Clinical Assistant/Associate/Professor- Equine Primary Care- College of Veterinary Medicine

Summary

Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a non-tenure/clinical-track faculty position in Equine Primary Care/General Practice. The successful candidate will join a collaborative, highly functioning team that focuses on providing the highest level of patient-centered care for equine patients while instructing veterinary students on rotations in the Large Animal Clinic. This position emphasizes clinical service and clinical teaching, with up to 90% of the appointment devoted to these responsibilities at the Large Animal Clinic (LAC). The remaining 10% effort will support preclinical laboratory instruction, university service, and scholarly activities. The successful candidate will provide equine clinical service on ambulatory basis and occasionally on haul-in outpatient clinics. A well-stocked practice vehicle and technical assistance will be provided. 

About Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Health Institute: 

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. The university offers graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, and biomedical sciences. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth. The addition of veterinary medicine on the Glendale campus (fully accredited by the Council on Education in 2018) provides an excellent opportunity to train students following the principles of One Health.  

The Animal Health Institute is comprised of the Large Animal Clinic (LAC), the Diagnostic Pathology Center, and the Companion Animal Clinic. The LAC is a large animal teaching facility housing small herds of cattle and horses. This facility includes a clinical skills teaching laboratory hosting a variety of large animal simulators and models, arenas, and live-animal indoor and outdoor teaching and treatment areas for haul-in patients. The LAC is fully equipped with on-site and portable ultrasound machines, portable radiographic machines, endoscopy, laser, and other patient-side chemistry analyzers. The Equine Service is supported by other services including anesthesia, surgery, veterinary diagnostic lab, clinical pathology, and microbiology lab. The successful applicant would be supported by two board-certified surgeons and internal medicine specialists with years of experience. Mentorship will be offered. The adjacent pathology center and companion animal clinic are state-of-the-art facilities. Pathology includes a 5300 sq-ft necropsy floor, gross pathology teaching theatre, fully equipped histopathology laboratory, an 800 sq-ft BSL3-capable necropsy suite, and 1200 sq ft of classroom/teaching space. The Companion Animal Clinic is a 111,000 sq. ft. modern and innovative veterinary hospital for small animals. 

Qualifications: 

The following qualifications are required: 

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the State of Arizona.
• At least two years of experience in Equine Ambulatory Care/General Practice.
• Internship strongly preferred but not required.
• Evidence of excellent clinical and communication skills.
• Practice-building skills encouraged. 
• Strong interest and proficiency in equine dentistry, along with lameness, and reproduction. Further professional development can be supported.
• Desire and motivation to provide high-quality patient-centered care. 
• Strong commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of students and joy in teaching excellent medical records and sustainable practice. 
• Collaborative mindset and flexibility to foster a team-approach to teaching and service. 
• Belief and willingness to promote a positive work culture and mental well-being.
• Current Arizona Driver’s license with no major motor vehicle accidents or violations on record.

We are seeking a faculty member who is excited about educating veterinary and participating in the growth of a young veterinary college with a focus on training day-one-ready veterinarians. While independent research is not a requirement for this position, all faculty members are expected to engage in some form of scholarly activity such as case reports or scientific presentations.

If you would like to learn more about this position or about the CVM, please submit your letter of intent and application through Midwestern University’s online job board at https://www.midwestern.edu/employment-mwu. Your online application should include a letter of intent and a curriculum vitae with the names and contact information (including email addresses) of at least three professional references. Please note that although faculty positions are usually listed as “Assistant Professor”, initial appointment at a higher rank is possible based on the academic experience of the applicant. 

For more information about this position, please contact: 

Clemence Chako, B.V.Sc., Ph.D., DACVIM 

Director of Large Animal Clinic 

College of Veterinary Medicine 

Midwestern University 

5725 W. Utopia Road 

Glendale, AZ 85308 

623-806-7572 

cchako@midwestern.edu. 

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance.  We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account.  We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days.  We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program.  Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility. 

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).  Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.