St. George’s University invites applicants for a full-time position in Immunopathology, in the Department of Pathobiology  in the School of Veterinary Medicine, beginning 8/2/2021.

Job Description:

Objective

The faculty of St George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine are dedicated to upholding the mission of providing an international, culturally diverse environment in which students learn the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for postgraduate training in the Veterinary profession while being inspired to develop compassion, curiosity, tolerance and a commitment to animals and society, a dedication to life-long learning and an understanding of the vital role of research in Veterinary Medicine.

Essential Functions

• Teaching, research and diagnostic services. 
• Provide instruction for a veterinary immunology course and exotic and wildlife courses to veterinary and graduate students.
• Advise and mentor DVM, MSc and PhD students, and actively engage in independent and collaborative research.  Research areas of emphasis at SGUSVM include: wildlife diseases, vector-borne disease, Zoonotic disease and public health, aquatic animal health, Parasitology, and clinical sciences. 
• Experience and interest in Immunopathology/infectious disease of wildlife is highly desired.
• Work closely with other faculty in providing diagnostic support of the diagnostic laboratories (i.e. microbiology, or histopathology and Necropsy, or clinical pathology) which provides service to the Grenada SPCA, SGU Small Animal Clinic, Junior Surgery Laboratory, SGU Large Animal Resource Facility, and local veterinary practitioners. 
• Dedication to outstanding service and client communication is highly desired. 

Research & Scholarly Activities

• Actively engage in independent and collaborative research in your area of expertise (Immunopathology) to include projects suitable for veterinary student participation. 
• Research areas of emphasis within the PTHB department include immunology, vector borne disease, zoonotic disease and public health, aquatic animal health and parasitology.
• Specific interest and background in collaborative research with SVM faculty in other departments is desirable.
• Develop and contribute to extension and continuing education programs, in collaboration with other departments and/or other schools.