UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA CHAMPAIGN
Open Rank Faculty in Veterinary Anesthesia and Pain Management
Full-time, 100% (12-month basis)
Requirements: The successful candidate must have a degree or equivalent and have achieved board-eligibility or board certification in the American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia (ACVAA) or the European College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia (ECVAA). Preference will be given to candidates with advanced degree(s), track record in scholarship, and prior research training.
Duties: The University of Illinois is developing a high-quality integrated anesthesia and pain management service working collaboratively to achieve tripartite excellence in service, teaching, and research. The current anesthesia and pain management program at the University of Illinois’ College of Veterinary Medicine is a productive and dynamic group who have achieved excellence in comparative research, resident instruction, and the practice of cutting-edge medicine for companion, production, and zoological species.
The successful candidate will be expected to provide clinical service in veterinary anesthesia and pain management, contribute to clinical instruction of residents, interns, and veterinary and graduate students, and communicate effectively with colleagues, clients and referring veterinarians. Teaching responsibilities will also include didactic, small group and laboratory instruction of veterinary and graduate students. In addition, the successful candidate will continue to help develop the anesthesia and pain management program at the University of Illinois. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in relevant research projects. Candidates interested in collaborative research will find abundant opportunities to collaborate within the College of Veterinary Medicine, and with the new engineering based college of medicine, as well as with investigators in other units at the University of Illinois and externally. Percent time dedicated to teaching, scholarly activities, and clinical service will be based on the successful candidate's appointment title.
The University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital is a full-service facility with a rich history in advancements in veterinary anesthesia and pain management. With newly remodeled surgical suites and anesthesia induction areas in the small animal and equine hospitals, Illinois is primed to continue that trend in positive, collegial environment where diversity, inclusion and equity are valued. Equipment to perform ultrasound dilution cardiac output measurement, updated equipment including portable ultrasound machines for local anesthetic techniques, and the most current patient monitors and anesthetic equipment are available. In 2023 Forbes ranked the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as #9 among all US public colleges, on the basis of return on investment, student success, student debt, and alumni leadership and influence. Only one other campus featuring a veterinary college ranked above Illinois.n 2023 Forbes ranked the University of Illinois Urbana-
Salary: Commensurate with applicant’s experience and qualifications. The University of Illinois offers a complete benefits package. A summary explanation of these benefits can be found at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits.
Starting date: Anticipated start date as soon as possible after close of position.An
ticipated start date as soon as possible after close of position.
Professional Opportunities: The University of Illinois has a tradition of excellence as a Land Grant University and a Tier One Research University. The College of Veterinary Medicine has an innovative professional veterinary curriculum and is focusing on expanding integration of clinical, applied and basic research efforts across the college and university. A motivated candidate will find many opportunities to build a fulfilling and rewarding career in the heart of the United States. Illinois has a tradition of excellence as a Land Grant
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine features modern research and animal care facilities. The faculty and staff provide broad public engagement through operation of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, a regional primary and referral care center for the delivery of state-of-the art veterinary medical services. Faculty conduct discovery, instruction, and service relevant to companion animals, equine, food and fiber animals, working dogs, and zoological species. We are dedicated not only to animal health and welfare, but also to the improved understanding of the human-animal bond, food production systems and ecosystem health. The University of Illinois is one of the premier public research universities in the country, known for its uniquely multidisciplinary collaborative research environment.
Urbana-Champaign offers the residential advantages of a medium-sized university city, excellent cultural opportunities, with a low cost of living and a high quality of life.
Application procedures: Please create a candidate profile through jobs.illinois.edu. In order to receive full consideration, applications must be received by April 15, 2024. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date. If you are interested or would like additional information on the position, please contact:
Dr. Danielle Strahl-Heldreth (Search Chair)
1008 West Hazelwood Drive
College of Veterinary Medicine
Urbana, IL. 61802
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
