Faculty Tenure/Clinical Track @ Ohio State University

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Job Title:

Faculty Tenure/Clinical Track – Cardiology

Department:

Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary Clinical Sciences

Clinical faculty (regardless of rank) - faculty positions within the university that are not tenure track and not eligible for tenure; on a fixed term contract. Persons with the title of professor-clinical, associate professor-clinical, assistant professor-clinical and instructor-clinical. Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with the workload guidelines laid out in the pattern of administration of each faculty department and, as appropriate, regional campus; Clinical faculty are teacher/practitioners and will be engaged primarily in teaching activities. These faculty normally have earned doctorate or other terminal degree in the relevant field or equivalent experience.

Additional Information:

Position Overview

The Ohio State University Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences invites applications for a full-time, tenure or clinical-track faculty position in Cardiology. The successful candidate will join an internationally recognized clinical, teaching, and research program that includes two faculty cardiologists, three cardiology residents, two experienced technicians, and a Cardiology-dedicated liaison who support the Cardiology clinic and the cardiac catheterization suite. The program is centered in a comprehensive teaching hospital and referral center with an annual caseload of over 39,000. Cardiology workspaces include a brand-new Cardiology Clinic Teaching space with 2 adjacent Echo Labs, an upcomingstate-of-the-art interventional medicine suite, a Clinical Cardiology Research Laboratory, and an adjacent student learning center (LCR).

Faculty members share clinical responsibilities. Although the majority of the clinical practice involves dogs and cats, the Cardiology service also evaluates heart and vascular diseases in horses, alpacas, and food animals in collaboration with colleagues in the Equine and Large-Animal hospitals. Extensive collaboration among faculty and residents in all clinical specialties results in a vibrant clinical arena that offers truly comprehensive care to veterinary patients with a stimulating practice environment.

Extensive resources are available to support both clinical and research activities in Cardiology. These include: two high-end digital echocardiographic systems (two Vivid E95 with XD Clear technology, raw data storage, and 4D imaging and transesophageal echocardiography) and a Vivid-q system (for bed-side echo); four integrated GE echocardiographic workstations (EchoPacs) with advanced digital applications; C-arm fluoroscopy (GE OEC9900) for cardiac catheterization and interventional procedures; digital and analog hemodynamic monitoring equipment; equipment for cardiac pacing (Medronic and Dextronic permanent pacing systems, temporary pacing systems, a Lifepack® 15 for transcutaneous pacing, electrical defibrillation, and hemodynamic recordings, and equipment for transvenous cardioversion in horses); full surface and Holter-Event ECG equipment, and a fully digital hospital information system (ezyVet) with medical record search capabilities. Other relevant hospital resources include digital radiography; on-site ultrafast 128 slice spiral CT and 3T-MRI; PET-CT; nuclear medicine; and videobronchoscopy. Cardiology works closely with our in-house soft-tissue surgeons as well as pediatric interventional cardiologist from Nationwide Children’s Hospital to perform hybrid and cutting-edge procedures. There are pathology and clinical pathology services available on-site. The OSU Library System includes extensive digital resources as well as Veterinary College and Health Sciences Libraries.

Clinical and classroom teaching are a priority of the Cardiology Service with each team member actively involved in both professional and post-graduate education. Faculty teaching responsibilities include in-person and remote didactic teaching, labs, and clinical teaching ofCardiology to professional students, interns, and residents. Faculty members are expected to participate in professional outreach, committee service, and curriculum development.

Individualized clinical percentage is available depending on candidate’s desires with regards to clinics and research as well as service needs, allowing sufficient off-clinic time for collaborative research, grant writing, publication, faculty development, and continuing education. There is a mentoring program in place for new faculty members to support their academic development as teachers and clinical scientists.

Performance Objectives

TEACHING DUTIES

Clinical, didactic, and laboratory teaching of professional students, residents and interns in the Cardiology Service, in conjunction with the diagnosis and treatment of patients presented to the OSU Veterinary Medical Center.

CLINICAL SERVICE AND OUTREACH DUTIES

All aspects of patient care associated with a busy cardiology practice, including: patient management, client care, communication with referring DVMs, consulting with colleagues, medical record keeping on your cases, professional development, and participation in public relations activities.

RESEARCH AND SCHOLARLY DUTIES

Use of scheduled off-clinic time for preparing teaching materials, conducting clinical research, writing for publication, and other scholarly activities.

Tenure track faculty are expected to meet the criteria established in the college’s Research Metrics document for their level of research appointment.

Although extramurally funded research is not required for clinical track faculty, participation in collabo-rative research projects, resident and graduate student projects is strongly encouraged.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

Model and promote a culture of collegiality, professional citizenship, and collaboration in all academic endeavors to facilitate an excellent workplace atmosphere conducive to effective learning, scholarly achievement, and a high level of job satisfaction.

Adhere to external, university, college, VMC, and department policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required:

DVM or equivalent degree

Specialty board certification by ACVIM or ECVIM-CA in Cardiology or board eligibility

Desired:

Teaching experience: this can include teaching of veterinary students, interns, and/or residents

Clinical experience: this can include academic or private practice experience

An advanced degree or equivalent research experience is desirable, but not required.

Additional Information

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday

https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Faculty-Tenure-Clinical-Track---Cardiology_R133558-1

Application closes once a suitable candidate has been identified.

Application materials must include:

Required:

Cover letter to include statements of (1) research/scholarship and (2) teaching and mentoring

Curriculum Vita (CV)

Name and contact information (Email) of three professional references

Additional information regarding this search or the position, can be obtained by contacting Dr. Karsten Schober (search committee chair), at[email protected].

The College

Founded in 1885, The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine has been a top-five program in the U.S. News & World Report rankings for the past decade and was ranked third among U.S. veterinary colleges and sixth in the world in the 2020 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) rankings. Our ambition is to Be The Model™ comprehensive college of veterinary medicine in the world, impacting animal and human health through innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine is a national leader in the education of professional and postgraduate students, research in veterinary and comparative medicine, and outreach to the community. More information about the College of Veterinary Medicine can be found at http://vet.osu.edu

Collegiality, civility, mutual support, and respect for others are strongly held values in the College of Veterinary Medicine. We support diverse beliefs and the free exchange of ideas and expect that faculty, staff, and students promote these values and apply them in a professional manner in all academic endeavors.

Department Information

The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences seamlessly integrates diverse fields into a unified academic entity with a central focus on advancing research and nurturing the education of veterinary and graduate students. Additionally, we collaborate closely with the Veterinary Medical Center to deliver top-tier care to both our clients and patients. Dedicated to the enhancement of animal health and overall well-being, the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences is steadfast in its pursuit of excellence in clinical practice, robust exploration across fundamental, applied, and translational research domains, and the implementation of innovative interdisciplinary pedagogy within veterinary medical and post-professional programs such as internships, residencies, and graduate studies. Faculty members in the department teach our veterinary students in a wide variety of fields and disciplines through innovative interdisciplinary teaching in the veterinary medical and post-professional internships, residencies and graduate programs. We are committed to providing excellent career development and mentoring programs to nurture professional and personal success and satisfaction.

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Grounded in Ohio State University’s Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has establishedcentral resources to focus on offering support to new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual career partner consultation, potential employer and/or employment opportunity identification, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are available. More information about dual career and faculty recruitment can be found here.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies.  Ohio State is a member of the Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).

Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State Agricultural Technical Institute (ATI).

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.  

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.

Location:

Veterinary Medical Center (0299)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

Shift:

First Shift

The Ohio State University believes in diversity in people and ideas. What Ohio State does matters. And how we do it matters. When we are at our best, we make a real difference to people. Our size, breadth, geography, history and standard of excellence position us to drive the future of higher education. We believe that the university should be a place where people can work and learn together in a safe environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. As such, finalists for any faculty position that carries tenure must sign an authorization and disclosure form, which will allow current or prior employer(s) to share information to the University regarding any findings of employment-related misconduct or disciplinary proceedings against a candidate and/or any pending investigations related to alleged misconduct. Such information shall include findings and pending investigations with respect to sexual harassment, violence, or harassment; research misconduct; financial fraud or misconduct; foreign influence violations, grant misuse or misconduct; and/or any other type of finding or pending investigation relating to a candidate’s employer’s policies and rules governing faculty conduct that may reasonably be expected to affect a candidate’s appointment. If the University becomes aware of any past finding of misconduct or pending investigations that were not disclosed, Ohio State will treat that as a serious omission and reserves the right to rescind an offer or terminate employment.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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