Chair of the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences

Description: Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University invites applications for Chair of the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences (formerly the Department of Clinical Sciences). Reporting directly to the dean, the Chair will build on a period of remarkable growth by leading the department in advancing a collaborative and strategic vision aligned with the school's Strategic Vision 2030. As the School approaches its 50th anniversary, we are shaping the next generation of veterinary education with a new curriculum, an expanded class size of 130 students, and a new Veterinary Learning Center currently under construction. In addition, we are pursuing strategic growth of our specialty and referral hospital, the Henry and Lois Foster Hospital for Small Animals, one of the busiest academic hospitals in the country while continuing to expand our research footprint. The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences is committed to excellence in education, scholarly activity, and clinical missions. The faculty is home to clinical specialists as well as primary care veterinarians who focus on small animal care and teaching. Faculty in the department teach DVM students and house officers, promote animal health and advance the science of diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases through basic science and clinical research. The department has research strengths across a range of clinical and translational research areas, including comparative and translational oncology, emergency and critical care medicine, cardiovascular health, and antimicrobial stewardship. Carrying out its mission are over 50 faculty, 45 residents, and 6 staff members. Faculty members provide clinical care in the Foster Hospital for Small Animals (specialty and referral care), Tufts at Tech Community Veterinary Clinic (accessible care), and the Luke and Lily Lerner Spay/Neuter Clinic (please see "Hospitals and Clinics" tab on the Cummings School website. The department chair is expected to foster a collegial environment, support the professional development of faculty and staff and champion the department's strong record of clinical research and education through collaboration within the department and across the school. The department chair works cooperatively with the relevant hospital and clinic directors to oversee and support faculty in balancing clinical service with scholarly productivity. The chair is responsible for the department budget and administrative affairs and works collaboratively with colleagues and senior leadership at the school and university level. Time devoted to clinical, research/scholarly activities, and teaching will be determined based on the interests and experience of the candidate. For additional information, please see the Guidelines for Appointment of Cummings School Department Chairs.

Qualifications: Candidates must possess a DVM, or equivalent degree, and have an academic and clinical background that aligns with the strengths of the department. Board certification in a relevant field or an advanced degree is considered an asset. Demonstrated leadership experience in an appropriate environment is required. An understanding of the academic environment is required. The successful applicant will have administrative and management skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a strong record of scholarly activity. The demonstrated ability to mentor faculty, house officers, and DVM students and build a collegial team atmosphere is essential. Academic rank, at either an associate or full professor in one of our professorial tracks, and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position will be eligible for appointment with continuous term.

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