SVM - Assistant Professor, Small Animal Medicine and Surgery

Job Description Objective The faculty of St George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine are dedicated to upholding the mission of providing an international, culturally diverse environment in which students learn the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for postgraduate training in the Veterinary profession while being inspired to develop compassion, curiosity, tolerance and a commitment to animals and society, a dedication to life-long learning and an understanding of the vital role of research in Veterinary Medicine. Essential Functions: Enhance the knowledge, growth, and overall development of the veterinary students through contribution to courses administered by the Department through the delivery of assigned lectures, running small groups, reviewing, and contributing to course material, developing, and reviewing exam questions. Contribution to research is also required. Instructional Activities: This position will include participation in different clinical skills courses across the legacy and the new curriculum. Instruction, scholarship, and clinical service are expected. Active participation in the following labs: SAMS 526 Introduction to Clinics SAMS 528 Introduction to Small Animal Clinic (SAC) Clinical Rotations Small Animal Medicine Deliver selected lectures in Small Animal Internal Medicine in the graduate program (SAMS 522 and SAMS 524) and clinical participation of the Small Animal Clinic activities in term 5 (SAMS 526) and term 6 (SAMS 528). Assist in conducting and grading of examinations in compliance with the SVM Examination Policy. Clinical rotations (SAMS 526 and 528) a. Instruct 5th and 6th term students in a clinical setting by actively participating of the Small Animal Clinic rotations. b. Provide clinical service in the Small Animal Clinic (SAC), including emergency services. c. Assist in technician education/training. d. Contribute to other SAC activities (i.e., M M rounds, case presentations). Research and Scholarly Activities: Active engagement in a research program in the area of expertise which will also provide student research opportunities. Develop and contribute to extension and continuing education programs, in collaboration with other departments and/or other schools. Support student research and learning through supervision and mentoring of selected students. Contribute to curriculum review and innovation. Practice continuous quality improvement of the courses and content delivered by the department. Active participation in scientific/educational conferences and continuing education. Service Participate in the following University activities: Departmental Reviews (as required) Faculty Meetings (as required) Special Committee Assignments (as assigned by the Dean) Administrative roles, as assigned by the Chair of the Department and/or the Dean Outreach efforts in the local community (i.e. OHOM) Faculty Senate Contribute to the academic advisory system for all students enrolled on the DVM program.