The Faculté de médecine vétérinaire (FMV) of the Université de Montréal is currently seeking qualified candidates for an Assistant or Associate Professor position in Swine Medicine. The FMV is located on the Saint-Hyacinthe campus, 60 km (37 miles) from Montreal and in the heart of the agri-food technopole. The swine sector is the second largest agri-food sector in Quebec. This sector includes approximately 2,500 production sites belonging to several integrated companies or independent producers, and comprises about 320,000 sows and 4 million growing pigs. The swine industry in Quebec also gathers more than 60 veterinarians and multiple very proactive stakeholders eager for scientific advances in order to maintain their global competitiveness.
The swine sector in the Département de sciences cliniques of the FMV is dynamic and has developed over the years several collaborations with other professionals and partners of the swine industry through the Laboratory of Epidemiology and Swine Medicine (LEMP). Several well-structured and recognized research groups also work within the FMV, namely research groups on Infectious Diseases in Animal Production (GREMIP), in Food Safety (GRESA) and in Epidemiology of Zoonoses and Public Health (GREZOSP), as well as the strategic group Center for Research in Swine and Poultry Infectious Diseases (CRIPA).
The FMV is located off campus, but maintains strong collaborative ties to other faculties at the Université de Montréal and other universities within the province. A structured mentorship program is available for newly hired professors.
As a professor, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the excellence of the Faculté de médecine vétérinaire:
Through your teaching to students and your research activities, enhancing the reputation of your discipline and playing an active role in the overall operations of a renowned institution and your involvement in the swine industry. As such, you will:
- Participate in the teaching of swine medicine to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as the continuing education of veterinarians;
- Develop research axes and collaborate on various projects in the field of swine medicine;
- Contribute in outreach activities within the field of swine medicine (publications, conferences and others), including participation in various community services in the field;
- Act as a reference person for partners in the swine industry at different levels of government;
- Contribute to the overall organization of the institution.
To succeed in this role, you must have the following qualifications:
- Hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent;
- Hold a Ph.D., DVSc. or equivalent degree in a field related to the posted position;
- Demonstrate interest and aptitude for teaching, research and clinical activity;
- Hold or be eligible to obtain a license to practice veterinary medicine in the province of Quebec (Canada) issued by the Ordre des médecins vétérinaires du Québec;
- Have adequate knowledge of the French written and spoken language or a strong commitment to mastering the proficiency level required, in accordance with Université de Montréal’s Language Policy. An institutional learning support program is offered to all professors wishing to learn French or improve their communication skills.
How to submit your application
If you have any questions or would like to discuss employment informally before submitting your application, please contact Dr. André Desrochers.
All candidates are invited to submit a letter of intent detailing their research interests and career objectives, as well as their curriculum vitae, a copy of their diplomas, and the full name and contact information (phone numbers, email, postal address) of 3 references. Applications should be sent to:
Dr. André Desrochers
Chair Department of Clinical Sciences Faculté de médecine vétérinaire, Université de Montréal
3200, rue Sicotte, St-Hyacinthe (QC) J2S 2M2
450-773-8521 ext. 8297
andre.desrochers@umontreal.ca
http://fmv.umontreal.ca/faculte/departements/sciences-cliniques/
Additional information about the position
- Reference number: FMV 04-22/03_2
- Application deadline: Until April 15th, 2023 inclusively. The application review process will continue after this date if no candidate has been selected.
- Salary: Université de Montréal offers competitive salaries and a full range of benefits
- Starting date: As of September 1st, 2023, or according to the successful candidate’s availability