About the role
Position Function
The Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a clinical-track faculty position in Veterinary Neurology at the rank of Clinical Instructor I. We seek a collaborative neurologist who is excited to join a growth-oriented team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and education of students, interns, and residents. The successful candidate will work alongside talented specialists, residents, interns, and students while contributing to the continued expansion of neurological services and helping drive the future of veterinary neurologist. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop areas of neurological expertise, influence clinical decision-making across multiple specialties, and make a lasting impact on veterinary education and patient care within a supportive academic environment.
With substantial investments in renovation and expansion of the Small Animal Hospital, this is an exciting time to join a program poised for continued growth and increased regional impact. This position is running concurrently with PARFs 508856 & 508905 with the intent to only hire one position.
In addition to salary, Mississippi State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with an estimated value of approximately 40% of salary. Benefits for eligible employees include paid holidays, annual leave that increases with years of service, health insurance options, and generous University contributions toward retirement. Eligible employees and their dependents may also receive a 50% reduction in undergraduate tuition. With appropriate prior approval, employees in 1.0 FTE positions may be permitted to engage in consulting activities for up to two days per month that follows the guidelines of MSU Policy HRM 60.415. Learn more about MSU’s employee benefits and programs: https://www.hrm.msstate.edu/benefits
Salary Grade: UC
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Area of Specialization
Veterinary Neurology
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching responsibilities involve didactic teaching and clinical training of professional students, technology students, and interns. Service responsibilities involve clinical case management, rotating emergency duty, and consultation with private practitioners. Clinical duties in Neurology will be shared with other faculty members.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified candidate must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (or equivalent). Ability to obtain Iicensure with the Mississippi Board of Veterinary Medicine is expected.
Preferred Qualifications
Enrolled in a current American College of Veterinary Neurology residency
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent telephone and email communication skills, especially related to client service.
Must be capable of working in a team environment comprised of doctors, staff, and students to provide veterinary care of patients and aid in the instruction of veterinary students and veterinary technology students.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Job frequently requires walking, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands. Job requires standing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Instructions for Applying
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu. Applicants should also submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts with Social Security Number's redacted, and the complete contact information of at least 3 professional references to Dr. Andrew Mackin, Head, Department of Clinical Sciences, Wise Center, PO Box 6100, Mississippi State, MS 39762.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.
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