Description
Kansas State University — College of Veterinary Medicine
Department of Clinical Sciences and the Veterinary Health Center
Kansas State University invites applications for a tenure- or clinical-track faculty position in Veterinary Anesthesia at the assistant, associate, or full professor rank (rank commensurate with experience and goals). This position fits candidates seeking scholarly careers, clinically intensive careers, or both, and the Department is motivated to tailor the role accordingly.
Applicants must hold a DVM or equivalent and have residency training in veterinary anesthesia; non-boarded applicants receive eight weeks for ACVAA exam preparation.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative anesthesia service with three ACVAA diplomates, one board-eligible anesthesiologist, 2–3 residents, and six anesthesia nurses. In 2025, the Veterinary Health Center completed a full renovation of its perioperative complex. This ~9,000-sq-ft surgical space includes modern ORs, induction, and recovery suites; robust equipment staging; a centralized nurses’ station; new anesthesia workstations; dedicated ultrasound for locoregional and vascular access; and portable bronchoscopy for difficult airways and specialized cardiothoracic cases. The hospital is actively modernizing clinical infrastructure to support advanced care, immersive teaching, and high-reliability perioperative systems.
The faculty member will provide multi-species clinical anesthesia; teach veterinary students, interns, residents, and graduate students; and pursue scholarly activity aligned with rank/track. Opportunities exist for collaboration across perioperative, critical care, surgical, and other specialty services. Contributions to quality improvement, patient safety, and institutional service are expected in proportion to appointment.
Kansas State University is a land-grant institution committed to improving lives through education, research, and outreach. Manhattan, KS is a hub for transboundary infectious disease research (NBAF), is rapidly growing, and the College values innovation, inclusive excellence, and evidence-based professional growth. Manhattan is an engaged, vibrant community of ~55,000 in the Flint Hills with abundant arts, culture, and outdoor recreation.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. The university offers a comprehensive benefits package (22 vacation days plus additional paid time off, health/life insurance, retirement programs). More information: www.ksvhc.org/about/employment/recruitment.html.
Start date is negotiable. Review of applications begins immediately and continues three weeks after opening. Apply at http://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/ with CV, letter describing career goals, and contact information for three references. Applicants are encouraged to include evidence of teaching effectiveness, contributions to clinical systems, quality improvement or patient safety, and research interests.
Questions: Dr. Nathan Kapaldo (kapaldo@vet.k-state.edu). Kansas State University uses structured, evidence-based evaluation; only information mapped to announced criteria will be considered. K-State is an EO employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Background check required.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a DVM or equivalent and have residency training in veterinary anesthesia; non-boarded applicants receive eight weeks for ACVAA exam preparation.
