Veterinary Medical Oncologist

The Veterinary Radiation Oncology Clinic (VROC) at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX, invites applications for a tenure-track or clinical track faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Veterinary Medical Oncology. We seek candidates with a DVM degree or equivalent and ACVIM board-certified to join our expanding clinical team.

VROC offers cutting-edge, innovative therapies for companion animals, supported by state-of-the-art treatment facilities. Our team works closely with other specialties to provide the most advanced medical and radiation oncology care available. VROC section located within the Department of Radiation Oncology benefits from substantial funding from federal and state agencies, including multiple R01 grants, which support a wide range of research areas such as novel therapeutics, small-animal irradiation, PET instrumentation, medical imaging, image-guided therapy, heavy ion therapy, automatic treatment planning, and artificial intelligence driven medical oncology innovations. The position will offer collaborative opportunities with human oncologists and researchers from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)-designated Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center, one of the largest national cancer centers.

Located in downtown Dallas, VROC provides excellent recreational opportunities. The role will focus primarily on the clinical care of companion animals but will also offer significant opportunities for scholarly growth. This position will contribute to the advancement of One Health and the development of innovative treatments applicable to both veterinary and human patients.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is home to many nationally and internationally recognized physicians and scientists, including six Nobel Laureates since 1985, 25 members of the National Academy of Sciences, and 24 members of the National Academy of Medicine (formerly the Institute of Medicine), a highly esteemed component of the NAS. Faculty members’ investigations, ranging from the microscopic level to patient care, continue to lead to notable discoveries, important educational opportunities, and advanced treatment options for improved health care. Exciting opportunities for scholarly growth and collaboration exist daily in a dynamic work setting.

Competitive salary and potential for academic, scientific and clinical advancement are available. Candidates should apply online at https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/job/20792688/veterinary-medical-oncologist-dallas-tx/ or send their CV to:

Ashish Ranjan, B.V.Sc., Ph.D.
Barrett Family Professorship of Cancer Research 
Vice Chair: Comparative Oncology and Research Innovation 
Director: Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic 

ashish.ranjan@utsouthwestern.edu

For more information about UT Southwestern, visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/job/20792688/veterinary-medical-oncologist-dallas-tx/

Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.  As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.