardiology,
surgery, and other areas of veterinary medicine. Clinical
collaborations with specialists from the School of Medicine and
associated medical centers are common.The hospital is well-equipped
with state-of-the-art imaging equipment, including:
Siemens Prisma 3T MRI system with
full advanced imaging and research capabilities Siemens Drive
dual-source 128-slice CT with cardiac gating (to be installed 2023)
Two Samsung RS80A and one Toshiba Aplio 500 ultrasound units Vet
Ray and Philips DR and Kodak CR Philips ProxiDiagnost N90 digital
fluoroscopy NuCam gamma camera with Mirage softwareAdditionally,
the Equine Center is equipped with:
Hallmarq's Standing Equine MRI Asto's
Equina Standing CT Eklin and VetRocket DR and Kodak CRPET-CT is
available at the nearby on-campus .The diagnostic radiology aspects
have been structured around Carestream PACS, which is fully
integrated with Nuance PowerScribe 360 speech recognition
capabilities. Research Opportunities:Successful applicants will
have the opportunity to participate in independent and/or
collaborative research that advances basic, translational, and/or
clinical medical imaging and its applications. The UMN Veterinary
Medical Center (VMC) recently installed a state-of-the-art Siemens
Prisma 3T MRI scanner with full research and advanced imaging
capabilities. This system allows investigators to leverage the
strengths of the UMN , one of the top MRI research centers in the
world. Our Medical Imaging team includes a faculty MRI research
scientist whose provides opportunities for MRI research
collaboration and training. The VMC will be installing a
state-of-the-art dual-source Siemens Drive CT scanner in 2023. This
system will advance collaborative research in cardiology and
radiation oncology. Other new, major research equipment in the VMC
includes an interventional radiology suite and a to-be-installed
Varian Edge linear accelerator. The VMC has also invested in
ultrasound equipment with elastography, contrast ultrasound, and
image fusion capabilities. These major investments in research
infrastructure have been supported by the CVM, Medical School, and
the Office for Vice President of Research, with the goal of
advancing comparative research to benefit both animals and
people.Imaging of animals at the VMC and other sites on campus is
facilitated by the and . CIC supports preclinical and clinical
imaging studies with technical infrastructure, budgeting
assistance, and study coordination according to GCP and GLP
guidelines. RAR provides support for laboratory animal research,
including rodent studies.There are numerous opportunities for
cooperative, team science-based research at the UMN outside the
CVM, including the , , , , , and . Numerous intramural and
extramural funding opportunities are available, including (but not
limited to) the Comparative Medicine Signature Program, CVM
Resident and Graduate Student Grants program, Masonic Cancer Center
funding opportunities, K and R Scholar Development Grants, , and
UMN-Mayo Clinic Partnership Program. The CVM has pre-award grant
specialists to help you prepare and submit grant
applications.Teaching Opportunities & Professional
Development:Faculty are expected to participate in teaching and/or
mentoring activities for interns, residents, DVM, and graduate
students. Support and instruction for teaching is provided by the
CVM Academic and Student Affairs Office and the Center for
Educational Innovation (including the Early Career Teaching and
Learning Program). For faculty with a focus on teaching, there are
several applied research opportunities in the Scholarship of
Teaching and Learning (SoTL) that aid in assessing the impact of
new and innovative teaching practices. Leadership, communication,
and other professional development training is also available
across campus.Working Here:Driven to Discover: The University of
Minnesota is the state's land-grant university and one of the most
prestigious public research universities in the nation. The CVM is
part of the University of Minnesota Health Sciences Education
Center, which unites and facilitates clinical, research, and
teaching collaboration with the colleges of Medicine, Public
Health, Dentistry, Nursing, and Pharmacy. The institution also
includes an NIH-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a world
class Center for Magnetic Resonance Research. There are multiple
opportunities and support for intramural and extramural competitive
grant applications. The College is committed to supporting
professional development while encouraging work-life balance. To
find out why discoveries unfold, breakthroughs happen, and the
future is being made at the U of M, go to our . Living Here: The
Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area has a population of over 3.2
million and is a dynamic place to live with all the amenities,
cultural resources, and recreational opportunities that a big city
has to offer. Minnesota is ranked the #2 state in the country by
based on health care, education, economy, infrastructure,
opportunity, fiscal stability, crime and corrections, and natural
environment. Minnesota consistently is rated one of the healthiest
places to live in the United States, with abundant urban green
space and an extensive network of trails for walking, running, and
cycling. To learn more about our beautiful twin cities and the
state the University of Minnesota calls home, visit and . Career
Development: At the University of Minnesota and within the College
of Veterinary Medicine, career and professional development
opportunities are exceptional and include mentorship programs,
promotional pathways, and continuing professional education funding
and dedicated time (10 days/year) to take advantage of our
resources to advance and expand your career. Salary & Benefits:
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate's
experience and qualifications. The University of Minnesota provides
a generous benefits package covering medical and dental coverage,
basic life insurance, sick leave, 22 days of vacation, 11 holidays,
10 CE days, faculty retirement plan (with 10% University
contribution), and an academic disability program. Additional
benefits include reimbursement for moving expenses, a wellness
program, health care and dependent daycare flexible spending
accounts, disability coverage, tuition benefits, and voluntary
retirement plans. For more detailed information related to our
benefits plan, please visit University of Minnesota . You may also
be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan
Forgiveness Program. For more information about this program, go to
the . Start Date: Starting date is negotiable based upon the
availability of the successful applicant and program needs. Review
of applications begins immediately and continues until suitable
candidates are identified.
Qualifications
Requirements:DVM/VMD or equivalent veterinary degree. Preference
will be given to individuals who are board-certified by the
American College of Veterinary Radiology or European College of
Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging. However, board-eligible applicants
who will have successfully completed a Radiology/Imaging residency
by the employment start date are also encouraged to apply. The
applicant must be eligible for Minnesota state veterinary faculty
licensure.
About the Department
The Veterinary Clinical Sciences Department provides instruction to
veterinary students, interns, residents, and graduate students. We
also improve the health of companion animals by educating
veterinarians, providing medical and surgical services, and
generating new knowledge through clinical
research.TeachingVeterinary Clinical Sciences faculty members are
responsible for a significant portion of the clinical training
program for third- and fourth-year veterinary students, as well as
small animal internship and residency programs. Faculty members
also participate in the veterinary medicine and comparative and
molecular biosciences graduate programs.ResearchFaculty and staff
are actively involved in clinical and basic research, as well as
specialized programs such as the Animal Cancer Care and Research
program, Minnesota Urolith Center, and Surgical Research
Laboratory. Research efforts are supported by the Clinical
Investigation Center, which coordinates clinical
trials.ServiceVeterinary Clinical Sciences faculty members provide
clinical services in the Veterinary Medical Center and offer
consultations and continuing education programs for practicing
veterinarians in the community.
Benefits
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate's
experience and qualifications. The University of Minnesota provides
a generous benefits package covering medical and dental coverage,
basic life insurance, sick leave, 22 days of vacation, 11 holidays,
10 CE days, faculty retirement plan (with 10% University
contribution), and an academic disability program. Additional
benefits include reimbursement for moving expenses, a wellness
program, health care and dependent daycare flexible spending
accounts, disability coverage, tuition benefits, and voluntary
retirement plans. For more detailed information related to our
benefits plan, please visit University of Minnesota . You may also
be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan
Forgiveness Program. For more information about this program, go to
the .
How To Apply
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.
Please include: a letter of intent
highlighting the special interest for the position, related
qualifications, and career goals; curriculum vitae; and a list of 3
individuals who will be providing letters of reference (along with
their contact information) knowledgeable of the applicant's
experience and capabilities.Please do not hesitate to contact the
Search Committee Chair, Dr. Casey Johnson (john5037@umn.edu) if you
have any questions.This position will remain open until filled.To
request an accommodation during the application process, please
e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity
and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its
employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is
committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying
identities and backgrounds.The University of Minnesota provides
equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and
employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national
origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance
status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or
gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:
http://diversity.umn.edu.
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful
completion of a background check. Our presumption is that
prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal
convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from
employment.
Please note: All employees at the University of Minnesota are
required to comply with the University's Administrative Policy:
COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Protocol by either providing proof
of being fully vaccinated on their first day of employment, or
complete a request for an exemption for medical exemption or
religious reasons. To learn more please visit:
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)The University of
Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research
universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and
professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and
research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant,
diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in
Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with
world-renowned health centers, international corporations,
government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service
organizations.
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