Open Rank Zoo Med Faculty Search

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

The Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery comprises approximately 50 faculty members, 51 clinical residents, ten rotating interns, seven specialty interns, and three administrative staff members. Shared laboratory space and technical support are provided within the Department, and there are six dedicated research technicians who assist in the research missions of the Department's faculty. Other specialties within the Department include anesthesia, emergency/critical care, internal medicine, neurology, nutrition, medical and radiation oncology, ophthalmology, orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, radiology, dermatology, and a community practice program ( UGA Pet Health Center). The Department participates in the college-wide M.S. and Ph.D. programs. Members of the Department also actively participate in highly successful collaborative efforts with faculty members from other departments within the college and other colleges on campus, including the College of Public Health, College of Engineering, and the Athens campus of the Medical College of Georgia. The Department has a strong teaching, research, and clinical service track record.

The Veterinary Teaching Hospital is a state-of-the-art tertiary referral
center and is well equipped with dedicated avian, herpetological, small mammal, and wildlife hospitalization facilities; digital radiography, fluoroscopy, ultrasonography, 128 slice CT, nuclear scintigraphy, 3T and 7T MRI; chemotherapy and linear accelerator; flexible and rigid diagnostic and surgical endoscopy; microsurgery, radiosurgery, Nd- YAG, diode and CO2 lasers; large pharmacy staffed by qualified pharmacists; and access to all major veterinary specialties. In addition, there is a fully accredited clinical pathology lab on site and a state licensed diagnostic lab on campus. Daytime and after-hours emergencies are seen by the emergency service, with support from the zoological medicine resident and faculty, and transferred to the zoological medicine service the following morning. The zoological medicine service is integrated into the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and enjoys a collegial working relationship with all major specialties. A video tour of the hospital and zoological medicine service is available ( https://tinyurl.com/ZOOLOGICALMEDICINE).

The University of Georgia, the nation's first chartered state-supported university, is a research-intensive land grant and sea grant university situated in the vibrant college town of Athens. Only an hour from Atlanta, Athens is a progressive university town with a rich history, and is centered among beautiful surrounding landscapes. The area abounds in local music, art, literature, and theatre, and hosts many performances by national and international touring artists. The cost of living in Athens compares favorably with much of the country, ranking lower than the U.S. average ( http://athensclarkecounty.com/82/Accolades and http://www.bestplaces.net/city/georgia/athens-clarke_county). Additional information about the Athens area can be found http://www. visitathensga.com/ and http://athensclarkecounty.com/82/Accolades.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit the following items: (1) a letter of intent including professional interests and career goals, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the name, mailing address, and contact information for three professional references.

Questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. Jane Quandt, Search Committee Chairperson, by email (quand003@uga.edu) or telephone (706-202-5707). All applications received on or before January 15, 2025, will be fully considered; applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The successful candidate's employment starting date is negotiable; the position is available April 1, 2025. As required by the University of Georgia policy, the successful candidate will be subject to a background investigation.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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