Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor - Medical Imaging (Full or Part-Time)

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.