UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA CHAMPAIGN
DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY CLINICAL MEDICINE
Full-time, 100% (12-month basis) Tenure-Track or Clinical Track Assistant or Associate Professor in
Veterinary Small Animal Soft Tissue Surgery
Requirements: The successful candidate must have a DVM degree or equivalent and have achieved ACVS
board certification or completed residency training with credentials accepted by ACVS or ECVS. Preference
will be given to candidates with ACVS or ECVS certification, advanced degree(s), a track record in scholarship,
and/or prior research training.
Duties: The surgery program at the University of Illinois’ College of Veterinary Medicine is composed of a
highly productive and dynamic group of surgical specialists who have achieved excellence in the arenas of
comparative research, resident instruction, and the quality practice of cutting-edge diagnostics and surgical
therapy for companion animals.
Upon joining our team of 3 board-certified surgeons, the successful candidate will provide clinical service in
veterinary small animal soft tissue surgery, contribute to clinical instruction of surgical residents, interns and
veterinary students, and communicate effectively with clients and primary veterinarians. Additionally, the
University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine has invested in development of a minimally invasive small
animal surgery program with additional focus on interventional radiology and endoscopy procedures, and
candidates with these interests are also encouraged to apply. The University of Illinois is highly focused on
faculty development, growth, and success and is committed to providing support for equipment and training to
candidates with special interests or skills.
Teaching responsibilities will include didactic, small group and laboratory instruction of veterinary and graduate
students. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in clinically and scientifically relevant research
projects, and candidates interested in collaborative research will find ample opportunities to partner within our
thriving faculty as well as with scientific investigators on our main campus. Our veterinarians have been integral
in the creation of the new Carle-Illinois College of Medicine- the world’s first engineering-based college of
medicine- leveraging advanced technology to train physician-innovators to deliver better, more compassionate
and accessible care to patients worldwide. Outlets for research and clinical productivity abound, and
opportunities for advancing the fields of veterinary medicine and translational medicine are plentiful.
The University of Illinois Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital is a full-service facility with 8 newly
constructed and equipped, state-of-the-art surgical suites with fluoroscopic capabilities. Equipment to perform
thoracoscopy and laparoscopy and other endoscopic procedures including harmonic scalpel, Ligasure®, and
laser-assisted surgical and endoscopic systems are also available. On-site services include digital radiography,
128 slice-computed tomography, 3T MRI, radiation therapy, dual energy X-Ray absorptiometry (DEXA), gait
analysis, and physical rehabilitation. Percent time dedicated to teaching, scholarly activities, and clinical service
will be based on the successful candidate’s appointment title.
Professional opportunities: The University of Illinois has a tradition of excellence as a Land Grant University
and a Tier One Research University. The College of Veterinary Medicine is lauded for our unique, clinically
integrated professional veterinary curriculum and is supported by innovators in teaching, learning, course
design, continuing education, and medical illustration. The College is also focused on advancing clinical,
applied, and translational research efforts across the college and university by developing quality relationships
with world-class scientists and investigators. With these resources, the motivated candidate will find significant
opportunity and support to craft a fulfilling and rewarding career.
Our faculty and staff provide broad public engagement through operation of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, a
regional primary and referral care center for the delivery of state-of-the art veterinary medical services. The
Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine features modern research and animal care facilities and has recently
completed an exciting, large-scale expansion of our surgical corridor, anesthesia suite, emergency services,
intensive care unit, internal medicine areas, and client waiting and consultation areas. Our faculty conduct
discovery and provide instruction and service relevant to companion animals, horses, food and fiber animals,
exotic animals, wildlife, and zoological species. We are dedicated not only to animal health and welfare, but also
to the improved understanding of the human-animal bond, food production systems, and ecosystem health. The
University of Illinois is a premier public research university and is gaining recognition for its uniquely
multidisciplinary and highly collaborative research environment.
Personal opportunities: Urbana-Champaign offers the residential advantages of a medium-sized university
city, including a rich experience of farm-to-table cuisine, music, art, all-season outdoor activities, and other life
enriching opportunities. In 2010, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign received top rankings by
Harvard University’s Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education for its pre-tenure practices
promoting work and home balance.
Salary: Commensurate with applicant’s experience and qualifications.
Starting date: January 16, 2025
Application procedures: Applicants may be interviewed prior to the closing date; however, no hiring decision
will be made until after that date. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Please
create your candidate profile through https://jobs.illinois.edu/
Candidates are required to upload all application materials, including a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and names with email contact information of at least three references by October 15, 2024. The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered. Additional information about the position may be obtained by contacting:
Dr. Annette McCoy, Chair, Search Committee
Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine
University of Illinois
1008 West Hazelwood Drive
Urbana, IL 61802-4714
217-265-0241
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
