Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Medical Oncology (Tenure or Clinical Track)

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Medical Oncology (Tenure or Clinical Track)

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM VetMed - School of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (Colin F Mitchell (00001599))

Work Location:

LSU - Baton Rouge

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

Your next career opportunity awaits at LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. One of only 33 veterinary schools in the United States, LSU Vet Med is experiencing unprecedented growth as we seek to improve and protect the lives of animals and people through superior education, transformational research, and compassionate care. We are dedicated to building a premier team of world-renowned clinicians, educators, and researchers to provide an elite healthcare experience in Louisiana and the region. This is where science meets passion, and global health prevails. We hope you will join us as we explore what is possible.

We are seeking our next Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Veterinary Medical Oncology (clinical or tenure track). The Louisiana State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital is opening positions for two full time Medical Oncology clinicians to round out our rapidly expanding Medical Oncology service! Medical Oncology provides service for all species for the Oncology service area of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital at the School of Veterinary Medicine. Participate in training of oncology residents, interns, veterinary students and visiting interns and residents within the oncology section. Participate in scholarly activities and activities within the Veterinary Clinical Sciences department and oncology section.

Clinical Track

Provide clinical expertise and deliver services in the oncology section for all species. This position requires the faculty member to be in charge of the oncology service on a rotating basis. This involves the instruction of students and interns/residents, supervising technologists, and having primary responsibility for case management. The faculty member will have both primary case responsibility and will oversee cases seen by interns/residents in oncology.

Scholarly activity to include teaching and research

Minimum Qualifications:

Assistant Professor : DVM or equivalent and m ust have successfully completed a residency training program accredited by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology) & must be eligible for board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology)

Associate Professor : DVM or equivalent with 5 years of related research/teaching/clinical experience and must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology)

Professor: DVM or equivalent with 8 years of related research/teaching/clinical experience and must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology)

Tenure Track

• •Provide clinical expertise and deliver medical oncology services in the oncology section for all species. This position requires the faculty member to be in charge of the oncology service on a rotating basis. This
• involves the instruction of students and interns/residents, supervising technologists, and having primary responsibility for case management. The faculty member will have both primary case responsibility and will oversee cases seen by interns/residents in oncology. In addition, this position will be responsible as part of team teaching of didactic lectures in the classroom.
• •Provide research, both primary and collaborative research and scholarly activity in areas related to oncology. Oncology areas could include but not limited to clinical trials, basic research, and research in teaching techniques and assessment.
• •Provide input in the governance and service to LSU, by serving on committees within VCS department, School of Veterinary Medicine, and LSU campus as the needs arise.

Minimum Qualifications:

Assistant Professor : DVM or equivalent and m ust have successfully completed a residency training program accredited by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology) & must be eligible for board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology)

Associate Professor : DVM or equivalent with 5 years of related research/teaching/clinical experience and must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology)

Professor: DVM or equivalent with 8 years of related research/teaching/clinical experience and must have board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology)

Special or Physical Qualifications (ALL LEVELS):

Per PS 18- This position is a part of the Emergency Response Personnel - these personnel are linked with the hospital during any emergency response event and are expected to report in and perform as outlined in the emergency response plan.

Required to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

Required to be capable of lifting more than 50 pounds, standing or walking for prolonged periods, able to reach above and below the shoulder, vision (near sight), vision (far sight), kneel or sit on the floor, push/pulling, grasping, climbing, sitting, crawling, bending, squatting, and/or twisting.

*Due to the nature of this position and/or responsibilities, this position is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67*

About Baton Rouge, Louisiana:

The LSU campus is located in beautiful Baton Rouge, a vibrant and growing metropolitan area with over 300 years of history. Enjoy amazing culinary experiences, unique architecture, a thriving arts scene, unparalleled musical performances, thrilling sporting events, vibrant festivals and celebrations, and southern hospitality at its finest.

We are just an hour’s drive from the international city of New Orleans, the home of Mardi Gras, jazz music, and restaurants that are among the finest in the world. We are surrounded by natural beauty that is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy a short trip to the shores of the Gulf of Mexico for beautiful beaches, or explore the bayous of the Atchafalaya Basin, a vast natural wonder with a storied past. A world of new experiences awaits you in the heart of Louisiana.

To learn more about LSU Vet Med and Baton Rouge, please visit the links below:

• •LSU Vet Med: A Dynamic Biomedical Campus Shaping the Future of Animal and Human Health - YouTube ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VK5x-ivpbBU )
• •LSU Vet Med website ( https://www.lsu.edu/vetmed/index.php )
• •Baton Rouge visitor information ( https://www.visitbatonrouge.com/ )
• •More information regarding retirement and other employee benefits available to you can be found on the LSU Office of Human Resource Management's website ( www.lsu.edu/benefits ).

We teach. We heal. We discover. We protect. Join us at LSU Vet Med as we make a profound difference in global health!

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide your cover letter, resume, and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application

Questions are welcome and can be directed to the Search Committee Chair. Please contact Dr. Autumn Dutelle at [email protected].

Posting Date:

May 28, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specif