This two-year residency program at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine (UFCVM) will provide advanced clinical training focused on canine reproduction, with comparative species incorporated to a lesser degree. This will include clinical proficiency in male and female pre-breeding genetic and general health soundness evaluations, breeding management, pregnancy diagnosis and monitoring, male and female disease diagnosis and treatment, and management of dystocia. The goal of the small animal reproductive service is to provide multi-faceted reproduction services, for breeders of purpose-bred dogs, as well as services for the general public. The comparative portion of the residency will include clinical training in secondary areas, including equine and ruminant (large and small) clinical veterinary reproduction. Collaborative opportunities for comparative genetics training are available at UF in equine genetics research and externally with a service dog organization.
The resident will be provided 25% of time off clinic duty for professional development, and 50% off after-hours call time. The professional development time will be spent with the clinical investigation, complementary clinical rotations, continuing education, and similar endeavors. Attendance at a resident research seminar and completion of a resident research project and submission with the publication of a manuscript to a refereed journal is required. The residency will provide the opportunity to prepare for successful completion of the American College of Theriogenology (ACT) certifying examination.
An elaborate benefit package is provided to each resident. This employer-paid package includes a multitude of coverages including; medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment, disability, pet, legal, cancer, long-term disability, and accident (out of pocket) insurance. With most of the plans, there is also the option to include family members on the coverage at no extra cost to the resident. If a resident suffers a work-related injury, the resident is generally covered under the worker's compensation program of the University provided the resident complies with the requirements of the worker's compensation program.
Clinical faculty directly responsible for the program are currently: Audrey A. Kelleman, DVM, DACT, Malgorzata Pozor, DVM, PhD, DACT, and Klibs N. A. Galvão, DVM, PhD, DACT, DACVPM.
Submission Requirements:
Curriculum Vita - including class rank in veterinary school
Transcripts and Grade Point Average - from all post-secondary institutions attended
Three Letters of Reference - Letters should be submitted electronically to akelleman@ufl.edu. by the persons writing the letter. Letters should not be forwarded by the applicant. Letter(s) of reference from recent employer(s) from internship or private practice are required.
Letter of Intent - a personal statement describing background, reasons for applying to the residency and career goals
For full consideration, all candidates must answer the following questions in their letter of intent:
Are you authorized to work in the United States?
Do you now or will you in the future need an employer to sponsor you for a VISA to work in the United States?
Please submit all application materials electronically with “SAR residency 2023” in the subject line to Dr. Audrey A Kelleman: akelleman@ufl.edu.
Following review of applications, selected applicants may be contacted for a personal or telephone interview. If you are submitting an application, have any questions about the program, or if you wish to set up an interview, please contact Dr. Audrey A Kelleman at 352-392-2235 or akelleman@ufl.edu, with “SAR residency 2023” in the subject line. Interviews will only be offered once your application materials are complete and have been reviewed.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
Qualifying applicants must have a DVM or equivalent degree. A minimum of one year of internship or veterinary practice is required.
