Veterinary Diagnostic Pharmacologist Faculty

Veterinary Diagnostic Pharmacologist Faculty Position Announcement

Assistant/Associate Professor

Department of Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine

University of Tennessee

The University of Tennessee invites applications from all qualified individuals for a full-time faculty appointment as Veterinary Pharmacology Director in the Department of Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences at the College of Veterinary Medicine.

The position offers the successful candidate a unique opportunity to blend diagnostic service, discovery, and teaching in the area of veterinary pharmacology.

The Diagnostic Pharmacology Service (DPS) is involved in numerous pharmacokinetic studies in various species. Applicants must have a strong interest in clinical and collaborative research with a special interest in analytical analysis and drug pharmacokinetics. The service is recognized nationally and internationally for both its quality and expertise in analytical methodology for clinical research.

The successful candidate will direct a lab that has one lab supervisor, one laboratory technician, and typically, 3 undergraduate students. The faculty member will have oversight of all laboratory operations, ensure that the facility and equipment are maintained, have an understanding of laboratory quality control and safety, develop new techniques, communicate policies to clients, budget oversight, supervision of staff, and must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

The remaining effort allocation will include teaching activities and scientific advancement in proportions that are negotiable based on candidate interest.

The position will be offered at the rank of assistant or associate professor, in either a tenure or clinical (non-tenure) academic track, and will be available as early as August 1, 2026.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants must have: (1) a DVM (or equivalent degree) from an institution accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association or a relevant PhD; (2) post-graduate experience and/or a strong documented interest in analytical methodology and clinical veterinary pharmacology; (3) excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with others in a collegial, team atmosphere. Preferred qualifications include board certification by the American College of Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology or the European College of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology.

Application Instructions

For consideration, please apply at https://apply.interfolio.com/182355 and include a letter of intent, names and contact information for at least three professional references, and current curriculum vitae.