Mid Level Animal Surgeon Jobs
Mid level animal surgeon jobs go to clinicians ready to own complex cases, mentor junior staff, and make high-stakes surgical decisions with minimal supervision. Roles are largely on-site given the hands-on nature of the work, concentrated in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with employers like Texas A&M University, The Johns Hopkins University, and Elanco hiring at this level now.
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Job Description
Position Summary
The Long Island University College of Veterinary Medicine (LIU-CVM) in Brookville, New York, invites applications from self-directed, innovative and motivated individuals for a full-time clinical or tenure track faculty position in veterinary skills with an emphasis on small animal dentistry. Veterinary skills includes both clinical and professional skills. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in and lead veterinary skills laboratories regarding small animal dentistry. Thus, candidates with all levels of expertise and experience are encouraged to apply. The position may be filled as Assistant, Associate or Full Professor and may select either clinical or tenure track options. Successful candidates will primarily be engaged in the College’s educational and service activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and oversee veterinary skills laboratories with an emphasis on small animal dentistry.
- Work with veterinary dental specialists to develop didactic and laboratory small animal veterinary dentistry course content.
- Clinical and didactic teaching in a variety veterinary skills courses which may include working with LIU-CVM partners/affiliate veterinary hospitals.
- Promote LIU-CVM’s overall mission of enhancing veterinary medical education through a commitment to teaching, academic excellence, research and service to a variety of stakeholders.
- Active engagement in curriculum development, identification or creation of innovative learning resources, committee service participation (such as admissions, curriculum, research, etc.) is expected of both clinical and tenure track faculty.
- All faculty are expected to contribute to the overall research and scholarly goals of the College of Veterinary Medicine as time and interest allow.
Minimum Qualifications
- DVM or equivalent degree.
- Specialty boards and advanced degrees are preferred but not required.
- A minimum of five years of small animal clinical experience.
- The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of curricular design and implementation.
- S/he/they will have the proven ability to promote a culture of diversity, equity and inclusiveness and will interact well with University administration, the veterinary education community, faculty, staff, students, and alumni.
About The Lewyt College of Veterinary Medicine at Long Island University:
LIU-LCVM received a Letter of Reasonable Assurance from the AVMA- Council on Education on October 16, 2019 and graduated its inaugural class in May 2024. Currently, with over 100 off-campus affiliate sites, LIU Lewyt College of Veterinary Medicine utilizes a distributed model of clinical education. The Lewyt College of Veterinary Medicine has modern physical facilities designed to support its instructional needs and research activities.
www.liu.edu/vetmed
LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.
Job Description
Position Summary
The Long Island University College of Veterinary Medicine (LIU-CVM) in Brookville, New York, invites applications from self-directed, innovative and motivated individuals for a full-time clinical or tenure track faculty position in veterinary skills with an emphasis on small animal dentistry. Veterinary skills includes both clinical and professional skills. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in and lead veterinary skills laboratories regarding small animal dentistry. Thus, candidates with all levels of expertise and experience are encouraged to apply. The position may be filled as Assistant, Associate or Full Professor and may select either clinical or tenure track options. Successful candidates will primarily be engaged in the College’s educational and service activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and oversee veterinary skills laboratories with an emphasis on small animal dentistry.
- Work with veterinary dental specialists to develop didactic and laboratory small animal veterinary dentistry course content.
- Clinical and didactic teaching in a variety veterinary skills courses which may include working with LIU-CVM partners/affiliate veterinary hospitals.
- Promote LIU-CVM’s overall mission of enhancing veterinary medical education through a commitment to teaching, academic excellence, research and service to a variety of stakeholders.
- Active engagement in curriculum development, identification or creation of innovative learning resources, committee service participation (such as admissions, curriculum, research, etc.) is expected of both clinical and tenure track faculty.
- All faculty are expected to contribute to the overall research and scholarly goals of the College of Veterinary Medicine as time and interest allow.
Minimum Qualifications
- DVM or equivalent degree.
- Specialty boards and advanced degrees are preferred but not required.
- A minimum of five years of small animal clinical experience.
- The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of curricular design and implementation.
- S/he/they will have the proven ability to promote a culture of diversity, equity and inclusiveness and will interact well with University administration, the veterinary education community, faculty, staff, students, and alumni.
About The Lewyt College of Veterinary Medicine at Long Island University:
LIU-LCVM received a Letter of Reasonable Assurance from the AVMA- Council on Education on October 16, 2019 and graduated its inaugural class in May 2024. Currently, with over 100 off-campus affiliate sites, LIU Lewyt College of Veterinary Medicine utilizes a distributed model of clinical education. The Lewyt College of Veterinary Medicine has modern physical facilities designed to support its instructional needs and research activities.
www.liu.edu/vetmed
LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.
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Who's Hiring
- Texas A&M University2
- The Johns Hopkins University2
- Elanco1
- Inotiv1
- Zoetis1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education12
- Healthcare & Medical Services8
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
- Science & Research2
- Consumer Goods1
Mid Level Animal Surgeon Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level animal surgeon job?
Position yourself by leading with the complexity and variety of cases you have managed independently rather than simply listing procedures. Highlight surgical outcomes, species breadth, and any mentorship or protocol work you have contributed to. Applications that demonstrate ownership of cases from initial assessment through recovery stand out because hiring managers at this level want surgeons who operate with confidence and sound judgment, not constant supervision.
Which companies hire mid level animal surgeons?
Companies hiring mid level animal surgeons right now include Texas A&M University, The Johns Hopkins University, and Elanco, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of specialty referral hospitals, multi-location veterinary groups, and academic veterinary centers that need experienced surgeons who can carry a caseload and contribute to clinical standards.
Are there remote mid level animal surgeon jobs?
Yes, though remote work is limited by the hands-on nature of surgical practice. About 0% of mid level animal surgeon openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those roles typically involve telemedicine consultations, surgical case review, or clinical education rather than direct operative work. Most positions remain on-site in hospital or clinic settings.
How do I move up to a mid level animal surgeon role?
Progression into a mid level animal surgeon role comes from building a record of independent case management over your first few years in practice. Surgeons who advance take on increasingly complex procedures, seek out specialty rotations or residency training, and demonstrate measurable outcomes they can speak to. Contributing to clinical protocols, training newer staff, and earning board certification in a surgical specialty all signal readiness for mid level responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level animal surgeons?
Mid Level animal surgeon roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume or complex caseloads that require experienced surgeons capable of working autonomously and maintaining consistent clinical standards across a range of species and conditions.