Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Anatomic Pathology (Clinical Track)

at  Louisiana State University

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Job Posting Title:
Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Anatomic Pathology (Clinical Track)
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUAM VetMed - School of Pathobiological Sciences (Konstantin G Kousoulas (00003224))
Work Location:
2006 LA Disease & Diagnostic Laboratory
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
The Department of Pathobiological Sciences (PBS) at the Louisiana State University (LSU) School of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Veterinary Anatomic Pathologist for a full-time clinical track faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor. The position is primarily focused on diagnostic service coverage at the Louisiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (LADDL) including necropsies and biopsies. Candidates are also expected to teach in the veterinary professional and PBS graduate curriculum, as well as in the Residency Training Program in Anatomic Pathology, with emphasis in pathology (e.g., general pathology and systemic anatomic pathology). Training of residents, contributing to scholarly activity, and leadership within the department are also expected. The anatomic pathology service is an integral part of the LADDL, which also hosts laboratories for diagnostics in virology, bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, serology, toxicology and molecular biology.
About the Department of Pathobiological Sciences:
The Department of Pathobiological Sciences (PBS) features well-funded research programs in virology, bacteriology, parasitology, epidemiology, immunology and pathology and cancer biology. Additional programs exist with opportunities for collaboration within the School of Veterinary Medicine and with faculty from across other Louisiana institutions, including Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Tulane National Primate Research Center, and LSU Health Sciences Center-New Orleans. The Division of Laboratory Animal Medicine (DLAM) and University core facilities support animal care, advanced microscopy and imaging, laser capture microdissection, multispectral imaging, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, flow cytometry-FACS, genomic sequencing and functional genomics and system biology.
Benefits:
LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, & vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement options, various leave options, paid holidays, wellness benefits, tuition exemption for qualified positions, training and development opportunities, employee discounts, and more!

Job Responsibilities:

• Service: This is a primarily diagnostic service-oriented position (minimum of 70% service effort [36 weeks of diagnostic service per calendar year]). This is predominantly diagnostic service under the auspices of the Louisiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (LADDL). This includes performing animal necropsies, histopathology, and coordinating the ancillary laboratory testing. The service for LADDL also includes reading and reporting of biopsy cases. In both services, the pathologist is the case coordinator responsible for the case write-up, ultimate diagnosis (if applicable) and case finalization. The pathologist is responsible for adhering to the LADDL quality system and guiding the residents and students during diagnostic service. A small component includes PBS departmental service, such as SVM or university committee work.
• Teaching: Teaching in the professional and graduate curricula in veterinary pathology is expected. The participation in the professional curriculum will take place under a newly established DVM curriculum and cover topics in General and Systemic Pathology. Additionally, it will include the Diagnostic Pathology rotation, which occurs year-round. Coordination of one or more courses may be expected. Teaching in the resident/graduate courses including Advanced Systemic Pathology, Cellular Pathology, Wednesday Slide Conference, Journal Club is also expected. Teaching also includes the one-on-one training of residents in the Anatomic Pathology residency program at PBS and LADDL.
• Scholarly activity: Significant scholarly activity includes publication of peer-reviewed manuscripts and presentations of research or diagnostic works at national meetings. Collaborative research within the department, university, or outside entities is also encouraged.

Assistant Professor (Clinical Track)
Minimum Qualifications:
DVM with a minimum of 3 years of postgraduate specialty experience and focused peer reviewed scholarly activity. A record of participation in extramurally funded research and peer-reviewed publications.
Degree Substitute - VMD, DMV, or BVSc
Specific Experience - Board eligible or diplomate status in anatomic pathology from the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP).
Preferred Qualifications:
Specific Experience - A record of significant participation in research activities, diagnostic pathology, didactic instruction, and scholarly activity in the form of peer-reviewed publications in the field of pathology.
Associate Professor (Clinical Track)
Minimum Qualifications:
DVM with a minimum 6 years of postgraduate specialty experience and focused peer reviewed scholarly activity. A record of participation in extramurally funded research and peer-reviewed publications.
Degree Substitute - VMD, DMV, or BVSc
Specific Experience - Diplomate status in anatomic pathology from the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP). National recognition in the specific field with a significant scholarly activity record in the form of peer-reviewed publications in the field of pathology, significant participation in research activities, diagnostic pathology, didactic instruction, and other activities related to the profession (e.g. memberships and leadership positions in associations related to the field [AAVLD, ACVP, others], panel member, editorial board member, etc.).
Full Professor (Clinical Track)
Minimum Qualifications:
DVM with a minimum 12 years of postgraduate specialty experience and focused peer reviewed scholarly activity. A significant record of participation in extramurally funded research and peer-reviewed publications.
Degree Substitute - VMD, DMV, or BVSc
Specific Experience - Diplomate status in anatomic pathology from the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP). National and international recognition in the specific field with a broad scholarly activity record in the form of peer-reviewed publications in the field of pathology, significant participation in research activities, diagnostic pathology, didactic instruction, and other activities related to the profession (e.g. memberships and leadership positions in associations related to the field [AAVLD, ACVP, others], panel member, editorial board member, etc.). Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills are essential for the position.
Special and Physical Qualifications (All Levels):
Safety and Security Sensitive Job - Safety and security-sensitive positions are defined as those positions where any form of substance abuse may affect University activities through unsafe work behavior/performance or error in judgment; or where substance abuse could jeopardize the safety and well-being of employees, other personnel, or the general public, or cause significant damage to University property. This includes positions requiring firearms, access to controlled substances, handling hazardous material, operating heavy equipment or machinery, etc. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
Essential Personnel - This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
FERPA - As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Job Competencies (All Levels):
Advanced in veterinary and comparative pathology and infectious diseases.
Advanced in excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Review of applications will begin April 15, 2024, but may occur earlier, and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Applicants should submit a cover letter summarizing career goals, a curriculum vitae, transcripts from veterinary and all post-baccalaureate colleges/universities attended (if available, original transcripts are required prior to hire), current diagnostic, teaching and research activities, a statement of research and teaching philosophy, and names and contact information including e-mail addresses for three references. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical. Starting salary and appointment will be commensurate with professional and academic credentials and experience. Please attach ALL required documents under the “Resume/CV” section of your application.
Chairs of the Search Committee: Dr. Samithamby Jeyaseelan (jey@lsu.edu) and Dr. Mariano Carossino (mcarossino1@lsu.edu)
Posting Date:
March 18, 2024
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
Y
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).
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. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting

• Service: This is a primarily diagnostic service-oriented position (minimum of 70% service effort [36 weeks of diagnostic service per calendar year]). This is predominantly diagnostic service under the auspices of the Louisiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (LADDL). This includes performing animal necropsies, histopathology, and coordinating the ancillary laboratory testing. The service for LADDL also includes reading and reporting of biopsy cases. In both services, the pathologist is the case coordinator responsible for the case write-up, ultimate diagnosis (if applicable) and case finalization. The pathologist is responsible for adhering to the LADDL quality system and guiding the residents and students during diagnostic service. A small component includes PBS departmental service, such as SVM or university committee work.
• Teaching: Teaching in the professional and graduate curricula in veterinary pathology is expected. The participation in the professional curriculum will take place under a newly established DVM curriculum and cover topics in General and Systemic Pathology. Additionally, it will include the Diagnostic Pathology rotation, which occurs year-round. Coordination of one or more courses may be expected. Teaching in the resident/graduate courses including Advanced Systemic Pathology, Cellular Pathology, Wednesday Slide Conference, Journal Club is also expected. Teaching also includes the one-on-one training of residents in the Anatomic Pathology residency program at PBS and LADDL.
• Scholarly activity: Significant scholarly activity includes publication of peer-reviewed manuscripts and presentations of research or diagnostic works at national meetings. Collaborative research within the department, university, or outside entities is also encouraged