The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Comparative Pathobiology (www.vet.purdue.edu/cpb) invites applications for an academic-year (9-month), tenure-track position in Veterinary Parasitology at the Assistant Professor level. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an internationally recognized, extramurally funded research program in host-parasite interactions, to teach veterinary parasitology in the D.V.M. program, and to assist the Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory personnel in parasitology diagnostics. Applicants must have a D.V.M. (or equivalent) and/or Ph.D. in parasitology or related field.
Commitment to the missions of discovery, learning and engagement, and support of Departmental and College strategic plans (http://www.vet.purdue.edu/cpb/strategic-plan.php), and promotion of an atmosphere of cultural diversity are essential.
Applications should be submitted as a single PDF file that includes a cover letter, curriculum vitae, summary of research interests, statement on teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information of 3 references via email to jlewelle@purdue.edu. . Review of applications will start September 12, 2018, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants needing more information are encouraged to email Dr. Suresh K. Mittal, Chair of the search committee (mittal@purdue.edu). A background check will be required for employment in this position.