Tenure track faculty member in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (SMR)

Tenure track faculty member in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (SMR)

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

   

      


Faculty Position in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation


The Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in the Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Section.  Candidates must have a DVM or equivalent degree and be board certified by the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. Preference will be given to applicants with  research experience. Starting salary and rank will be commensurate with academic credentials and experience.


The successful candidate will join 1 faculty member in the section (to make up a total of 2 faculty – 1 tenure track and 1 clinical track) and two licensed veterinary technicians comprising the section of SMR.  The Section provides care for patients in the Cornell University Hospital for Animals, a tertiary care service and teaching facility with a diverse caseload and an established referral base.  It is a great time to join our group, as we have all current treatment modalities, including shockwave, photo-biomodulation, underwater treadmill as well as a full suite of diagnostic services as well as a newly purchased ultrasound to perform musculoskeletal ultrasound, allowing the new faculty member to shape the future of clinical rehabilitation. Clinical service and teaching responsibilities within the didactic curriculum are distributed among faculty. Faculty participate in training professional students and rotating interns and residents, with two full-time SMR residents on service.  Faculty members are expected to develop and sustain a research program. Independent research space is available, as well as the services of clinical trials coordinators and clinical trials core research technicians. Cornell is a world-class research institution with extensive research facilities and opportunities on campus for collaboration with basic scientists of all disciplines. Cornell is a member of the Clinical and Translational Science Award One Health Alliance.


Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will create a climate that attracts students of all races, nationalities, and genders.  We strongly encourage women and underrepresented minorities to apply.  The University seeks to meet the needs of dual-career couples, has a Dual Career program, and is a member of the Upstate New York Higher Education Recruitment Consortium to assist with dual-career searches.


Cornell is in Ithaca on the shores of Cayuga Lake in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of New York. Ithaca is a vibrant city with art museums, theaters, and a diverse selection of restaurants. It is within driving distance of several large metropolitan centers, award-winning wineries, and downhill skiing areas. Ithaca is a nature-lover’s paradise with ample opportunity for outdoor activities.  Easy campus-to-campus bus transportation allows one to explore or develop collaborations in NYC, particularly at the Cornell Weill Medical College, while enjoying the “Ithaca is Gorges” lifestyle.


For more information, go to: https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments/department-clinical-sciences or contact Dr. Joseph Wakshlag, Chair of the Search Committee, at jw37@cornell.edu

Electronic application submission is through Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24624


The required sections of the application include a cover letter that describes career goals; a curriculum vitae; and statements of (i) teaching philosophy and goals, (ii) research interests and plans, and (iii) inclusion and diversity; and email addresses 3 referees who will be invited to upload their letters at through this site.


What is a Statement of Contribution to Diversity?

A statement where applicants describe their past, present, and future aspirations to promote equity, inclusion, and diversity in their careers as researchers and educators. The statement should convey how they see these commitments continuing at Cornell. Such articulation can focus on teaching, research, service, or all three domains.


Review of applications will begin on May 1st, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.


Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League University and a great workplace. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university’s teaching, discovery, and engagement mission. With our main campus in Ithaca, NY, Cornell’s far-flung global presence includes the medical college’s campuses in Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, and the Cornell Tech campus on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.


Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage.  We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

  

Pay Range:

$76,200.00 - $211,000.00

Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

  • Prior relevant work or industry experience.
  • Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
  • Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
  • Unique applicable skills.

Familiarize yourself with Cornell's COVID-19 workplace guidance as well as the university's COVID-19 services and information.

  

Employment Assistance:

For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email mycareer@cornell.edu.

If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at equity@cornell.edu.

Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also visit the office of Workforce Recruitment and Retention Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. to use a dedicated workstation to complete an online application.

Notice to Applicants:

Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.

EEO Statement:

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.

2023-04-03

About Us

Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. With our main campus located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

We offer a rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life, including: employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave, flexible work options.