The Department of Companion Animals at the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), University of Prince Edward Island, invites applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position in Diagnostic Imaging. Appointment will be made at the Assistant or Associate professor level.

The successful applicant will join an established diagnostic imaging program with a clinical radiologist, a diagnostic imaging intern and two experienced radiation technologists. Duties in this position include didactic teaching in undergraduate and graduate programs, clinical teaching of senior year undergraduate students and house officers, provision of clinical service in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (including emergency/after-hours services), development of a research program and contribution to extension and continuing education programs.

The successful candidate will have:

• DVM (or equivalent) degree
• Successfully completed an ACVR or ECVDI residency program
• Demonstrated teaching ability
• Well-developed skills of collaboration, relationship building, communication and leadership
• Eligibility for licensure with the Prince Edward Island Veterinary Medical Association. 

Preference will be given to candidates with diplomate status in the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR) or European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging (ECVDI) and those experienced in a variety of diagnostic imaging modalities including ultrasound, CT and MRI. A graduate degree is desirable but not mandatory.

The salary is commensurate with credentials and experience. Full-time, permanent faculty receive a comprehensive fringe benefit package including competitive paid vacation and consulting weeks, with benefit details provided at time of offer in accordance with the collective agreement.  This appointment is subject to budgetary approval.

The AVC has recently upgraded and expanded its diagnostic imaging capabilities and equipment including high field magnetic resonance imaging, 128 slice computed tomography, Philips Zenition 70 C-arm, and a Philips EPIQ Elite ultrasound.

Situated on the Canada’s beautiful east coast, with easy access to beaches all around, the AVC has 270 DVM students and is the main veterinary referral center in Atlantic Canada with a busy referral caseload. The Atlantic Veterinary College prides itself on the collegial and supportive atmosphere, for its students and employees. Find out more about Prince Edward Island, the University of Prince Edward Island and the Atlantic Veterinary College by visiting these websites: www.gov.pe.ca/, www.upei.ca and www.upei.ca/avc.

Applicants should submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three (3) referees to:

Dr. Stephanie Hamilton

Associate Professor and Chair

Department of Companion Animals

Atlantic Veterinary College, UPEI

550 University Avenue

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, CANADA, C1A 4P3

Telephone (902) 620-5223 and e-mail address smhamilton@upei.ca.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

Review of applications will begin on June 15, 2021 and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.  Starting date is flexible depending on availability of the successful candidate.