Radiology/Diagnostic Imaging - Tenure Track Position - Department of Companion Animals - Atlantic Veterinary College

Competition Number:
54A25
Position Type:
Academic Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Companion Animals
Position:
Radiology/Diagnostic Imaging
Contract:
Tenure Track Position
Salary:

As per UPEI FA#1 Collective Agreement

Term:

Anticipated start date July 1, 2026

 

The Department of Companion Animals at the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), University of Prince Edward Island, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in Radiology/ Diagnostic Imaging. An appointment will be made at the Assistant or Associate professor level.

 

The successful applicant will join an established diagnostic imaging program with 1 faculty radiologist, 1 diagnostic imaging resident, four to six rotating small animal interns, and three experienced support staff.  Job duties include teaching in undergraduate and graduate programs, providing clinical service in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (including emergency services), developing a research program, and contributing to extension and continuing education programs. Candidates who have just completed a residency program are encouraged to apply. Twelve weeks of paid study time will be given for board preparation if needed.

 

The successful candidate will:
•    Have a DVM (or equivalent) degree 
•    Have successfully completed an ACVR residency program
•    Be strongly motivated to teach
•    Have a track record of excellent clinical services in diagnostic imaging
•    Have well-developed skills of collaboration, relationship building, and communication
•    Be a life-long learner, eager to maintain skills and knowledge updated to contemporary standards in companion animal medicine and veterinary education
•    Be eligible for licensure with the Prince Edward Island Veterinary Medical Association.  

 

Preference will be given to candidates with diplomate status in the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR) and those experienced in a variety of diagnostic imaging modalities, including ultrasound, MRI, and CT. A graduate degree is desirable but not mandatory.

The salary will be commensurate with credentials and experience.  Full-time, permanent faculty members receive a comprehensive fringe benefit package, with benefit details provided at the time of offer in accordance with the Collective Agreement.  
This appointment is subject to budgetary approval.

Situated on the country’s beautiful east coast, with easy access to beaches all around, the AVC has ~275 DVM students and is the main veterinary referral center in Atlantic Canada with a busy and varied caseload. Diagnostic Imaging equipment includes digital radiography, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, a 64-slice helical CT scanner, and a 1.5T MRI on site. Further details can be found at http://www.upei.ca/avc and http://www.gov.pe.ca.

 

Application Instructions:
A complete application must include the following 5 documents: a letter of interest, a current CV detailing both research and teaching experience, a statement outlining your overall teaching philosophy, a statement outlining your research interest and experience, and the contact information for three references.  Candidates are also encouraged to submit a one-page statement on how they will implement the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in their teaching, research, and scholarly work.

Dr. Katie Hoddinott
Associate Professor and Chair 
Department of Companion Animals
Atlantic Veterinary College, UPEI
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, CANADA, C1A 4P3 
Telephone (902) 620-5223 and e-mail address khoddinott@upei.ca  

 

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. 


UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.


In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Closing date is January 30th, 2026; however, the competition will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.

 

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.