Your next career opportunity awaits at LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. One of only 33 veterinary schools in the United States, LSU Vet Med is experiencing unprecedented growth as we seek to improve and protect the lives of animals and people through superior education, transformational research, and compassionate care. We are dedicated to building a premier team of world-renowned clinicians, educators, and researchers to provide an elite healthcare experience in Louisiana and the region. This is where science meets passion and global health prevails. We hope you will join us as we explore what is possible.
LSU has openings for clinical or tenure-track ECC Faculty.
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at Louisiana State University is searching for a veterinarian to provide service in small animal emergency and critical care in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital at the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. This faculty position will participate in training of Residents, Interns, and veterinary students within the Emergency & Critical Care Unit. This faculty position will also participate in scholarly activities within the Veterinary Clinical Sciences Department and Emergency & Critical Care Unit.
Clinical Track Position Requirements
70% - Provide clinical expertise and deliver emergency and critical care services for all species.
30% -Scholarly activity to include teaching and research. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Assistant Professor: DVM or equivalent and must have successfully completed a residency training program accredited by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care and must be eligible for board certification by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care or the European Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society (EVECCS).
Associate Professor: DVM or equivalent with 5 years of related research/teaching/clinical experience & must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care or the European Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society (EVECCS).
Full Professor: DVM or equivalent with 8 years of experience & must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care or the European Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society (EVECCS).
Minimum Certifications/Licenses:
Board certification or eligible to take ACVS-SA surgery Boards.
Eligible to obtain a faculty license for the State of Louisiana.
Tenure Track Position Requirements:
50% - Provide clinical expertise and deliver emergency and critical care services for all species.
50% - Scholarly activity to include teaching and research. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Assistant Professor: DVM or equivalent and must have successfully completed a residency training program accredited by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care and must be eligible for board certification by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care or the European Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society (EVECCS).
Associate Professor: DVM or equivalent with 5 years of related research/teaching/clinical experience & must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care or the European Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society (EVECCS).
Full Professor: DVM or equivalent with 8 years of experience & must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care or the European Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society (EVECCS).
Minimum Certifications/Licenses:
Board certification or eligible to take ACVS-SA surgery Boards.
Eligible to obtain a faculty license for the State of Louisiana.
Preferred Qualifications (all ranks & academic appointments):
Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care (ACVECC)
Special or Physical Qualifications (all ranks & academic appointments):
Required to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Availability to work 8-10 hour shifts.
Per LSU PS 18- This position is a part of the Emergency Response Personnel - these personnel are linked with the hospital during any emergency response event and are expected to report in and perform as outlined in the emergency response plan.
This position is subject to oversight and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. Requires working with or around areas with hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases.
Required to be capable of lifting more than 50 pounds, standing, sitting or walking for prolonged periods, able to reach below and above shoulder, vision (near sight), vision (far sight), pull/push, grasp, kneel or sit on the floor, bending, squatting, and/or twisting.
Due to the nature of this position and/or responsibilities, this position is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with LSU PS 67.
To learn more about LSU Vet Med and Baton Rouge, please visit the links below:
About Baton Rouge, Louisiana:
The LSU campus is located in beautiful Baton Rouge, a vibrant and growing metropolitan area with over 300 years of history. Enjoy amazing culinary experiences, unique architecture, a thriving arts scene, unparalleled musical performances, thrilling sporting events, vibrant festivals and celebrations, and southern hospitality at its finest.
We are just an hour’s drive from the international city of New Orleans, the home of Mardi Gras, jazz music, and restaurants that are among the finest in the world. We are surrounded by natural beauty that is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy a short trip to the shores of the Gulf of Mexico for beautiful beaches, or explore the bayous of the Atchafalaya Basin, a vast natural wonder with a storied past. A world of new experiences awaits you in the heart of Louisiana.
We teach. We heal. We discover. We protect. Join us at LSU Vet Med as we make a profound difference in global health!
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.