WAE-Veterinary Educator-Surgical Training Center
Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)
LSUAM VetMed - VCS - Clinical Skills Center (Jeremy Redmond (00070032))
Veterinary Medicine
The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine is seeking veterinarians with experience in basic small animal surgical procedures to participate in third-year surgical training laboratory-based sessions to oversee live-animal surgeries focused on neuter and ovariohysterectomies. This position pays hourly wages as earned on a bi-weekly schedule.
Job Responsibilities:
90% Provide teaching assistance in live-dog reproductive procedures including ovariohysterectomy & castration for 3rd year veterinary students, under the general oversight of the VMED 5011 course coordinator.
5% Assist with basic Surgical Training Center support as needed on days where surgical training is occurring.
5% Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
DVM or equivalent degree, and three years of veterinary experience including basic surgery in small animals (dogs and cats).
Preferred Qualifications:
DVM or equivalent and 2 years of experience teaching veterinary students.
Proficient Job Competencies: Communication skills, professionalism, interpersonal skills, and teamwork.
Special or Physical Qualifications:
Required to be capable of lifting more than 50 pounds, standing or walking for prolonged periods, able to reach above and below the shoulder, vision (near sight), vision (far sight), kneel or sit on the floor, push/pulling, grasping, climbing, crawling bending, squatting, and/or twisting.
*Due to the nature of this position and/or responsibilities, this position is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67*
We teach. We heal. We discover. We protect. Join us at LSU Vet Med as we make a profound difference in global health!
Please provide your cover letter, CV, and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application. However, original transcripts are required prior to hire. Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
August 11, 2026
August 25, 2026
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
