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Position Announcement: Director, School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) is seeking candidates for the position of Director, School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (SVMBS) and Associate Dean, Professional Program in Veterinary Medicine (PPVM).

The Director of the SVMBS is directly responsible for oversight of the research, teaching and extension/outreach programs, including management of the Nebraska Veterinary Diagnostic Center, the Professional Program in Veterinary Medicine (PPVM) – a joint DVM program with Iowa State University – and clinical education programs emanating from the Great Plains Veterinary Educational Center (GPVEC). The SVMBS has a tradition of excellence in graduate education and research with an emphasis on infectious diseases, immunology, and neurosciences; the Director will provide leadership and insight for these programs as well. The Director reports to the Deans of the ARD, CASNR, and Extension at UNL. As the Associate Dean of the PPVM the successful candidate also reports to the Dean of the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. The Associate Dean is responsible for on-going coordination of the professional program with students located at the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine and the UNL SVMBS. Visit the SVMBS web page for additional information at http://vbms.unl.edu/.

Candidates must possess:

  1. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent and advanced degree or Board Certification in a recognized veterinary specialty;
  2. a record of scholarly achievements and qualifications for appointment as a tenured, full professor in the School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences; and
  3. a documented record of collaborative leadership experience in higher education, business, or non-profit organizations. Earned Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Doctor of Science (DSc) degree in veterinary science or closely related field, excellent communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills are preferred.

Nebraska ranks #4 in the US in total livestock receipts and livestock products account for about 2/3 of Nebraska’s farm income. Historically, Nebraska has ranked #1 in commercial red meat production, #1 in commercial cattle slaughter, and #2 in cattle and calves. In February 2014, Nebraska became the #1 cattle feeding state in the nation.

To view the details and make application, go to http://employment.unl.edu. Search for position #F_140012. Click on “Apply to this job.” Complete the application and attach a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references, and a one-page statement of administrative philosophy (Other). Review of applications will begin on April 15, 2014, and continue until the position is filled or the search is closed.

The University of Nebraska has an active National Science Foundation ADVANCE gender equity program and is committed to a pluralistic campus community through Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.