Description

The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine (UTCVM) is seeking applications from an innovative and collaborative veterinarian to lead its shelter medicine service and outreach activities. Board certification by the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP) in Shelter Medicine Practice is preferred.If not currently certified, progress demonstrated toward specialty certification is required. The service currently consists of two clinical faculty members, two veterinary nurses, and one administrative staff. The team provides spay/neuter training and didactic education to DVM students, clinical services and consults to local animal shelters and rescues, outreach clinics to the community, and conducts research. The ideal candidate will have experience leading teams, strengthening existing relationships and programs, and developing new initiatives to support both DVM training and community needs. The college seeks to expand its outreach efforts in the areas of shelter medicine and access to care. Startup funds are available to support outreach program development and preliminary research projects.

The Director of Shelter Medicine will collaborate with other groups in the CVM including the Center for Veterinary Social Work, The Program for Pet Health Equity, the Office of Outreach and Global Engagement, the Office of Advancement, and the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.

Allocation of responsibilities would be commensurate with either a tenure track or clinical track position and would include:

Administrative Service and Program Development (45%)
• Provide leadership and strategic direction for the shelter medicine program in the areas of clinical service and teaching, research, and outreach
• Lead the vision, creation, and implementation of community outreach and teaching programs
• Supervise Companion Animal Initiative of Tennessee (CAIT) program and staff
• Establish and oversee a shelter medicine residency program
• Oversee financial accounts and budget
• Lead and assist others with grant writing to solicit and maintain program donors

Clinical Service (15-35%)
• Conduct shelter consultations throughout the region and provide recommendations for improvements, outbreak management, design and implementation of SOPs and best practices
• Provide back-up for spay/neuter service as needed
• Provide clinical service for access to care clinics

Didactic teaching (5-10%)
• Teach in elective courses in the professional veterinary medicine curriculum with other Shelter Medicine faculty
• Provide lectures for the core DVM curriculum

Research (5-25%)
• Conduct collaborative research on topics associated with administrative and clinical activities or other innovative topics.

Academic service (5%)
• Serve on CVM and university committees.
• Demonstrate leadership in the discipline of shelter medicine through participation in the Assoc of Shelter Veterinarians and/or other relevant organizations.
• Design and participate in continuing education to local and regional groups

Knoxville is home to the University of Tennessee flagship campus, and is a beautiful and friendly place to live. It is a short drive to the Great Smoky Mountains, as well as a number of dog-friendly state parks and recreation areas. Outdoor recreational opportunities include, but are not limited to, hiking, biking, trail running, climbing and water sports. Knoxville has a diverse and inclusive culture, a vibrant downtown with excellent shopping and restaurants; bustling farmer's markets featuring locally grown organic produce, meats and crafts; live music of all genres, ballet, and theater; frequent art and cultural festivals; and men's' and women's' NCAA and semiprofessional sporting events.

Qualifications

Qualifications for a successful candidate:

Required

DVM or equivalent degree

Board certification in Shelter Medicine Practice preferred; if not currently certified, progress demonstrated toward specialty certification required

Minimum of 5 years of veterinary clinical experience

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively

Leadership and program development experience

Preferred

A post-graduate degree in shelter medicine practice, preventive medicine, epidemiology, population medicine, public health, and/or information systems

Didactic and/or laboratory teaching experience

Application Instructions

Applications are accepted immediately and will be accepted until the position is filled. For further information, please contact Dr. Rajeev Nair at [redacted] or by email at [redacted].