Job Responsibilities:
Individual will serve as the lead surgeon for survival surgeries in pigs. Needs to work as a team member and leader of a surgical team.
Skilled surgeon that is able or can be trained to sedate and anesthetize domestic
pigs and undertake survival based surgical procedures.
Assist with the hand rearing of piglets.
Keep all surgical records and assist with the organization of the surgical room.
Assist with IACUC and other regulatory documents.
Regularly conducting experiments and procedures according to established or new guidelines and manage time effectively.
Supervision: Mentor, train, and supervise undergraduate students, volunteers and interns.
Operational Role:
Puts into effect what is required by defined job duties and clear objectives following established
procedures and protocols with appropriate modifications when necessary.
Scope of Measurable Impact:
Must facilitate studies with successful outcomes based on execution of proper controls. Measurable impact will also be defined by the generation of excellent team work.
Independence and Decision-Making:
Works under general supervision but usually is given the latitude to make decisions on projects
that he/she is accountable for delivering on; decisions may involve selecting an approach from
among alternatives, timing when certain tasks should be performed, determining how to best use
available resources, and other similar choices.
Complexity and Problem Solving:
Expected to make informed and appropriate decisions to lead to best surgical and experimental outcomes.
QualificationsAll required qualifications must be documented on application materials Required Qualifications:
- BS/BA degree plus at least five years of related experience, or a combination of education and relevant work experience to equal at least nine years.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Expertise pertaining to surgical procedures (small or large animal).
Pay and BenefitsPay Range: $63,419-$100,00 and depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
- Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
How To ApplyApplications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail
[email protected] or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
