Veterinary Ophthalmologist (Full-Time or Part-Time Faculty, Open Rank) - Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine of Rowan University

Veterinary Ophthalmologist (Full-Time or Part-Time Faculty, Open Rank) -
Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine of Rowan University

Work type: Regular Full-Time

Location: Glassboro, New Jersey

Categories: School of Veterinary Medicine

Position Summary

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive veterinary ophthalmology
services within the SSVM Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital while contributing
to clinical teaching, student mentorship, and continued service excellence.

The Ophthalmology Service is actively seeing patients and has established
clinical workflows, referral relationships, and hospital support systems. The
successful candidate will join a functioning specialty service with the
opportunity to contribute to continued growth, expanded clinical capabilities,
and educational excellence.

SSVM recognizes that exceptional faculty bring diverse career goals and practice
models. We welcome applications from candidates interested in full-time or
part-time appointments and are committed to working with successful applicants
to develop schedules that support both institutional needs and individual
professional interests.

As the DVM program matures, this position will include increasing opportunities
for structured clinical teaching and supervision, with anticipated student
involvement throughout the clinical curriculum. Previous academic experience is
welcome but not required. We are seeking a collaborative ophthalmologist with
excellent clinical skills, strong communication abilities, and enthusiasm for
mentoring the next generation of veterinarians.

This role is ideal for veterinarians who

* Thrive in a collaborative specialty practice
* Enjoy delivering advanced ophthalmic care
* Value teaching and mentorship
* Appreciate multidisciplinary patient management
* Enjoy building relationships with colleagues and referring veterinarians
* Are energized by innovation and contributing to a growing academic community

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Why Join SSVM?

Faculty joining SSVM have a unique opportunity to

* Become part of one of the nation's newest colleges of veterinary medicine
* Join an established Ophthalmology Service with a growing clinical caseload
* Practice advanced ophthalmology in a modern Veterinary Medical Teaching
Hospital
* Collaborate with board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines
* Contribute to the continued growth and evolution of specialty services
* Help develop innovative approaches to veterinary clinical education
* Teach and mentor veterinary students, interns, residents, and veterinary
technology students
* Maintain an active clinical practice while participating in academic medicine
* Benefit from flexible appointment options, including consideration of
part-time faculty appointments
* Join a collaborative, mission-driven culture committed to excellence in
patient care, education, and research

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About the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine

The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine at Rowan University is one of the
nation's newest colleges of veterinary medicine and is committed to advancing
veterinary education, patient care, research, and community engagement.

Since welcoming its inaugural DVM class in 2025 and second class in 2026, SSVM
has experienced rapid growth and continues to expand its academic programs,
clinical services, research enterprise, and faculty.

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Our Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital

Our state-of-the-art Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital provides advanced
diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities and supports collaborative specialty and
primary care.

Current services include

* Primary Care
* Urgent Care
* Ophthalmology
* Cardiology
* Neurology
* Dentistry & Oral Surgery
* Anesthesia & Pain Management
* Exotics
* Clinical Pathology
* Pharmacy
* Advanced Diagnostic Imaging, including a GE 3 Tesla MRI and 128-slice CT
scanner

The hospital is designed to support comprehensive multidisciplinary care,
allowing ophthalmology patients to benefit from collaboration with specialists
across multiple disciplines.

Faculty joining SSVM have access to advanced diagnostic capabilities, specialty
support, and a growing clinical environment designed to optimize patient care
and educational opportunities.

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Ophthalmology at SSVM

The Ophthalmology Service provides advanced diagnostic and therapeutic care for
companion animal patients while supporting SSVM's mission to develop confident,
practice-ready veterinarians.

The service is designed to

* Deliver compassionate, evidence-based ophthalmic care
* Provide advanced diagnostic evaluation and treatment of ocular disease
* Collaborate closely with primary care and specialty clinicians
* Support referring veterinarians throughout the region
* Provide outstanding clinical learning experiences for students and trainees
* Advance clinical scholarship and innovation in veterinary ophthalmology

The Ophthalmology Service is supported by

* Dedicated ophthalmology equipment and clinical support
* Advanced diagnostic imaging capabilities
* Multidisciplinary specialty consultation
* Anesthesia and pain management support
* On-site pharmacy services
* Clinical pathology support

The successful candidate will join an established service and have opportunities
to contribute to continued clinical growth, educational programming, and
advancement of ophthalmology within an innovative academic environment.

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Key Responsibilities

* Provide comprehensive ophthalmology consultation and treatment for companion
animal patients
* Perform advanced ophthalmic diagnostics and procedures
* Collaborate with primary care and specialty clinicians to provide integrated
patient care
* Support communication and relationships with referring veterinarians
* Participate in clinical teaching and mentorship of veterinary students,
interns, residents, and veterinary technology students
* Contribute to ophthalmology curriculum development and clinical skills
training
* Participate in quality improvement initiatives and service development
* Engage in scholarly activity or clinical research consistent with individual
interests
* Contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive hospital culture

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Required Qualifications

* Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
* Completion of an ophthalmology training program
* Board certification or board eligibility through the American College of
Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) or equivalent
* Eligibility for veterinary licensure in New Jersey
* Demonstrated expertise in companion animal ophthalmology
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate within a
multidisciplinary specialty hospital
* Strong interest in clinical teaching and mentorship

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Preferred Qualifications

* Previous teaching, mentoring, or academic experience
* Interest in veterinary ophthalmology education
* Interest in clinical research or scholarly activity
* Experience developing clinical protocols or quality improvement initiatives
* Interest in advancing academic specialty practice within a collaborative
environment

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Salary and Benefits

In accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act, the anticipated salary
range for this position is $150,000–$200,000 annually, commensurate with
qualifications, experience, clinical expertise, academic rank, appointment
track, and appointment percentage. Final salary will be determined at the time
of offer.

Faculty at Rowan University are represented by the AAUP and receive a
comprehensive benefits package in accordance with collective bargaining
agreements and State of New Jersey benefit programs. Benefits eligibility is
based on appointment percentage and applicable University policies.

Benefits may include

* Comprehensive medical, prescription, and dental insurance
* Participation in New Jersey retirement and pension plans
* Generous paid vacation, holidays, and leave benefits
* Professional development and continuing education support
* Tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependents
* Faculty governance participation and union representation
* Eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

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Academic Appointment

This is an open-rank faculty appointment (Instructor through Full Professor)
available on either the Clinical Track or Tenure Track, depending on
qualifications, experience, and professional goals.

Both full-time and part-time appointments will be considered. Faculty rank,
appointment track, responsibilities, and effort allocation will be determined at
the time of appointment based on the successful candidate's qualifications,
career interests, and the needs of the School.

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Living in Southern New Jersey

Located in Glassboro, New Jersey, SSVM offers convenient access to Philadelphia,
New York City, Washington, D. C., and more than 130 miles of Atlantic coastline.

The region offers affordable communities, excellent schools, abundant outdoor
recreation, professional sports, wineries, beaches, hiking, and an outstanding
quality of life for individuals and families.

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