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Assistant Professor of Small Animal Surgery
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Overview
The Department of Clinical Sciences at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University invites applications for an assistant professor or assistant clinical professor of small animal soft tissue surgery. The successful candidate will contribute to pre-clinical and clinical teaching in the DVM program, provide surgery services in the Foster Hospital for Small Animals (FHSA), mentor residents, and engage in research and scholarly activity. This is a continuous-term (tenure-equivalent) track position.
Responsibilities
Emphasize excellence in DVM student instruction and resident mentoring.
Assist with pre-clinical didactic teaching, clinical skills training, and surgical skills teaching.
Assist with specialty board review sessions, journal clubs, and other aspects of resident training, including supervision of resident research projects.
Provide surgery services in the FHSA as part of a team of surgeons and other specialists.
Facilities and Caseload The FHSA receives approximately 35,000 cases per year, providing a robust and varied surgical caseload. The emergency and critical service provides 24/7 service and is certified as a Level 1 Trauma Center. The successful applicant will be part of a team of five other ACVS diplomates, with neurologists and ophthalmologists also providing surgical services. Additional minimally invasive procedures are offered by other services. Primary emergency coverage is provided by four surgery residents, with backup support from the faculty surgeons. The FHSA includes a full range of specialties such as diagnostic imaging, anesthesiology, emergency and critical care, internal medicine, neurology, cardiology, dermatology, oncology, and ophthalmology.
Technology and Expertise The FHSA is equipped with intraoperative ultrasound and fluoroscopy, as well as CT, MRI, and two towers for arthroscopic, laparoscopic, and thoracoscopic surgery. Current faculty strengths include orthopedics, arthroscopy, traumatology, minimally invasive osteosynthesis (MIO), corrective osteotomy and joint replacement, cardiothoracic surgery, and urological procedures.
Research and Scholarly Activity There are opportunities to develop independent or collaborative research projects with faculty on this campus or with researchers on other Tufts campuses and within the New England medical community. Cummings School has strengths in clinical and translational research, supported by a clinical trials office. Areas of strength include musculoskeletal disease, cardiovascular disease, comparative oncology, urology, and others. All scholarly activity is valued in the school’s promotions process, with expectations dependent on appointment track and assigned time. The amount of time devoted to research and scholarly activity is negotiable in accordance with the interests of the faculty member. All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly activity to stay current in their discipline.
Appointment Schedule and Time Allocation The successful candidate will be committed to working collaboratively in a team environment. Senior surgical faculty provide mentorship. Between 26–32 weeks will be assigned to clinical activity, depending on expertise and interests. The remaining time will be distributed to teaching (4–8 weeks), research and scholarly activity (4–12 weeks), and administrative service (2–5 weeks), in accordance with the guidelines of Cummings School and the appointment track.
Requirements
DVM degree or equivalent and completion of an American College of Veterinary Surgery and/or European College of Veterinary Surgery approved residency.
Board certification required at, or no later than two years after, the date of hire.
Eligibility for licensure in Massachusetts.
Enthusiasm for teaching and demonstrated ability in teaching.
Demonstrated clinical excellence and ability to multi-task and manage a robust caseload.
Specific interest in soft tissue surgery; interest in surgical oncology is a plus.
Evidence of scholarly activity is an asset.
Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team.
Application Process Review of applications will begin September 15, 2025. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter describing qualifications, clinical experience, scholarly interests, and teaching experience. Please address strengths/experiences in creating an inclusive environment as it relates to teaching, research, and/or service in the cover letter. Provide the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references. Salary will be commensurate with experience and the appointment may be made in either the clinical or unmodified track, depending on applicant interests. Materials should be submitted through the Interfolio link: https://apply.interfolio.com/171904. For questions about the application process please contact Dr. Leslie Sharkey at Leslie.Sharkey@tufts.edu.
Location Cummings School is situated in Grafton, MA on a 600-acre pastoral campus, forty-five minutes west of Boston and next door to Worcester. The campus offers a virtual tour and is accessible via regional rail and proximity to cultural and recreational opportunities in New England. Housing is available nearby. Links to faculty policies and human resources benefits can be found on the school website.
Equal Employment Opportunity Tufts University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Tufts University has committed to becoming an anti-racist institution and prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, and service. Current and prospective employees are expected to engage with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.
Tufts University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. See the University’s Non-Discrimination statement and policy. If you are unable to use online tools to search and apply for jobs, contact the Office of Equal Opportunity for accommodations.
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Responsibilities
Emphasize excellence in DVM student instruction and resident mentoring.
Assist with pre-clinical didactic teaching, clinical skills training, and surgical skills teaching.
Assist with specialty board review sessions, journal clubs, and other aspects of resident training, including supervision of resident research projects.
Provide surgery services in the FHSA as part of a team of surgeons and other specialists.
Facilities and Caseload The FHSA receives approximately 35,000 cases per year, providing a robust and varied surgical caseload. The emergency and critical service provides 24/7 service and is certified as a Level 1 Trauma Center. The successful applicant will be part of a team of five other ACVS diplomates, with neurologists and ophthalmologists also providing surgical services. Additional minimally invasive procedures are offered by other services. Primary emergency coverage is provided by four surgery residents, with backup support from the faculty surgeons. The FHSA includes a full range of specialties such as diagnostic imaging, anesthesiology, emergency and critical care, internal medicine, neurology, cardiology, dermatology, oncology, and ophthalmology.
Technology and Expertise The FHSA is equipped with intraoperative ultrasound and fluoroscopy, as well as CT, MRI, and two towers for arthroscopic, laparoscopic, and thoracoscopic surgery. Current faculty strengths include orthopedics, arthroscopy, traumatology, minimally invasive osteosynthesis (MIO), corrective osteotomy and joint replacement, cardiothoracic surgery, and urological procedures.
Research and Scholarly Activity There are opportunities to develop independent or collaborative research projects with faculty on this campus or with researchers on other Tufts campuses and within the New England medical community. Cummings School has strengths in clinical and translational research, supported by a clinical trials office. Areas of strength include musculoskeletal disease, cardiovascular disease, comparative oncology, urology, and others. All scholarly activity is valued in the school’s promotions process, with expectations dependent on appointment track and assigned time. The amount of time devoted to research and scholarly activity is negotiable in accordance with the interests of the faculty member. All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly activity to stay current in their discipline.
Appointment Schedule and Time Allocation The successful candidate will be committed to working collaboratively in a team environment. Senior surgical faculty provide mentorship. Between 26–32 weeks will be assigned to clinical activity, depending on expertise and interests. The remaining time will be distributed to teaching (4–8 weeks), research and scholarly activity (4–12 weeks), and administrative service (2–5 weeks), in accordance with the guidelines of Cummings School and the appointment track.
Requirements
DVM degree or equivalent and completion of an American College of Veterinary Surgery and/or European College of Veterinary Surgery approved residency.
Board certification required at, or no later than two years after, the date of hire.
Eligibility for licensure in Massachusetts.
Enthusiasm for teaching and demonstrated ability in teaching.
Demonstrated clinical excellence and ability to multi-task and manage a robust caseload.
Specific interest in soft tissue surgery; interest in surgical oncology is a plus.
Evidence of scholarly activity is an asset.
Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team.
Application Process Review of applications will begin September 15, 2025. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter describing qualifications, clinical experience, scholarly interests, and teaching experience. Please address strengths/experiences in creating an inclusive environment as it relates to teaching, research, and/or service in the cover letter. Provide the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references. Salary will be commensurate with experience and the appointment may be made in either the clinical or unmodified track, depending on applicant interests. Materials should be submitted through the Interfolio link: https://apply.interfolio.com/171904. For questions about the application process please contact Dr. Leslie Sharkey at Leslie.Sharkey@tufts.edu.
Location Cummings School is situated in Grafton, MA on a 600-acre pastoral campus, forty-five minutes west of Boston and next door to Worcester. The campus offers a virtual tour and is accessible via regional rail and proximity to cultural and recreational opportunities in New England. Housing is available nearby. Links to faculty policies and human resources benefits can be found on the school website.
Equal Employment Opportunity Tufts University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Tufts University has committed to becoming an anti-racist institution and prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, and service. Current and prospective employees are expected to engage with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.
Tufts University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. See the University’s Non-Discrimination statement and policy. If you are unable to use online tools to search and apply for jobs, contact the Office of Equal Opportunity for accommodations.
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