Oregon State University
Open Faculty Search - Comparative/Laboratory Animal Pathology
Oregon State University, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43291
Open Faculty Search - Comparative/Laboratory Animal Pathology
The Department of Veterinary Biosciences (VBS) in the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), in conjunction with the James Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC) at The Ohio State University (OSU) is seeking applicants for a clinical-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in Comparative/Laboratory Animal Pathology. Position Overview As a member of the Comparative Pathology & Digital Imaging Shared Resource (CPDISR), the comparative pathologist will provide pathology expertise and support for investigator-initiated research with an emphasis on preclinical toxicity/efficacy studies and the phenotypic characterization of genetically modified mice to researchers utilizing animal models. The CPDISR is committed to leveraging digital imaging and new analytical approaches to enhance understanding of disease mechanisms and accelerate drug discovery. Thus, expertise in and/or interest to develop expertise in new analytical approaches is highly desirable, and collaboration on research grants is encouraged. In addition to contributing to CPDISR activities, the successful candidate will be actively involved in training of veterinary students and veterinary pathology residents in the OSU-CVM combined pathology residency/Ph.D. program. Performance Objectives The position is predominantly research pathology service with an opportunity for collaborative research (approximately 70%), teaching (approximately 20%) and administrative service (approximately 10%). Research Support and Scholarly Duties Pathology support and digital image analysis for clients of the CPDISR, including but not limited to evaluation, photomicrography and scoring of tissue samples (routine and special histochemical stains and immunohistochemistry) with project completion and data provision to CPDISR clients within a standardized time frame Participation in collaborative research projects and applications submitted to external funding agencies by CPDISR clients Project consultation and guidance for design of translational animal model studies Grant and manuscript assistance and support for pathology results reporting in publications Teaching Duties Clinical and didactic teaching of professional students and residents in anatomic and clinical pathology Participation in Histopathology Seminar, Specialty Pathology Rounds including Laboratory Animal Pathology Rounds, and others where applicable Other Responsibilities and Expectations Participation in college, department, and graduate guidance committee work Model and promote a culture of collegiality and academic citizenship Adhere to external, university, college, VMC, and department policies, procedures, and guidelines. Education and Experience Requirements Required: DVM or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited or equivalent institution Board-certification by or board-eligibility for the American or European College of Veterinary Pathology Desired: PhD Demonstrated background in pathobiology of laboratory animals Demonstrated expertise and support for investigator-initiated research Experience in digital image analysis Experience in, or knowledge to assist in, the development of new analytical approaches Evidence of collaboration and/or Co-PI on research grants Scholarly track-record consistent with rank Experience in the classroom and laboratory teaching of veterinary students Experience in the training of anatomic and/or clinical pathology residents Evidence of mentoring (e.g. students, trainees, staff, peer) Evidence of supporting a culture of collegiality and academic citizenship How to Apply Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please submit the requested materials with your online application. Required documents include: Cover Letter Curriculum Vita (CV) Statement of Scholarship Statement of Teaching and Mentoring Additional information regarding this search or the position, can be obtained by contacting Stefan Niewiesk, DVM, PhD, Diplomate, ECLAM at niewiesk.1@osu.edu. The College of Veterinary Medicine Founded in 1885, The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine has been a top-five program in the U.S. News & World Report rankings for the past decade and was ranked third among U.S. veterinary colleges and sixth in the world in the 2020 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) rankings. Our ambition is to Be The Model comprehensive college of veterinary medicine in the world, impacting animal and human health through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine is a national leader in the education of professional and postgraduate students, research in veterinary and comparative medicine, and outreach to the community. More information about the College of Veterinary Medicine can be found at http://vet.osu.edu. Collegiality, civility, mutual support, and respect for others are strongly held values in the College of Veterinary Medicine. We support diverse beliefs and the free exchange of ideas and expect that faculty, staff, and students promote these values and apply them in a professional manner in all academic endeavors. The University Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America's leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes' list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. The Ohio State University's Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression. Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow. The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University. In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC). Located in Ohio's capital city, Ohio State's Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI. Additional Information: Location:
Veterinary Medicine Academic (0136) Position Type:
Regular Scheduled Hours:
40 Shift:
First Shift The Ohio State University believes in diversity in people and ideas. What Ohio State does matters. And how we do it matters. When we are at our best, we make a real difference to people. Our size, breadth, geography, history and standard of excellence position us to drive the future of higher education. We believe that the university should be a place
The Department of Veterinary Biosciences (VBS) in the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), in conjunction with the James Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC) at The Ohio State University (OSU) is seeking applicants for a clinical-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in Comparative/Laboratory Animal Pathology. Position Overview As a member of the Comparative Pathology & Digital Imaging Shared Resource (CPDISR), the comparative pathologist will provide pathology expertise and support for investigator-initiated research with an emphasis on preclinical toxicity/efficacy studies and the phenotypic characterization of genetically modified mice to researchers utilizing animal models. The CPDISR is committed to leveraging digital imaging and new analytical approaches to enhance understanding of disease mechanisms and accelerate drug discovery. Thus, expertise in and/or interest to develop expertise in new analytical approaches is highly desirable, and collaboration on research grants is encouraged. In addition to contributing to CPDISR activities, the successful candidate will be actively involved in training of veterinary students and veterinary pathology residents in the OSU-CVM combined pathology residency/Ph.D. program. Performance Objectives The position is predominantly research pathology service with an opportunity for collaborative research (approximately 70%), teaching (approximately 20%) and administrative service (approximately 10%). Research Support and Scholarly Duties Pathology support and digital image analysis for clients of the CPDISR, including but not limited to evaluation, photomicrography and scoring of tissue samples (routine and special histochemical stains and immunohistochemistry) with project completion and data provision to CPDISR clients within a standardized time frame Participation in collaborative research projects and applications submitted to external funding agencies by CPDISR clients Project consultation and guidance for design of translational animal model studies Grant and manuscript assistance and support for pathology results reporting in publications Teaching Duties Clinical and didactic teaching of professional students and residents in anatomic and clinical pathology Participation in Histopathology Seminar, Specialty Pathology Rounds including Laboratory Animal Pathology Rounds, and others where applicable Other Responsibilities and Expectations Participation in college, department, and graduate guidance committee work Model and promote a culture of collegiality and academic citizenship Adhere to external, university, college, VMC, and department policies, procedures, and guidelines. Education and Experience Requirements Required: DVM or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited or equivalent institution Board-certification by or board-eligibility for the American or European College of Veterinary Pathology Desired: PhD Demonstrated background in pathobiology of laboratory animals Demonstrated expertise and support for investigator-initiated research Experience in digital image analysis Experience in, or knowledge to assist in, the development of new analytical approaches Evidence of collaboration and/or Co-PI on research grants Scholarly track-record consistent with rank Experience in the classroom and laboratory teaching of veterinary students Experience in the training of anatomic and/or clinical pathology residents Evidence of mentoring (e.g. students, trainees, staff, peer) Evidence of supporting a culture of collegiality and academic citizenship How to Apply Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please submit the requested materials with your online application. Required documents include: Cover Letter Curriculum Vita (CV) Statement of Scholarship Statement of Teaching and Mentoring Additional information regarding this search or the position, can be obtained by contacting Stefan Niewiesk, DVM, PhD, Diplomate, ECLAM at niewiesk.1@osu.edu. The College of Veterinary Medicine Founded in 1885, The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine has been a top-five program in the U.S. News & World Report rankings for the past decade and was ranked third among U.S. veterinary colleges and sixth in the world in the 2020 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) rankings. Our ambition is to Be The Model comprehensive college of veterinary medicine in the world, impacting animal and human health through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine is a national leader in the education of professional and postgraduate students, research in veterinary and comparative medicine, and outreach to the community. More information about the College of Veterinary Medicine can be found at http://vet.osu.edu. Collegiality, civility, mutual support, and respect for others are strongly held values in the College of Veterinary Medicine. We support diverse beliefs and the free exchange of ideas and expect that faculty, staff, and students promote these values and apply them in a professional manner in all academic endeavors. The University Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America's leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes' list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. The Ohio State University's Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression. Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow. The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University. In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC). Located in Ohio's capital city, Ohio State's Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI. Additional Information: Location:
Veterinary Medicine Academic (0136) Position Type:
Regular Scheduled Hours:
40 Shift:
First Shift The Ohio State University believes in diversity in people and ideas. What Ohio State does matters. And how we do it matters. When we are at our best, we make a real difference to people. Our size, breadth, geography, history and standard of excellence position us to drive the future of higher education. We believe that the university should be a place