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Apply for Job Job ID 365846
Location Twin Cities
Job Family Research
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Job Code 8354PR
Employee Class Civil Service
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About the Job

Job Responsibilities:
Individual will serve as the lead surgeon for survival surgeries in pigs. Needs to work as a team member and leader of a surgical team.
Skilled surgeon that is able or can be trained to sedate and anesthetize domestic
pigs and undertake survival based surgical procedures.
Assist with the hand rearing of piglets.
Keep all surgical records and assist with the organization of the surgical room.
Assist with IACUC and other regulatory documents.
Regularly conducting experiments and procedures according to established or new guidelines and manage time effectively.
Supervision: Mentor, train, and supervise undergraduate students, volunteers and interns.
Operational Role:
Puts into effect what is required by defined job duties and clear objectives following established
procedures and protocols with appropriate modifications when necessary.
Scope of Measurable Impact:
Must facilitate studies with successful outcomes based on execution of proper controls. Measurable impact will also be defined by the generation of excellent team work.
Independence and Decision-Making:
Works under general supervision but usually is given the latitude to make decisions on projects
that he/she is accountable for delivering on; decisions may involve selecting an approach from
among alternatives, timing when certain tasks should be performed, determining how to best use
available resources, and other similar choices.
Complexity and Problem Solving:
Expected to make informed and appropriate decisions to lead to best surgical and experimental outcomes.

Qualifications

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials

Required Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree plus at least five years of related experience, or a combination of education and relevant work experience to equal at least nine years.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise pertaining to surgical procedures (small or large animal).

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $63,419-$100,00 and depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type:Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

About the U of M Medical School:

Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery.

The mission of the regional campus located in Duluth is to be a national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. In partnership with CentraCare, the regional campus in St. Cloud offers a wide range of patient experiences throughout students' education in Greater Minnesota and prepares them to become exceptional clinicians and leaders for rural and immigrant populations.

Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota Medical School has three campuses. A four-year MD program and the MD/PhD program are located on the Twin Cities campus in addition to MD programs at regional campuses in Duluth and St. Cloud.