Comparative Ophthalmology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
Working/Functional Title
Comparative Ophthalmology
Position Summary
The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University, invites applications for a Health Programs (HP) Faculty Appointment position in Comparative Ophthalmology. HP appointments are unique to Michigan State University Colleges of Human, Osteopathic, Veterinary Medicine, and Nursing and were created to enhance programs in clinical education, patient care services, and clinical research. HP faculty appointed in the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences typically have 50-70% clinical assignments devoted to clinical and pre-clinical instruction, patient care services, and the general administrative efforts of the Department and College. In addition, HP faculty are expected to be active in research and other scholarly endeavors. The HP position is a multi-year renewable appointment. This appointment is available at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank depending on qualifications and experience. A complete description of the Michigan State University HP system is available at https://hr.msu.edu/policies-procedures/faculty-academic-staff/health-programs-faculty-handbook/index.html.
The successful candidate will be integral to the continuing excellence of the Comparative Veterinary Ophthalmology service at Michigan State University and will join an existing team of three full-time faculty (2 ACVO diplomates and 1 ECVO diplomate) in Ophthalmology, 3 residents and 2 VOTS nurses. The ophthalmology caseload is high volume and diverse. In addition to dogs, cats and horses, the service sees a large variety of exotic species and wildlife from zoos throughout the state. The Veterinary Medical Center (VMC) is a modern, fully-equipped facility with extensive therapeutic and diagnostic equipment. The VMC provides outstanding, dedicated veterinary technician support and superb facilities, including in excess of 30 examination rooms (4 devoted to Ophthalmology), 12 operating suites (1 dedicated to Ophthalmology), an intensive/critical care unit, a nursing unit, a complete diagnostic imaging and a radiation therapy facility. The Opthalmology Service service is complemented by a state-of-the-art diagnostic suite containing numerous imaging (2 digital video indirect headsets, RetCam video ophthalmoscope) and ultrasound modalities, in addition to, electrodiagnostic/OCT equipment (Roland Consult). Furthermore, the service has access to a 64-slice helical CT scanner and a 1.5 Tesla MRI (new 3T unit is on order). Within the college, the MSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has a comparative ocular pathology service with in-house access to a broad range of techniques including digital imaging, immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, laser capture microdissection, PARR testing, and (soon) next generation sequencing capabilities. Collaborative research opportunities and access to animal models of glaucoma and various retinal diseases are available through the well-funded, extensively equipped comparative ophthalmology laboratories.
Michigan State University has outstanding college-based and university-wide basic and translational research programs that provide ample opportunity for collaborative research with faculty of the College of Veterinary Medicine, and with those of the two human medical schools on campus. Additional opportunities for collaboration exist with investigators at the Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering, Precision Health, and a new Center of Excellence in Imaging and Image-Guided Therapies. Such activities are encouraged at both the Departmental and College level, and support is available for grant writing, locating external funding resources, and processing grant submissions. Internal funding opportunities are also available through endowed research funds. The College of Veterinary Medicine has active faculty development and mentorship programs to facilitate career progression.
Applicants must have a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree, with an area of study in Veterinary Ophthalmology, and be eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Michigan (limited academic licensure is available). The appointment requires board certification, or eligibility for certification, by the American Board of Veterinary Ophthalmologists. The candidate should have excellent communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with other faculty and staff. Outstanding clinical service and surgical skills in veterinary ophthalmology, outreach, consultation, and case management are also expected. Applicants interested in the tenure system appointment should have a track record of training and experience in hypothesis-driven science, preferably with evidence of independence to include extramural funding.
Required Application Materials:
Letter of Intent/Cover Letter:
A letter of intent highlighting specific strengths related to this position, overall related qualifications, experience, accomplishments and career goals. For tenured and continuing system positions, include research interests and funding history.
Curriculum Vitae/Resume:
Your most recently updated CV
References:
Full names and contact information
(phone/email) of three (3) individuals to serve as professional references.
Teaching Philosophy
Diversity Statement:
Statement on your commitment to diversity.
Diversity is defined as the state or quality of being different and as individuals we are all uniquely different. To be an inclusive campus is to respect and value differences. We embrace people from all backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints.
Interested individuals wishing more information are invited and encouraged to contact Dr. Matthew Beal by email, [email protected].
Michigan State University is located on one of the nation's largest and most beautiful campuses, and the University is home to a diverse community of dedicated students and scholars, athletes and artists, scientists, teachers and leaders. East Lansing’s collegiate atmosphere is complimented by low cost of living with convenient access to large cultural centers such as Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Detroit, and Chicago. East Lansing and surrounding communities provide excellent public school systems. In addition, Michigan, the Great Lakes State, with its numerous inland lakes and rivers, state and national parks, national lakeshores, world-class golf courses, and ample snowfall offers a broad variety of seasonal outdoor recreational activities. Visit the Pure Michigan© website https://www.michigan.org/ for more details.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The mission of the college is to be inclusive as we learn, discover, heal and protect. We, as a College, aim to identify, attract, and retain talented students, faculty, and staff reflective of the diversity of the populations in our state, the nation, and the world. Our academic, scholarly, and service roles, considered separately and collectively, form the foundation of an inclusive culture that is committed to respecting, nurturing, and advancing all individuals.
CVM Core Value of Diversity
We are committed to promoting the principles of equal opportunity and multiculturalism where all individuals are valued, respected, provided opportunity to flourish and open doors in their pursuit of excellence. We encourage and welcome our community to share ideas with us surrounding opportunities to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The College's vision is to be the destination for teaching, innovation, care, and service. Six goals, backed by specific strategies, guide our organization as we move forward. Read more at https://cvm.msu.edu/about/strategic-planning-2021-26/goals to learn about the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine’s goals, strategies and progress.
Michigan State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Michigan State University is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Other -DVM/VMD or equivalent degree
Minimum Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree
- Eligibility for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Michigan (Clinical Academic Limited licensure and Controlled Substance licensure are available)
- Board certification, or eligibility for certification, by the American Board of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with other faculty and staff
- Outstanding clinical service and surgical skills in veterinary ophthalmology, outreach, consultation, and case management
Required Application Materials
Letter of Intent/Cover Letter:
A letter of intent highlighting specific strengths related to this position, overall related qualifications, experience, accomplishments and career goals. For tenured and continuing system positions, include research interests and funding history.
Curriculum Vitae/Resume:
Your most recently updated CV
References:
Full names and contact information
(phone/email) of three (3) individuals to serve as professional references.
Teaching Philosophy
Diversity Statement:
Statement on your commitment to diversity.
Diversity is defined as the state or quality of being different and as individuals we are all uniquely different. To be an inclusive campus is to respect and value differences. We embrace people from all backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints.
Together-we-will Statement
The university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/
Special Instructions
Interested individuals wishing more information are invited and encouraged to contact Dr. Matthew Beal by email, [email protected].
Review of Applications Begins On
01/16/2023
Summary of Health Risks
- Work with animals or unfixed animal tissue.
Website
https://cvm.msu.edu/scs
Department Statement
We believe veterinarians make the world a better place. The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences (SCS) is committed to educating the next generation of veterinary professionals, conducting research that improves the lives of animals and humans, and bringing our skills and knowledge together to provide the best clinical services available.
The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences offers graduate programs through the Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology program, a residency program, a DVM degree, a veterinary technician program, and specialty continuing education for practicing veterinarians.
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.